Gallant

Olivia Prior, an orphan raised in Merilance School, holds only her mother's unsettling journal from her past. A mysterious letter summons her to Gallant, her ancestral home, where she arrives to find no one expects her. Despite a hostile cousin and spectral residents, Olivia is drawn to the decaying manor, sensing it holds the key to her lineage and a deeper mystery. Venturing beyond a crumbling wall, she discovers a nightmarish, parallel version of Gallant, ruled by a formidable figure, revealing the dark secrets that have haunted her family for generations.Why You Should Read? Immerse yourself in a richly atmospheric gothic tale with a haunted manor setting. Explore themes of belonging, family legacy, and confronting one's destiny. Experience a unique blend of portal fantasy and dark fantasy elements. Discover V.E. Schwab’s distinctive storytelling and evocative prose.