Netflix’s 9-part Gothic thriller is a chilling masterpiece you’ll finish in one weekend

Gothic stories have a long shelf life. Published hundreds of years ago and tackling numerous topics, these books and novellas are often packed with ambiance: old and creaky manors, moody weather, hauntings, romantic twists, and longing amid the stress of a hysterical era. These are stories about women caring for scary kids, buried family secrets, and numerous takes on Frankenstein that range from faithful interpretations to action-adventures.