THE BLOODY DOLL - GASTON LEROUX

Discover a dark and fascinating story from Paris, where a bookbinder with a repulsive face, Bndict Masson, obsessively falls in love with the beautiful Christine. Against the backdrop of this passion, mysterious crimes unfold, and Masson becomes a suspect. Immerse yourself in a blend of Gothic romance, detective novel, and science fiction elements, creating an unforgettable mix of emotions and suspense. Is the monster the disfigured bookbinder, the mad scientist, or a puppet with blood flowing through its veins?

• An extraordinary combination of Gothic romance, detective novel, and science fiction.
• A dark tale of love, obsession, and the limits of human knowledge.
• Mysterious crimes shake the Ile Saint-Louis area of Paris.
• An introverted bookbinder with a repulsive face becomes the prime suspect.
• The beautiful Christine, the daughter of a mysterious watchmaker, is at the center of the obsession.
• The watchmaker's gloomy laboratory hides experiments that cross the boundaries of life and death.
• The first translation of the book into Polish.

Gaston Leroux, the author of the famous Phantom of the Opera, masterfully combines elements of horror, romance, and mystery, creating an unforgettable atmosphere. His Bloody Doll is a story that captivates the reader from the first page, leading them through a labyrinth of intrigue and unexpected twists. Get to know a story that will stay with you for a long time and encourage you to reflect on the nature of monstrosity and the limits of human obsession.

Wydawnictwo CM presents the first Polish translation of this unique novel. Immerse yourself in the dark world of Paris, where the boundaries between life and death blur, and love and obsession lead to tragic consequences. The Bloody Doll is a must-read for lovers of Gothic romances and detective novels who seek deep emotions and unforgettable experiences in literature. Discover the secrets of Ile Saint-Louis and get to know the fates of the characters whose lives have been forever changed by dark forces.

The book The Bloody Doll is not only a captivating plot but also a deep analysis of the human psyche. Gaston Leroux portrays his characters with extraordinary precision, showing their internal conflicts and obsessions. The reader has the opportunity to take a close look at the motivations of Masson, Christine, and the mysterious watchmaker, trying to understand what drives their actions. It is a story about how love can turn into obsession and science into madness. The Bloody Doll is a read that makes you think and leaves a lasting impression in the reader's heart.

Technical data: Pages: 248, Format: 196x136 mm, Year of publication: 2025, Cover: paperback, Publisher: Wydawnictwo CM.