Unearthed After 130 Years: Bram Stoker’s Long-Lost Novel ‘Gibbet Hill’ Resurfaces

In a thrilling discovery, a previously lost short story by Bram Stoker, the legendary author behind Dracula, has been uncovered in the National Library of Ireland. This hidden gem, titled Gibbet Hill, was first published in 1890 but mysteriously vanished from all of Stoker’s known works, leaving its existence a mystery until now.

The story was brought back to light by Brian Cleary, a devoted Stoker enthusiast, who discovered it while researching in the National Library. Gibbet Hill follows a dark, atmospheric tale set in the eerie English countryside. In true Stoker fashion, it weaves a chilling narrative involving sinister murders, public hangings, and malevolent children elements that echo the Gothic and supernatural essence that defined his work.

For fans of Gothic literature, Gibbet Hill offers a fresh glimpse into Stoker’s mastery of horror, providing a rare window into his creative mind. The first public reading of this long-lost story will take place during the 2024 Bram Stoker Festival in Dublin, where enthusiasts can finally immerse themselves in Stoker’s forgotten narrative, rediscovering a piece of literary history that lay hidden for over a century.