The House of All Sorrows

Gothics Undead

Fiction - Horror
276 Pages
Reviewed on 08/10/2026
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Reviewed by Danelle Petersen for Readers' Favorite

The House of All Sorrows: Gothics Undead by Richard Gadz brings readers a tantalizing version of the cult classic, Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Something terrifying is going on at Westwych House, but the servants are excellent at turning a blind eye. There is only one rule at Westwych House: Never enter the basement. Unknown to the servants, it is where Frederick Jekyll performs his most gruesome experiments. Following in his father’s footsteps, Jekyll aspires to take even greater strides in advancing science and the human race. When the assistant curator at the British Museum, Jack Utterson, discovers the Jekyll name and its dark history, he is immediately intrigued. However, he has no idea that he is about to stumble upon the workings of a truly mad scientist.

Suspenseful and thrilling, The House of All Sorrows: Gothics Undead takes readers on a gruesome journey of discovery as it showcases the many deplorable lengths humans will go to fulfill their desires. Richard Gadz weaves horror and creativity together, crafting a captivating storyline that has readers eagerly anticipating the next twist. The difference between the working class and the wealthy was unsettling but not altogether surprising, as classism still exists today. Wealth brings undeniable power, and when placed in the wrong hands, it can wreak havoc. Jekyll was no exception. The need for control was his driving force, and his test subjects were the unfortunate fruits of his labor. Fans of science fiction with a romance element will love The House of All Sorrows.