"A brave and necessary celebration of 'monstrous' women in Spanish and Latin American gothic fiction. Brilliantly contextualised and carefully crafted, this volume redefines gothic criticism, offering profound insights into gender, culture, and literature that will undoubtedly shape future discussions in these fields."

Inés Ordiz, National University of Distance Education, Madrid

"Reading the sympathetic female vampire, DeVirgilis engages issues of gender, sexuality and social class. Her work contributes a significant missing piece to the broader understanding of vampirism, bridging the gaps between the Hispanic and Anglo traditions … and will become an essential reference for researchers, students and enthusiasts of the Gothic genre."

Sandra Casanova-Vizcaíno, Binghamton University

"This anthology presents a groundbreaking exploration of early twentieth-century female vampires in Hispanic fiction, edited and translated by Dr. Megan DeVirgilis. In a collection of stories by Spanish and Latin American authors, the book examines the female vampire as a figure that challenges traditional patriarchal values, reflecting anxieties around gender, autonomy and the social norms of the period. Each tale offers a unique blend of Gothic, modernist and decadent aesthetics, inviting readers to reconsider the cultural significance of the 'monstrous feminine' in a Hispanic context. This work is essential for scholars interested in transnational Gothic literature and the nuanced portrayal of female agency in early modern Hispanic narratives."

Miriam López Santos, Universidad de León