The Psychological Thriller Inspired by the Creation of Frankenstein Chris, Anne, Fiona, and Lauren were inseparable friends while earning MFAs in Creative Writing. Years later they've grown apart and are surprised to receive an invitation to a reunion from the fifth member of their group, Eric, a successful screenwriter. Eric flies them to a remote lake villa where he reveals his new obsession: their group is a modern version of the famous one from Villa Diodati in 1816, the iconic literary event during which Frankenstein was created. Chris and Anne are their Percy and Mary Shelley. The free-spirited artist Fiona is like Claire Clairmont. Instead of Dr. Polidori, they have Lauren, PhD in Victorian History. That leaves Eric, the Hollywood player, as Lord Byron. Like Byron, Eric proposes they write ghost stories, an homage to their famous predecessors. Laughter, creativity, and reminiscence are soon replaced with deceit, suspicion, and fear. What is the self-proclaimed clairvoyant Fiona seeing and hearing? Why does Eric lie? What does the creepy old housekeeper know about their host? Tensions grow as relationships are tested until a shocking discovery reveals the true intention for the reunion. Fans of Gillian Flynn, Alex Michaelides, Lisa Jewel, and Alice Feeney will love the suspense and intrigue of Gothic Revival. "A cunningly plotted mystery thriller ... Suspense, intrigue, and betrayal are some of the elements that elevate the quality of the writing. Mullin succeeds portraying the psyche of the characters, deftly developing the conflict. Gothic Revival reserves many surprises for readers; in turn, a slow-burn and intensely suspenseful tale, it features characters that are believable, sophisticated, and finely drawn." ~ The Book Commentary " . . . a fascinating work . . . enjoyable at every level. Michael Mullin's characters are so well written that they feel eerily real. The plot is intelligent and clever, moving methodically along tracks that twist and turn in exciting directions. The spooky setting of the mansion and the backstory of famous writers from the 1800s add extra layers of flavor to this already juicy story. I highly recommend this book to fans of smart, spooky, psychological thrillers." ~ Readers' Favorite ". . . a hugely entertaining journey that works as both a high-concept thriller and as a work of deeply absorbing psychological suspense. Mullin had us from the first page with his brilliant setup, but the execution and journey are completely satisfying. While fans of recent destination thriller hits The Guest List and Glass Onion will no doubt be pleased, this book is smarter and more complex than either. An abundance of literary references are sure to hit home with anyone who majored in English lit, while those not familiar will need to keep Google at the ready. Highly recommended." ~ BestThrillers.com "...masterful use of shifting perspectives..." "Mullin effortlessly delivers a plot twist that will leave readers astounded." "...a shining example of the art of employing classic thriller tropes and transforming them into something entirely original and enthralling. Mullin's Gothic Revival is a must-read for anyone seeking a gripping and intelligently crafted tale that will keep them enthralled until the very last page." ~ Literary Titan "One of the best adult thrillers of 2023 . . . detailed, well-written, and throughly thought out . . . In the end it all ties together in a way that the reader never sees coming." WINNER: Book Excellence Award (Mystery/Suspense/Thriller) ~ Chick Lit Cafe Michael is the author of Simon, a modern-day retelling of Hamlet, and the cult-hit trilogy of twisted fairytales titled TaleSpins. He's a former college professor and preschool teacher who also spent years writing for Disney and other major studios. Michael lives in Pasadena, CA with his wonderful wife Dani and their cool dog Finn. Their twins, Sophie and Max, will soon be college graduates. In addition to writing, Michael is in the vintage collectibles & memorabilia business.