Dark Shadows: Barnabas Collins and the Mysterious Ghost: The Complete Paperback Library Reprint Book 13

Hermes Press presents the thirteenth volume in its archival reprint series of the classic Dark Shadows novels originally published by Paperback Library. This edition features Barnabas Collins and the Mysterious Ghost, written by Marilyn Ross under the pen name William Edward Daniel Ross. The narrative centers on Collinwood, where a ballet troupe arrives to perform for summer tourists. Diana Samson, a beautiful dancer whom Barnabas loves, becomes the target of repeated attacks by an invisible presence. As the star of the ballet is murdered, suspicion falls on everyone, including the lovers. The discovery of opened graves revives the old legend of Collinwood’s invisible ghost. Barnabas must determine if he faces a human killer or a supernatural force with powers exceeding his own before Diana meets her end. This reprint preserves the original 1966 paperback library format for modern readers. It appeals to fans of gothic fiction and those interested in the early literary history of the Dark Shadows universe. The book suits collectors of archival horror series and readers who enjoy mid-century supernatural mysteries. It may not satisfy those seeking contemporary psychological horror or complex character studies beyond the genre conventions of the era. Ross delivers a straightforward plot driven by mystery and suspense rather than intricate prose. The story relies on traditional ghost lore and the tension between visible threats and unseen dangers. Readers looking for detailed historical analysis will find this volume focused primarily on narrative action and atmospheric dread within the established setting.