Una oscura obsesión

Synopsis of Una oscura obsesión

«Una oscura obsesión» is the young adult horror, adventure and romance novel by Kenneth Oppel, published by Alfaguara in paperback (344 pages, in Spanish).

Victor and Konrad Frankenstein grow up in the family castle with their cousin Elizabeth. When Konrad falls seriously ill, Victor sets out in search of the legendary Elixir of Life to save him while discovering his attraction to Elizabeth, and his determination pushes him to the limits of science and love.

First installment of the saga «El aprendizaje de Víctor Frankenstein». The novel was originally published in English as «This Dark Endeavour».

For young readers aged 12 and over who enjoy gothic horror, adventure and romance.