The story unfolds on the isolated Soldier Island, where ten strangers are lured to a secluded mansion by a mysterious host, only to find themselves trapped and hunted one by one.

The narrator, consumed by fear and paranoia, believes that the old man's 'vulture eye' sees through his soul, leading him to commit the heinous act.

Rebecca de Winter, the deceased first wife of Maxim de Winter, remains a constant presence at Manderley, her influence and secrets haunting the new Mrs. de Winter.

Dr. John Watson, a retired army doctor, serves as Sherlock Holmes' loyal friend and chronicler, assisting him in solving intricate cases.

Victor Frankenstein's creation, often referred to simply as 'The Monster', is a grotesque and misunderstood figure, seeking love and acceptance in a world that fears and rejects him.

Professor Abraham Van Helsing is a renowned vampire hunter and expert in the occult, who guides the group in their quest to defeat Count Dracula.

The brilliant Belgian detective, Hercule Poirot, is called upon to solve the perplexing murder that occurs aboard the luxurious Orient Express.

The raven's haunting repetition of the word 'Nevermore' creates an atmosphere of despair and hopelessness, symbolizing the narrator's grief and loss.

The story revolves around a series of violent and unexplained attacks by birds, leaving the townspeople in a state of fear and paranoia.

The Hound of the Baskervilles is a legendary creature associated with a curse that has plagued the Baskerville family for generations.

Robert Walton is the captain of a ship bound for the North Pole who encounters Victor Frankenstein and learns about his creation, the creature.

Bran Castle, also known as 'Dracula's Castle', is a historic castle in Romania that is often associated with the fictional character Count Dracula.

Linnet Ridgeway, a wealthy heiress, is found dead in her cabin, setting off a chain of events that lead Hercule Poirot to investigate the murder.

The House of Usher is a crumbling and ominous mansion that serves as the setting for the story, reflecting the decline and fall of the Usher family.

Jamaica Inn is a notorious inn located on the rugged coast of Cornwall, England, where Mary Yellan becomes embroiled in a dangerous smuggling ring.