Crimson Peak

In 1887, a young Edith Cushing encounters the ghost of her deceased mother in Buffalo, New York. This spectral visit carries a chilling warning, advising her to 'beware of Crimson Peak,' a message she struggles to comprehend at the tender age of ten, following her mother’s death from black cholera.

Fourteen years later, Edith has grown into a spirited young woman with aspirations of becoming an author. While her editor, Ogilvie, insists she stick to romance, Edith's affinity for ghost stories reflects her defiance of societal norms, showcasing her determination to follow her passion.

During her pursuit of writing, Edith meets Sir Thomas Sharpe, an English baronet in need of investors for his clay-mining project. Thomas is charmed by Edith’s talent, though her father, Carter Cushing, is wary and dismissive of Thomas’s background and intentions.

Carter Cushing grows increasingly suspicious of Thomas as he observes the deception in the Sharpe siblings' appearances. Concerned for his daughter's well-being, he begins to look into Thomas and uncovers the troubling history lurking behind the baronet's charm.

Edith receives another visit from her mother’s spirit, reiterating the ominous warning to be cautious of the Sharpes. Despite the disapproval from her father and her childhood friend, Dr. Alan McMichael, Edith finds herself captivated by Thomas, deepening their connection at a high-society ball.

As Edith's relationship with Thomas deepens, Cushing hires a private investigator named Holly to uncover the truth about the Sharpes. This investigation leads to a confrontation, compelling Thomas to end his engagement with Edith abruptly, leaving her heartbroken.

Following their separation, tragedy strikes when Mr. Cushing is brutally murdered, disguised as an accident. This shocking event casts a shadow over Edith's life, stirring gossip and raising questions about the circumstances surrounding his untimely demise.

In the wake of her father's death, Edith marries Thomas and moves to Allerdale Hall, his ancestral home in England. As she settles into this vast, eerie mansion, she quickly senses the cold attitude from both Thomas and his sister, Lucille, and feels an atmosphere steeped in secrets.

Attempting to acclimate to her new life, Edith discovers that she is barred from certain areas of the house, particularly the lower levels. These restrictions only heighten her curiosity and anxiety as she contemplates the dark history lurking within the walls of Allerdale Hall.

As Edith's health begins to decline, she experiences horrific visions and uncovers the dark secrets of Thomas's past marriages. Each of his former wives met a grim fate, poisoned for their wealth, revealing the sinister history that entwines the Sharpe family.

Back in America, Dr. Alan McMichael learns unsettling truths about the Sharpes through the private investigator. Sensing that Edith is in danger, he embarks on a journey to save her from the looming threat posed by Thomas and Lucille.

Upon Alan's arrival at Allerdale Hall, Lucille viciously stabs him, displaying the extent of her madness and desperation. Thomas, torn between loyalty to his sister and love for Edith, is forced to navigate a treacherous path as the situation escalates into violence.

As tensions reach a boiling point, Lucille coerces Edith into relinquishing her inheritance, leading to a series of tragic confrontations. In a moment of self-defense, Edith ultimately drives a pen into Lucille’s heart, revealing the depth of betrayal that has shaped their lives.

In a climactic struggle marked by jealousy and betrayal, Thomas sacrifices himself to protect Edith from Lucille's wrath. This act of love ultimately leads to the destruction of their tumultuous relationship, leaving Edith to grapple with the haunting memories of her time at Allerdale Hall.

As she escapes the clutches of Allerdale Hall, haunted by Lucille’s vengeful spirit, Edith finds solace in her pain. She channels her experiences into a novel titled *Crimson Peak*, transforming her traumatic past into a chilling story that serves as her catharsis.