Gormenghast!!!!

[Anise]

Has anyone here ever read Mervyn Peake's "Gormenghast" Trilogy?

If you haven't... oh my!!!!! YOU MUST


It's a gothic fantasy type series based around the most unique and intriguing characters.

to quote the bbc about the story line for the mini-series (quick and to the point) -

The ancient family of Groan has been incarcerated for centuries in the vast crumbling castle of Gormenghast. The dynasty is threatened by the charismatic Steerpike who escapes his destiny as a kitchen boy. As Steerpike charms and outwits the eccentric inhabitants into submission, including the beautiful Fuchsia, only Titus, stands in his way. The Young Earl and his pretender fight a bloody duel against the fantastic backdrop of the disintegrating castle. Who will emerge the victor and what secrets will they discover?


I ramble... but just wondering if there was anyone else out there who has enjoyed it?


Anise