Styx Classics & Mary Shelley 
The Heir of Mondolfo [EPUB ebook] 

"The Heir of Mondolfo" is a gothic short story by Mary Shelley, published posthumously in 1877. It revolves around Ludovico, the second son of a nobleman, who is initially despised by his father. When his older brother dies, Ludovico becomes the heir, but his cruel father forces him to accept his legacy. This change disrupts his love life and personal happiness, presenting themes of inheritance, social status, and personal sacrifice in a gothic and romantic setting.