Step into the shadows of Gothic literature and gripping suspense fiction with this curated collection of student support resources. Designed to help learners explore the chilling atmosphere, dark settings, and psychological tension that define the genre, this page features everything needed to analyse and enjoy classic and modern Gothic texts.
You will find detailed story summaries, key themes, character breakdowns, literary device explanations, guided reading questions, and model analytical responses. From haunted houses to unreliable narrators, this resource bank builds confidence in tackling the language, structure, and mood that make Gothic and suspense writing so powerful.
Ideal for classwork, homework, or revision, these resources bring the eerie and mysterious world of Gothic fiction to life while sharpening close-reading and analytical skills.
Download: Gothic & Suspense – Knowledge Organiser
Roald Dahl: The Lamb to the Slaughter
EAL Support for analysis – Lamb to the Slaughter
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