A very good story with a twist in the middle that becomes obvious after it's revealed. This is less of a rework or retelling of Carmilla, but more a different take or an inspiration.

Carmilla is more of an omen, a usher of desire than a vampire, and it'll be interesting on a second read to know her character as such and see her in a new light.

This wasn't the story I was expecting, but a delightful read nevertheless!