Gothic Horror Mystery Novel

I’m putting together a full-length horror mystery, written for an adult readership, and I need a seasoned storyteller to bring a truly gothic, eerily atmospheric tale to life. Picture shadow-soaked alleyways, creaking manor houses, and slow-burn dread that seeps in long before the first scream—this is the mood I’m after.

The finished manuscript should weave mystery and thriller elements seamlessly into that dark ambience, delivering genuine chills without relying on cheap jump scares. I expect rich character work, a tightly knotted plot, and a payoff that lingers with readers long after they close the book.

To keep the project on track, I’d like:
• A one-page high-level concept and elevator pitch
• A detailed chapter-by-chapter outline for approval
• The first 10,000 words as a style check before proceeding
• A completed manuscript in polished, publication-ready prose

Please highlight the relevant horror or thriller experience you’ve gained—specific titles, publishing credits, or ghostwriting projects for adult audiences help me see the fit quickly. If you have a sample that shows gothic atmosphere and slow-building suspense, point me straight to it.

I’ll provide developmental feedback at each milestone so we can refine plot twists, pacing, and tone together. Looking forward to collaborating on a story that lets readers feel the chill in their bones.