There are rumors that the Hungarian Countess Elisabeth Bathory is drowning in madness. Meanwhile, commoners-in light of her incredible beauty-are already openly calling her a witch. These speculations are more than enough for the Countess's cunning enemies to begin weaving an extensive tangle of intrigues and conspiracies against her. But no matter what fables tarnish Bathory's reputation, the truth is much, much worse.
