oppressively
This is not another word for Gothic. It is just like the word Cancer there is only a definition.
mysterious , scary
I believe it’s gloom
wai (fourth/high tone) - jai (first/mid tone)
Distant
The word " dreary ", not often heard in North America, would signal the reader that Gothic English sets the location and the genre.
Which of these best describes the tone in the above
I believe the word you are looking for is monotone or monotonous.
A dark, deep southern gothic.
experienced
to quickly establish the tone and mood
"Gothic elements in "Annabel Lee" include themes of death, loss, and longing, as well as a supernatural and mysterious atmosphere. The poem's setting by the "kingdom by the sea" contributes to its eerie and dark tone, while the presence of angels and demons adds a supernatural element to the story."
Alice in Wonderland does contain some gothic elements, such as a dark and surreal atmosphere, fantastical creatures, and a sense of unease or confusion. However, it is not typically classified as a gothic work due to its whimsical and humorous tone.
The setting of the story does this.
old, gothic
The word gothic applies to a genre of literature and an architectural style based on the structures of the Middle Ages. Example : "The house's dark and foreboding appearance seemed straight out of a gothic novel."
Bee you
mysterious, barbarous, barbaric,
She would be considered a gothic author for a couple of reasons. Her writing style is unique in that it is elegant, old fashioned, and sets the tone for dark horror. Her writing style is of a gothic styled nature.Another reason as to why she is known as a gothic writer, is her earlier books on the supernatural. Vampires, Witches, and Ghosts are all her making.
I don't like your tone of voice.