Well, it depends on which novel you're referring to. In some novels, there might be a character named Dutch, but not in all. You might need to provide more details about the specific novel you have in mind.
"Wind and Rain Sand Slope" was a martial arts novel written by the author,"Beacon Fires Play". The novel was first published in 2012 and described the growth of the protagonist, Xiao Yan, in the martial world and his grudges with other characters. The novel was hailed as a classic of Chinese online literature and was deeply loved by readers.
I don't really know. You'd have to do some research or look for official statements from the creators to find out if Dutch is truly based on a factual account.
The Dutch House is considered historical fiction because it sets its narrative in a specific historical period and explores the characters' lives within that context. The author may draw on real historical details to add depth and authenticity to the story.
Dutch isn't featured in The Strain. The main characters are quite different and this name doesn't appear among them. Maybe you're confusing it with another novel?
Dutch horror stories often have a sense of gloom associated with their settings. Many are set in old, damp places like cellars or attics in traditional Dutch houses. The weather, often cold and foggy, also adds to the eerie atmosphere.
One Dutch scary story is about the Flying Dutchman. It's a ghost ship that is said to haunt the seas. Sailors claim to have seen a spectral ship with tattered sails, sailing aimlessly. Legend has it that the captain of the ship was cursed to sail forever because of his pride and disobedience to God. Those who encounter it are said to be in for bad luck, and some even say they can hear the wails of the damned crew in the howling winds at sea.
One Dutch kid story could be about a little Dutch boy who discovers a lost kitten in the tulip fields. He takes it home and nurses it back to health. His family initially worries about taking in an extra mouth to feed, but the boy's kindness prevails, and in the end, the kitten becomes a beloved part of the family.