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This Victorian best seller, along with Braddon's other famous novel, Aurora Floyd, established her as the main rival of the master of the sensational novel, Wilkie Collins. A protest against the passive, insipid 19th-century heroine, Lady Audley was described by one critic of the time as "high-strung, full of passion, purpose, and movement." Her crime (the secret of the title) is shown to threaten the apparently respectable middle-class world of Victorian England.

If you drive through the Lady's Mile, the most fashionable district in London, you will see people whose most distinguished ambition was to be known in that circle. A novelist, a painter, and some aristocrats, willing to prove themselves to the world. But what happens behind closed doors? Is the Lady's Mile as respectable as it seems? - Summary by Stav Nisser.

This is one of the Victorian “Sensationist” Mary Elizabeth Braddon's many novels (best known among them: “Lady Audley’s Secret”). It is extremely well written, fluid, humorous and, in places, self-mocking: one of the main characters is a Sensation Author. The motifs of the-woman-with-a-secret, adultery, and death are classic “sensationist” material. Yet this is also a self-consciously serious work of literature, taking on various social themes of the day. Specifically, Braddon presents the psychological struggle and cognitive dissonance which are the inevitable plight of the ...

In the golden age of steam, the London train wends its way across the Tamar into the strange and mystic land that is Cornwall, having left most of its length at Plymouth. A weary doctor is gazing at the countryside when the train grinds to a halt and his professional attention is demanded. A young woman. An apparent suicide. Who was she? What brought her to Cornwall? What drove her to kill herself? Or did she?

Aurora Floyd is the spoiled, impetuous, but kind hearted daughter of Archibald Floyd, a wealthy banker and his wife, an actress who died shortly after Aurora's birth. As a teenager she is sent away to finishing school in Paris. This is volume two of the story which tells of Aurora's life with her husband John Mellish. This is a story of love, murder and the search for justice. - Summary by Michele Eaton

Only 15-years-old, Eleanor Vane is very happy with her lot: educated in an expensive finishing school in Paris, the apple of her father's eye, and disposed to be kind. Of course there are things missing: she does not remember her mother who died when she was young. But at least she has her father... Until he unexpectedly dies. Now Eleanor is at the mercy of her half-siblings who were never in touch with her, and the rest of the world who would consider her an orphaned beggar. Sent to work as a lady's companion to an old friend of her late father's, Eleanor might, just might, be able to win a ...

This story revolves around Gilbert Fenton, a very talented middle class businessman from London, who falls in love with a beautiful country woman far below his station. He decides to marry her anyway. But is she all that she seems? (Summary by Stav Nisser.)

Sybil, a gentlewoman who has to work for a living, finally finds employment as her rich uncle's house keeper. Nothing could be better: she would finally have an easy job in which she is treated well, and inherit her uncle's money after his death. But then she falls in love with the wrong man. When her uncle is poisoned, suspicion falls upon her. How would she be able to clear her name? What really happened to her uncle? This is a first rate murder mystery, for fans of Wilkie Collins. Yet it is also a story about love: family love, romantic love, and the love we bear for our community. - ...

A novel written in three volumes. In the golden age of steam, the London train wends its way across the Tamar into the strange and mystic land that is Cornwall, having left most of its length at Plymouth. A weary doctor gazes at the countryside, when the train grinds to a halt and his professional attention is demanded. A young woman. An apparent suicide. Who was she? What brought her to Cornwall? What drove her to kill herself? Or did she? - Summary by Lynne Thompson

It is June 1857, and young and beautiful Lucy Graham is about to marry Sir Michael Audley. But who exactly IS Lucy, that's what Sir Michael's nephew, Robert, wants to know. She was a governess to Mr. Dawson, true. And prior to that, she was in service with Mrs. Vincent. But who is she? - Summary by Mark Leder

John Traverton goes to visit his uncle Jasper. Jasper wishes John to marry his adopted daughter, Laura. If he does so within one calendar year, he will inherit everything. Sounds simple? Guess again. To say "complications" and "obstacles" are put in the way would be a gross understatement. - Summary by Mark Leder

Welcome, dear listener, to The Mary Elizabeth Braddon Library. A chamber of secrets, a gallery of restless hearts, and a lantern-lit corridor of whispered confessions.Here, behind the drawn curtain and within the quiet walls of respectable houses, you shall find what polite society would rather leave undiscovered: hidden marriages, perilous affections, fortunes won and lost, and heroines whose beauty is rivalled only by their resolve. In these pages, love is seldom safe, innocence is not always pure, and the past is never so thoroughly buried as one might wish.

Dive into a captivating tale crafted by one of the foremost authors of the Victorian sensational novel. This story seamlessly weaves together elements of murder, greed, madness, secrets, and romance, ensuring a thrilling experience. The characters are intricately connected, each bringing their own unique flavor to the narrative. With Braddons expertly layered plot, youll find just the right amount of suspense to keep you engaged until its gratifying conclusion. - Summary by Celine Major

As you journey through the prestigious Ladys Mile, Londons most fashionable district, youll encounter individuals driven by the desire to shine within this elite circle. A novelist, a painter, and some aristocrats are all eager to make their mark on the world. But what secrets lie behind the façade of respectability? Is Ladys Mile as glamorous as it appears? - Summary by Stav Nisser.

Step into a captivating Victorian world where romance intertwines with mystery and murder. This classic sensation novel, richly infused with passion and intrigue, promises to keep you on the edge of your seat. - summary by Celine Major

In the heart of a county rife with gossip and hidden truths lies Darnel Park, home to the enigmatic Darnel family, whose secrets run deep. When an assassination attempt on Sir Allan Darnel sets off a chain of misunderstandings and unexpected revelations, the family finds itself grappling with the return of an estranged son and the arrival of a mysterious fiancée. As they scramble to keep these developments under wraps, they must also contend with the relentless Scotland Yard detective brought in to uncover the truth. - Summary by Adrienne Prevost.

In the captivating first part of this two-part tale, we delve into the lives of four cunning con men whose paths intertwine as they execute their elaborate schemes against one another. Prepare for a thrilling ride filled with deception and intrigue that sets the stage for the sequel, Charlottes Inheritance.

Dive into a captivating Victorian sensation novel brimming with romance, intrigue, and murder, where passion takes center stage. Join Celine Major as she unravels a tale that promises to enthrall and entertain.

Dive into a captivating Victorian sensation novel that intertwines romance, mystery, and murder, with a special emphasis on the allure of love. -summary by Celine Major

In Beyond These Voices, we delve into the captivating life of Veera Davis, the daughter of a poet and a struggling noblewoman. Left in the care of her grandmother, Veera endures a solitary and uneventful childhood, compelled to forge her own path in a world where everything comes at a cost. As she navigates the intricate social conventions that once marginalized her, the novel poignantly explores themes of love, ambition, and the heavy burden of loss. And just when you think you have it all figured out, a gripping murder mystery unfolds, adding layers of intrigue to her journey. Summary by ...