Lady Audley's Secret

Lady Audley's Secret is a classic Victorian-era novel written by Mary Elizabeth Braddon. It tells the story of Lucy Graham, a beautiful and charming woman who marries Sir Michael Audley, a wealthy and respected baronet. However, as the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Lucy has a dark secret that she will do anything to protect.The novel is a thrilling tale of deception, betrayal, and murder, set against the backdrop of Victorian England. It explores themes of gender roles, social class, and the constraints of Victorian society. The characters are vividly drawn and the plot is full of twists and turns that keep the reader on the edge of their seat.Lady Audley's Secret was a sensation when it was first published in 1862 and remains a classic of Victorian literature. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the genre and a fascinating glimpse into the social mores and attitudes of the time.1862. In Lady Audley's Secret, Lucy, a governess without family, is loved by Sir Michael Audley, a rich landowner of Audley Court, Essex, and marries him even though some consider her an adventuress. George Talboys went to Australia in search of gold and returns after many years with money intended to make his wife happy. But when he encounters his old friend Robert Audley, nephew of Sir Michael, he finds that his beloved wife is no longer alive. These two unrelated events come together after George goes missing and Robert begins an investigation. See other Braddon works available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.