My Lady's Money

My Lady's Money is a novel by Wilkie Collins, originally published in 1877. The story follows the misadventures of a young man named Valentine Blyth, who finds himself in possession of a large sum of money that belongs to a wealthy lady named Mrs. Lecount. Mrs. Lecount is determined to get her money back, and she will stop at nothing to do so, including hiring a private detective and using deception and manipulation to get what she wants.As Valentine tries to figure out how to return the money to Mrs. Lecount without getting into trouble, he becomes embroiled in a complex web of intrigue and deceit. He is aided in his efforts by a cast of colorful characters, including his loyal friend Zack, a cunning lawyer named Mr. Sarrazin, and a beautiful young woman named Mary.As the plot thickens, Valentine must navigate a series of twists and turns that lead him to confront his own past and the secrets that he has been keeping from those around him. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about honesty, trust, and the true nature of love and friendship.My Lady's Money is a gripping tale of suspense and intrigue that will keep readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. With its compelling characters, intricate plot, and richly detailed setting, it is a classic example of Wilkie Collins' mastery of the mystery genre.He suggested waiting a little before any reply was sent to Paris; and he engaged meanwhile to consult a London solicitor who had great experience in cases of theft, and whose advice might enable them to dispense entirely with the services of the French police.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.