M. E. Braddon
M. E. Braddon, full name Mary Elizabeth Braddon, was a popular English novelist of the Victorian era. She is best known for her 1862 sensation novel 'Lady Audley's Secret', which was a huge commercial success. Braddon wrote more than 80 novels and was one of the most prolific and influential authors of her time. Her work often explored themes of female ambition and the constraints of domestic life.
Books
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1. Lady Audley's Secret
The novel revolves around the beautiful and enigmatic Lady Audley, who harbors a dark secret that threatens to unravel her new life of luxury and status upon marrying Sir Michael Audley. When Sir Michael's nephew, Robert Audley, becomes suspicious of his new aunt's past, he embarks on a quest for the truth, leading to a series of dramatic and suspenseful events. The story delves into themes of identity, bigamy, and the role of women in Victorian society, as the characters grapple with the consequences of deception and the pursuit of justice.
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