Lady Audley's Secret by M. E. Braddon
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| Author | Braddon, M. E. (Mary Elizabeth), 1835-1915 |
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| Title | Lady Audley's Secret |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Jonathan Ingram and Distributed Proofreaders |
| Summary | "Lady Audley's Secret" by M. E. Braddon is a Victorian-era novel that explores themes of mystery, love, and deception. It centers on the character of Lady Audley, a beautiful and seemingly ideal young wife whose past is shrouded in secrecy. As the story unfolds, the complexities of her life begin to emerge amidst the idyllic setting of Audley Court, revealing the darker aspects of her life and the people around her. The opening of the novel introduces us to Audley Court, a picturesque and secluded estate, as well as its inhabitants, particularly Sir Michael Audley and his new wife, Lady Audley, formerly Lucy Graham, who has risen from humble beginnings. Readers meet Sir Michael, a wealthy baronet enamored with Lady Audley, along with his daughter Alicia, who is disgruntled by her father's second marriage. We also witness Lucy's transition from a governess to a lady of wealth and status, hinting at the tension that will arise from her previous life and the secrets she keeps. Lucy's charm and allure quickly captivate those around her, including Sir Michael, yet her past remains a shadow that looms large over her new reality. This sets the stage for a narrative rich with suspense and intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | England -- Fiction |
| Subject | Psychological fiction |
| Subject | Domestic fiction |
| Subject | Married women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Bigamy -- Fiction |
| Subject | Deception -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 8954 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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