Since the first publication of her groundbreaking sensation novel 'Lady Audley's Secret' in 1862, M. E. Braddon's works have gripped the imagination of readers across the world for over one hundred and fifty years. This comprehensive eBook presents the many diverse works of M. E. Braddon, with numerous illustrations, rare texts appearing in digital print for the first time, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1)* Beautifully illustrated with imag...

In "Birds of Prey," M. E. Braddon weaves a gripping tale that intricately explores themes of ambition, betrayal, and moral decay within the Victorian society. The novel is crafted with Braddon's characteristic mastery of suspense and richly detailed character development, providing an incisive critique of the social norms of her time. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly industrializing England, it delves into the lives of its morally ambiguous characters, drawing readers into a narrative...

In "John Marchmont's Legacy, Volume 2," the narrative continues to unfold, delving deeper into the lives of the characters introduced in the first volume. Written by Mary Elizabeth Braddon, this novel maintains its gripping storytelling and intricate plotlines.As the story progresses, readers witness further developments in the inheritance disputes and family secrets that emerged following John Marchmont's death. The characters navigate through various challenges, facing moral dilemmas, ro...

As with many of Braddon's works, "Mohawks" is expected to deliver a satisfying conclusion to the story, offering readers resolutions to the conflicts and mysteries that have been unfolding throughout the novel. The third volume typically brings together the culmination of relationships, revelations of secrets, and the outcomes of characters' choices.Braddon's writing style in the final volume is characterized by its melodramatic flair, intricate plotting, and attention to psychological dep...

Lady Felicia Disbrowe has spent years clinging to pride and propriety, but her hopes for restoring a fading family fortune rest on her beautiful daughter, Cara. Cara, however, falls under the spell of Lancelot Davis, a dazzling young poet whose brilliance and sensual glamour promise a life beyond class, caution, and money. When Lady Felicia rejects him and threatens to disown her daughter, Cara chooses love, fleeing to Italy for a secret marriage and four years of radiant happiness before ...

A Strange World opens like a stage play, setting its drama in a city of cathedral towers where beauty, hardship, and social division meet. At the center is Justina Elgood, a tired, underfed seventeen-year-old actress who longs for peace, books, music, flowers, and a real home, but is trapped in a life of backstage drudgery and dependence on the theatre for survival. Her father, Matthew Elgood, is a shabby, aging actor-manager who answers her disillusionment with vanity, self-justification,...

Alexis returns to Dorley determined to leave, only to find his feelings for Linda Challice impossible to ignore. At breakfast, she answers village gossip about the child Trot with a quiet, devastating honesty: the boy, christened William but nicknamed for his restless ways, was brought to her half-dead by a starving young mother who refused to name herself, then vanished after leaving only vague promises and anonymous bank notes. Alexis is deeply moved by Linda's steadfast kindness and pro...

At Mardenholme's glittering country garden-party, Geoffrey Hossack is surrounded by ease, flirtation, and polished society, yet his mind remains fixed on Janet Davoren and the wrongs that have parted them. Restless and bitter, he escapes into a secluded village lane, where the quiet beauty of rural life offers him an unexpected peace and draws him toward a cottage that seems to embody domestic simplicity and moral order. There he recognizes Flossie, the child he has won with gifts and kind...

Sibyl Faunthorpe moves through a world where courtship is never merely personal. Sir Wilford Cardonnel's polished attentions, backed by his formidable sister Phœbe and the prestige of the How, expose the gulf between county aristocracy and prosperous newcomers like the Trenchards, while her uncle Stephen eagerly imagines a brilliant marriage that would secure Sibyl's future and status. But Sibyl resists more fiercely than anyone realizes: beneath her composure lies a secret devotion to ano...

In "Milly Darrell," the narrative follows the life and experiences of its titular character, Milly Darrell, as she navigates the complexities of Victorian society. The novel explores Milly's relationships, aspirations, and struggles in the face of adversity.As the story unfolds, readers are introduced to a cast of characters who play significant roles in Milly's life, including family members, friends, and acquaintances. Through Milly's journey, the novel delves into themes of love, betray...

In "Wyllard's Weird," M. E. Braddon masterfully navigates the realms of gothic fiction, weaving a dark tale interspersed with elements of mystery and romance. Set against the backdrop of a haunted estate in the English countryside, the narrative unfolds through the eyes of its intriguing characters, exploring themes of obsession, fate, and the supernatural. Braddon's style is rich and atmospheric, marked by vivid descriptions that evoke an unsettling ambiance while probing the psychologica...

"Beyond These Voices" is a Gothic and psychological novel that explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the haunting nature of the past. The story centers on a complex love triangle involving the characters Cuthbert Molyneux, Lady Joan Trevlyn, and Adrian Vidal.The novel begins with Cuthbert Molyneux, a young and wealthy man, who falls deeply in love with Lady Joan Trevlyn, a woman of captivating beauty and enigmatic personality. Despite his feelings, Cuthbert struggles with a sense of un...