Mildred Arkell: A Novel. Vol. 2 (of 3)

Name: Mildred Arkell: A Novel. Vol. 2 (of 3)
Author: Mrs. Henry Wood

By Mrs. Henry Wood

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The narrative follows Mildred Arkell and the people around her as romantic attachments, family secrets, and social ambitions intersect and produce suspense. Episodes range from public promenades and continental travel to intimate domestic scenes, punctuated by meetings that raise questions of identity and inheritance. A central thread involves mysterious correspondence and a troubled suitor whose fortunes and fate deeply affect the household, while rivalries escalate into legal and moral dilemmas. Gothic touches—an eerie night and spectral intimations—mix with social satire and procedural tensions such as examinations and public reckonings, leading to revelations that reshape relationships and prospects.

About the Author

Mrs. Henry Wood

Mrs. Henry Wood, born Ellen Wood, was a prominent English novelist of the 19th century, best known for her sensational and romantic fiction. Her most famous work, "East Lynne," published in 1861, became a bestseller and is often credited with shaping the genre of domestic fiction. Wood's novels frequently explore themes of morality, social issues, and the complexities of human relationships, reflecting the Victorian era's values and concerns. Over her prolific career, she authored numerous novels, including "A Life's Secret" and "Johnny Ludlow," which further established her reputation as a significant figure in Victorian literature.