The Lovels of Arden

Name: The Lovels of Arden
Author: M. E. Braddon

By M. E. Braddon

Open in WeRead

Explore more books like this:

British Literature Novels

About This Book

A young woman returns from years abroad to a chilly homecoming and diminished family fortunes, and the narrative follows her uneasy adjustment to country life and the social world that determines her prospects. Courtships, rivalries, and the manoeuvres of influential relatives complicate attachments and reveal secrets, prompting an elopement, disputes over inheritance and identity, and legal and emotional crises. Interwoven subplots trace friends and foes exerting pressure, moral tests and temptations, and the attempts of several characters to repair reputations and restore domestic stability as consequences of passion and social ambition are gradually resolved.

About the Author

M. E. Braddon

Mary Elizabeth Braddon was a prominent English novelist known for her contributions to the sensation fiction genre in the Victorian era. Born in 1835, she gained widespread recognition for her compelling narratives and complex characters. Her most notable work, "Aurora Floyd," showcases her ability to weave intricate plots that often explore themes of morality and social issues. Braddon was also a prolific writer, producing over sixty novels, including titles like "A Strange World" and "All Along the River." Her works reflect the anxieties and challenges of her time, making her an important figure in the literary heritage of the 19th century.