"Phantom Fortune" by M. E. Braddon is a novel set against the backdrop of London's high society, weaving together themes of ambition, reputation, and romance. The central character, Lady Maulevrier, navigates the intricate social circles of the time while grappling with the weight of her husband's scandalous past as Governor of Madras. Her entrance at Lord Denyer's dinner party sets the stage for a story about societal expectation versus personal struggle. The novel explores how Lady Maulevrier maintains her poise and influence despite the whispers and allegations surrounding her husband, promising a deep study of reputation, resilience, and the complexities of marriage within the strict confines of Victorian society.
Phantom Fortune, a Novel
By M. E. (Mary Elizabeth) Braddon
Amidst whispers of scandal and societal expectations, a woman's strength and ambition are tested as she struggles to maintain her family's honor and her own reputation.
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Mary Elizabeth Braddon was an English popular novelist of the Victorian era. She is best known for her 1862 sensation novel Lady Audley's Secret, which has also been dramatised and filmed several times.
Mary Elizabeth Braddon was an English popular novelist of the Victorian era. She is best known for her 1862 sensation novel Lady Audley's Secret, which has also been dramatised and filmed several times.
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