{"title":"Mary Elizabeth Braddon","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the works of Mary Elizabeth Braddon, a celebrated author best known for her sharp narrative style and engaging storytelling. Braddon, an eminent 19th-century British writer, became a pivotal figure in the genre of sensation fiction, captivating readers with her thrilling plots and intricate character dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Braddon's most famous novels, \u003cem\u003eLady Audley's Secret\u003c\/em\u003e, remains a cornerstone of her literary acclaim. This intriguing tale of deception, identity, and societal expectations is set against the backdrop of Victorian England, weaving a narrative that's both engaging and thought-provoking. It's categorised under General Fiction and offers a fascinating exploration of themes that continue to resonate today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those interested in eerie narratives and supernatural elements, \u003cem\u003eThe Face in the Glass\u003c\/em\u003e is a perfect addition. This collection of ghost stories and uncanny mysteries showcases Braddon's adeptness at crafting suspenseful and chilling tales, making it an excellent choice for fans of Horror \u0026amp; Supernatural genres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhile primarily known for her adult fiction, Braddon's versatility extended to Children's Books as well, showing her ability to enchant readers of all ages. Her works not only provide delightful entertainment but also offer insightful commentary on the societal norms of her time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our selection of Mary Elizabeth Braddon's works and immerse yourself in the riveting worlds she so brilliantly created. Whether you're a fan of the mysterious, the macabre, or general fiction, Braddon's storytelling prowess is sure to leave a lasting impression.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lady-audleys-secret-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon-9780571358250","title":"Lady Audley's Secret","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Women are never lazy. They don't know what it is to be quiet. They are Semiramides, and Cleopatras, and Joan of Arcs, Queen Elizabeths, and Catharine the Seconds... To call them the weaker sex is to utter a hideous mockery. They are the stronger sex, the nosier, the more persevering, the most self-assertive sex.’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe beautiful and innocent-seeming Lady Audley is uncovered in this stunning novel that combines a crime thriller with historical drama to create an unputdownable tale that has been perennially popular since its publication in 1862. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLady Audley's Secret\u003c\/em\u003e delves into themes of identity, deception, and the roles of women in Victorian society. 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Developing a detective's eye, following disturbing clue after clue, Robert becomes convinced his alluring Aunt Lucy isn't as innocent, or possibly as sane, as she seems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLady Audley's Secret\u003c\/em\u003e first appeared in \u003cem\u003eRobin Goodfellow\u003c\/em\u003e magazine in 1861, establishing it as a 'sensational' novel to rival Wilkie Collins' \u003cem\u003eThe Woman in White\u003c\/em\u003e (1860). 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Their life at Audley Court is happy and uneventful until the arrival of Sir Michael's nephew Robert with his friend George Talboys, who has recently returned from making his fortune in Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen George suddenly vanishes from the house under mysterious circumstances, Robert begins to delve into his friend's past and becomes convinced that Lady Audley may not be as ignorant—or as innocent—as she seems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs compelling as the sensation novels by Wilkie Collins, \u003cem\u003eLady Audley's Secret\u003c\/em\u003e (1862) is a disturbing exploration of the dark side of respectable Victorian society, with one of the great villainesses of nineteenth-century literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072605012204,"sku":"9780140435849","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1f812af3e81033adda26bb70a79564c1.jpg?v=1765187507"},{"product_id":"the-face-in-the-glass-by-mary-elizabeth-braddon-9780712352086","title":"The Face in the Glass","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA young girl whose love for her fiancé continues even after her death; a sinister old lady with claw-like hands who cares little for the qualities of her companions provided they are young and full of life; and a haunted mirror that foretells of approaching death for those who gaze into its depths. 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