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From the author of The Christmas Hirelings comes this Audible Exclusive production of Mary Elizabeth Braddon’s classic sensation novel Lady Audley’s Secret. English actress Olivia Poulet gives an assured and captivating narration; a cornerstone of the genre and a scandal at the time of its publication, Lady Audley’s Secret is an entertaining and shocking tale of high drama and shifting perceptions.

This Victorian best seller, along with Braddon's other famous novel, Aurora Floyd, established her as the main rival of the master of the sensational novel, Wilkie Collins. A protest against the passive, insipid 19th-century heroine, Lady Audley was described by one critic of the time as "high-strung, full of passion, purpose, and movement." Her crime (the secret of the title) is shown to threaten the apparently respectable middle-class world of Victorian England.

A selection of 17 classic stories of horror and the supernatural by some of the greatest writers in the genre. This compilation includes a mix of well-known classics by authors such as Charles Dickens and M. R. James, alongside several unjustly overlooked gems by less familiar names who were hugely popular and prolific in their day.

Sir John Penlyon is planning to spend Christmas at his estate with his niece and his friend Danby, the closest thing he has to family since disowning his daughter years ago. (She eloped with the parson, who was, of course, penniless.) Danby suggests that at Christmastime the estate needs the presence of small children, and offers to find some - the “hirelings” - despite Sir John’s skepticism. Three children duly arrive, and the youngest, precocious four year-old Moppet, quickly endears herself to Sir John.

Lady Audley is universally adored: Beautiful, kind and charming, she enamors all whom she meets. It is not until the strange disappearance of widower George Talboys that her behavior takes an odd turn. George's friend, Robert Audley, Lady Audley's nephew-in-law, is on the case; an upper-class layabout turned detective, he is determined to get to the bottom of things.

In this breathtaking collection of gothic horror and eerie tales, draw the curtains and pull the blankets close for two classic Victorian horror tales in new adaptations, Dracula and Frankenstein, a thrilling drama about the scandalous Mary Shelley and Lord Byron in Bloody Poetry, the sensational psycho-sexual thriller The Mysteries of Udolpho, four spine-chilling dramatised tales and two of Mary Shelley's finest short stories.

Almost always when we think of Ghost Stories, we first think of those written by the Victorians. If you want a really good ghost story to bring that edge of chill, that foreboding of dread, that feeling that in an empty house we are not quite alone and that sometimes the sharp, sheer shock of what just happened is upon us then look no further than ‘The Victorian Ghost Story’ for your reading and listening pleasure.

Mary Elizabeth Braddon's first novel, "Lady Audley's Secret", was one of the most popular English novels of its day. Published serially in 1862, it tells the story of the lovely Lucy Graham, who becomes Lady Audley at the beginning of the novel, and who conceals a scandalous secret from her new husband and his family. The plot, which includes madness, bigamy, attempted murder, and seduction, made this a shocking but highly successful story for Victorian audiences. It remains one of the best examples of 19th century sensational fiction, and is a wonderfully absorbing book.

Weathering critical scorn, Lady Audley's Secret quickly established Mary Elizabeth Braddon as the leading light of Victorian 'sensation' fiction, sharing the honour only with Wilkie Collins. Addictive, cunningly plotted and certainly sensational, Lady Audley's Secret draws on contemporary theories of insanity to probe mid-Victorian anxieties about the rapid rise of consumer culture. What is the mystery surrounding the charming heroine?

When beautiful young Lucy Graham accepts the hand of Sir Michael Audley, her fortune and her future look secure. But Lady Audley's past is shrouded in mystery, and Sir Michael's nephew, Robert, has vague forebodings. When Robert's good friend, George Talboys, suddenly disappears, he is determined to find him and to unearth the truth. His quest reveals a tangled story of lies and deception, crime and intrigue, whose sensational twists turn the conventional picture of Victorian womanhood on its head. Can Robert's darkest suspicions really be true?

Lady Lisle abandonne celui qu'elle aime pour un homme plus riche. À la mort de son mari, elle retrouve son ancien amant... Ainsi commence ce "thriller" où les liens qui se tissent entre les personnages semblent inextricables : les passions, les trahisons, les crimes, les usurpations d'identité...

A heartwarming festive tale of redemption and cheer, The Christmas Hirelings is the story of a lonely widower who reluctantly invites a group of children to his manor for Christmas. It showcases the benefits of opening your doors and hearts during the holiday season.

A fast-paced Victorian thriller that will delight audiences today as it did 100 years ago, Lady Audley's Secret has subterfuge, kidnapping, jealousy, and fraud, all thrown into the mix and shaken up for good measure.

A mystery which keeps a listener guessing until the last moments, this production is a must-listen for anyone who enjoys playing detective.

Mary Elizabeth Braddon was one of the most important and influential female novelists of the 19th Century, and the founder (alongside Wilkie Collins) of the popular 'sensation fiction' genre. This collection features her best-known novel, Lady Audley's Secret, a thrilling tale of bigamy, murder and arson that outraged Victorian society on its first release—and was an instant bestseller. Also included are two atmospheric short stories and an edition of Sensational Women exploring her life and work.

In Rough Justice, we delve into the gripping mystery of Lisa Rainers murder. Could her previous lover who embarked on a fortune-seeking expedition to Africa and found a new romance on his return be responsible? Or are there deeper, blood-stained motives at play? Follow Detective John Thorne as he unravels the truth in this thrilling saga inspired by real events. But this isnt just your typical detective novel - its an exploration of class, gender, societal norms, and the complexities of family. - Summary by Stav Nisser.

Believing her beloved cousin to be dead, Sibyl finds solace in marriage, only to discover a decade later that he is alive, but lost in the shadows of a murder mystery and struggling with epilepsy. As the truth about that fateful night unravels, what will Sibyl uncover? Immerse yourself in this thrilling narrative masterfully spun by Stav Nisser.

Immerse yourself in the mystic world of Cornwall during the golden age of steam, as depicted in this intriguing three-volume novel. A London train crosses the Tamar, leaving behind the bustling city of Plymouth. Onboard, a tired doctor contemplates the tranquil countryside when an unforeseen halt demands his professional expertise. A young woman, a suspected suicide case. Who was she? What led her to the wild landscapes of Cornwall? What could have possibly driven her to such despair? Or was it really suicide? Join us as we unravel the tale, guided by Lynne Thompsons engaging narration.

Follow the idyllic lives of Clara and Robert Hatrell, who dwell in a charming old-fashioned cottage with their young daughter Daisy on the serene banks of the Thames. Their lives take a turn when their son Cyril leaves for school and their scholarly neighbour Ambrose Arden steps in to tutor Daisy. The plot thickens when Robert, carrying a hefty sum of money, is discovered murdered in a London boarding house, lured by the mysterious Toinette. With the murderer on the loose and a trail of money pointing to a Frenchwoman cashing notes in Cannes, Nice, and Paris, the story takes us on a gripping ...

The life of young, beautiful, and wealthy Grace Perivale is turned upside down when her beloved husband, Hector, dies unexpectedly. With her heart torn apart and her high societal standing offering no reprieve from her grief, she spends three years in widowhood. On her return to London after wintering in Italy, she finds herself ostracized by the very society she was once the center of. Her close friend Sue reveals an unthinkable scandal linked to Graces name. Grace vehemently denies any wrongdoing, but the question remains - who is spreading these damaging rumors and what is their motive? ...

In this riveting murder mystery, Sybil, a humble woman who has had to earn her keep, finally lands a job as her wealthy uncles housekeeper. The job seems too good to be true - not only does it involve minimal work and respect, but it also promises a hefty inheritance. Everything takes a turn when she falls for a man she shouldnt, and her uncle mysteriously dies from poison. Suddenly, all eyes are on Sybil. Can she clear her name? What secrets did her uncle carry to his grave? This enthralling tale, reminiscent of the works of Wilkie Collins, explores not only the suspense of a murder mystery, ...