“love, which is a madness, and a scourge, and a fever, and a delusion, and a snare, is also a mystery, and very imperfectly understood by everyone except the individual sufferer who writhes under its tortures.”
Book:Lady Audley's Secret
Quote by Mary Elizabeth Braddon
Work
Lady Audley's Secret
This classic mystery novel follows the enigmatic Lady Audley as she navigates a life shrouded in secrecy. The story unfolds as the protagonist's past catches up with her, leading to a gripping exploration of identity, deception, and the consequences of hidden truths. more
Author
Mary Elizabeth Braddon
Mary Elizabeth Braddon was an English novelist renowned for her suspense and detective novels. Her works were highly popular in the late 19th century, particularly 'Lady Audley's Secret' and 'The Clue of the Tower'. more
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