“You seem to have quite a taste for discussing these horrible subjects," she said, rather scornfully; "you ought to have been a detective police officer." "I sometimes think I should have been a good one." "Why?" "Because I am patient.”
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
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
“What is a woman's greatest virtue? Patience.”