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Ellen Wood’s sensation novel of 1861 found immediate popularity on its first publication. Its themes of infidelity and double identity attracted a wide range of readers, from the Prince of Wales to Joseph Conrad.

Lady Isabel Carlyle leaves her husband and children for the aristocratic Francis Levison, who, as it turns out, has no intention of marrying her. Having been disfigured in a train accident, the unrecognizable Isabel then takes up the position of governess to her own children in the Carlyle household, with tragic consequences.

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Public Domain (P)2021 Naxos AudioBooks UK Ltd. Classics European World Literature
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What a fabulous & riveting read. Not an author I knew & decided upon as a whim but what a treat. Definitely one to rival one of my favourite authors, Wilkie Collins. Interesting story, narrated very well & delivered beautifully. If you like a period drama then this one comes highly recommended.

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Why had nobody told me about this author!? I devoured this and definitely will read/listen to more from this author. Outstanding story and characters- hard to remember when this was written as fresh in its content.

Amazing find

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Beautifully read, totally compelling story. Vivid in every detail, I was immersed that I felt as if every character came to life. Such an amazing story line. Fantastic book and wonderfully read, a story I will listen to again.

Totally compelling

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This story is written to such a high standard, with such depth and complexity that I had to constantly remind myself it was not a Dickens!

A classic!

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Excellent novel great plot and really interesting characters. It’s a page turner for a Victorian drama.

The characters were well drawn.

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