This gothic novel from the Victorian era tells the story of a young woman named Charlotte who discovers a hidden family secret that threatens her reputation and her safety. Braddon's suspenseful plot and vivid characters make this a must-read for fans of gothic fiction and 19th century literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.