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Wilkie Collins brings his signature suspense to a Victorian collection of short stories, linked by recurring characters and themes. Central to the volume is the title tale, which follows Gertrude as she navigates guilt and conflicting affections between her husband, Harry, and former lover, Richard. Other narratives—such as “The Ten Days” and the stories featuring the three aged brothers, Owen, Morgan and Griffith—add depth and variety, exploring how hidden secrets shape personal and social dynamics. Set against a backdrop of rural South Wales and Victorian social mores, Collins balances intimate character sketches with broader moral questions, making the work a classic example of interconnected Victorian storytelling.
First publish date: 1862
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Wilkie Collins
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