Ordeal of Elizabeth

Dive into the gripping family saga of Elizabeth, a beautiful young woman whose life takes unexpected turns. Orphaned at a young age, she is raised by her strict spinster aunts. As she matures, Elizabeth finds herself ensnared in a loveless marriage, only to discover true love with another man. However, when she confides in her lover about her troubled marriage, her world is turned upside down when her husband is mysteriously found murdered the very next day! This enthralling tale weaves together themes of destiny, temptation, and the courage it takes to follow one’s heart. (Summary by Lani Small) Although sometimes attributed to Elizabeth von Arnim, her authorship remains unverified. Notably, the book is missing chapter four, seemingly omitted by the author for a reason.