Asphodel V2: A Novel (1881)

Asphodel V2: A Novel is a literary work written by Mary Elizabeth Braddon and originally published in 1881. The book is a sequel to Asphodel, which was published in 1877. The story revolves around the main character, Lady Valeria, who is a beautiful and wealthy widow. She is torn between two men who are vying for her affection - her former lover, Lord Lanmere, and her current suitor, Sir George Varney. As the story progresses, Lady Valeria finds herself embroiled in a web of deceit and betrayal. She discovers that her former lover has a dark secret that could ruin her reputation, and she must decide whether to keep his secret or risk everything to expose the truth. Meanwhile, Sir George Varney is also hiding a secret of his own, which threatens to destroy their relationship.The book is set in Victorian England and explores themes of love, betrayal, and societal expectations. It provides a vivid portrayal of the social conventions and expectations of the time, particularly for women of Lady Valeria's class. Overall, Asphodel V2: A Novel is a gripping tale of love and intrigue that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. It is a must-read for fans of Victorian literature and those interested in exploring the complexities of human relationships.In Three Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.