Dead Men's Shoes

Dead Men's Shoes

by Mary Elizabeth Braddon

In Mary Elizabeth Braddon's 'Dead Men's Shoes', Sybil, a woman of modest means, finds herself in a precarious position as her wealthy uncle's housekeeper. This opportunity promises financial security and ultimately, an inheritance upon his passing. However, her newfound fortune is jeopardized by a forbidden love and the unexpected death of her benefactor. When suspicion falls upon Sybil, she must navigate a labyrinth of deceit and hidden motives to clear her name and uncover the truth behind her uncle's demise. 'Dead Men's Shoes' is a compelling tale of love, betrayal, and the complexities of human relationships, set against a backdrop of Victorian society.

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Mary Elizabeth Braddon (4 October 1835 – 4 February 1915) was an English popular novelist of the Victorian era. She is best known for her 1862 sensation novel Lady Audley's Secret, which has als...

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