'Ordeal of Elizabeth' Summary

Elizabeth, orphaned and raised by her spinster aunts, finds herself in a loveless marriage. She is drawn to another man, but her situation is complicated by her marital vows. When she confesses her feelings to her lover, her husband is found dead the next day. The discovery casts a shadow of suspicion over Elizabeth and her lover, and they must navigate the labyrinthine path of guilt, innocence, and the possibility of revenge. Amidst the unfolding mystery, the story delves into Elizabeth's internal struggle as she grapples with societal expectations, personal desires, and the weight of her secret. The narrative explores the consequences of love, the allure of forbidden passion, and the fragile nature of trust.