Vixen, Volume I

Known for her sensational storytelling, Mary Elizabeth Braddon was a prominent Victorian novelist who gained fame with her 1862 novel, Lady Audley's Secret. Her career began in acting, where she formed friendships that helped her financially support herself and her mother. Over her lifetime, Braddon authored more than 80 novels, showcasing her talent for inventive plots and supernatural themes, making her a significant figure in 19th-century literature.