Synopsis

When drawing master Walter Hartright encounters a mysterious 'woman in white' on a moonlit road, he is drawn into a labyrinthine plot of deception, madness, and injustice. His path soon crosses with the wealthy and beautiful Laura Fairlie, whom he is hired to instruct and with whom he falls deeply in love. However, Laura is betrothed to the manipulative and sinister Sir Percival Glyde. Following their marriage, Laura's life takes a dark turn, leading to her apparent death and the shocking realization that she has been impersonated by the very woman in white Walter first met. Driven by love and a burning sense of justice, Walter, along with Laura's steadfast half-sister Marian Halcombe, embarks on a perilous quest to uncover the truth behind the conspiracy, reclaim Laura's identity, and expose the villains who have orchestrated this cruel deception. The narrative, told through multiple perspectives, masterfully builds suspense, revealing the shocking secrets hidden within Victorian society.

Critical Reception

"Wilkie Collins's 'The Woman in White' is widely celebrated as a foundational text of the sensation novel, pioneering a genre that captivated Victorian audiences and continues to influence mystery fiction today."

Adaptations

Numerous adaptations including a 1948 film, a 1982 BBC miniseries, a 1997 BBC series, and a 2018 BBC miniseries.

Metadata

ISBN:N/A
Pages:664
Age Rating:16+

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