The novel follows the story of the wealthy and eccentric Lord Wolverden, who lives in a large and isolated castle in the English countryside. Lord Wolverden is a recluse, and his castle is filled with strange and mysterious artifacts. He is also a collector of rare books, and his library is filled with ancient manuscripts and books of occult knowledge. Lord Wolverden's life is disrupted when a young woman, Miss Maud, arrives at the castle. She is a beautiful and mysterious woman, and Lord Wolverden is immediately taken with her. He invites her to stay at the castle, and soon the two become close. However, Miss Maud is not who she appears to be. She is actually a thief, and she is using Lord Wolverden to gain access to his library and steal the valuable books and manuscripts. Lord Wolverden is unaware of her true identity, and he is completely taken in by her charms. The novel follows the story of Lord Wolverden and Miss Maud as they become increasingly close, and as Miss Maud's true identity is revealed. It is a story of love, deception, and mystery, and it is a classic of Victorian literature.
By Grant Allen · First published 1899 · Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Fantasy · 6 chapters