The story revolves around a young woman who seeks revenge against her former lover after he abandons her for another woman. She manipulates him into marrying her again, but ultimately kills him in a fit of rage when she discovers his infidelity has continued. The narrative explores themes of love, betrayal, and the destructive nature of unchecked emotions.
By Guy de Maupassant · First published 1880 · Genre: Historical Fiction, War Fiction, Drama