The Unfortunate Marriage is a novel by Thomas James Wise, first published in 1891. It tells the story of a young woman, Mary, who is forced into a loveless marriage with a much older man, Sir John. Mary is determined to make the best of her situation, but soon discovers that her husband is a cruel and domineering man. She is subjected to his abuse and manipulation, and her attempts to escape her unhappy marriage are thwarted by her husband's powerful influence. As the story progresses, Mary's situation becomes increasingly desperate, and she must find a way to break free from her husband's control. The novel is a powerful exploration of the power dynamics of marriage and the struggles of a woman to find her own voice and freedom.
By Thomas James Wise · First published 1913 · Genre: Romance, Drama, Historical Fiction