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Dead Love Has Chains

Dead Love Has Chains

By: Mary Elizabeth Braddon
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 In Dead Love Has Chains, we explore yet another dimension of Mary Elizabeth Braddons remarkable talent, crafted in her seventies. This novel delves deep into character and human psychology, setting it apart from her more conventional works centered on detection and crime. The story follows Irene Thelliston, a pregnant and unmarried woman sent back from India to live with her Aunt in Ireland. During her sea voyage, she confides in Lady Mary Harling, who promises to keep her secret safe. Years later, Lady Mary is horrified to discover that Irene is now engaged to her son, Conrad, who harbors his own dark secrets. In a desperate bid to thwart their union, will Lady Mary choose to betray her oath? As Irenes former lover resurfaces, threatening to disrupt their love, the stakes are raised—will their bond endure against all odds? - Summary by Celine MajorCopyright Romance Stories
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  • 011 - Chapter 9 and Epilogue

    011 - Chapter 9 and Epilogue
    Feb 6 2026
    In Dead Love Has Chains, we explore yet another dimension of Mary Elizabeth Braddons remarkable talent, crafted in her seventies. This novel delves deep into character and human psychology, setting it apart from her more conventional works centered on detection and crime. The story follows Irene Thelliston, a pregnant and unmarried woman sent back from India to live with her Aunt in Ireland. During her sea voyage, she confides in Lady Mary Harling, who promises to keep her secret safe. Years later, Lady Mary is horrified to discover that Irene is now engaged to her son, Conrad, who harbors his own dark secrets. In a desperate bid to thwart their union, will Lady Mary choose to betray her oath? As Irenes former lover resurfaces, threatening to disrupt their love, the stakes are raised—will their bond endure against all odds? - Summary by Celine Major
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    17 mins
  • 010 - Chapter 8 Part 3

    010 - Chapter 8 Part 3
    Feb 6 2026
    In Dead Love Has Chains, we explore yet another dimension of Mary Elizabeth Braddons remarkable talent, crafted in her seventies. This novel delves deep into character and human psychology, setting it apart from her more conventional works centered on detection and crime. The story follows Irene Thelliston, a pregnant and unmarried woman sent back from India to live with her Aunt in Ireland. During her sea voyage, she confides in Lady Mary Harling, who promises to keep her secret safe. Years later, Lady Mary is horrified to discover that Irene is now engaged to her son, Conrad, who harbors his own dark secrets. In a desperate bid to thwart their union, will Lady Mary choose to betray her oath? As Irenes former lover resurfaces, threatening to disrupt their love, the stakes are raised—will their bond endure against all odds? - Summary by Celine Major
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    33 mins
  • 009 - Chapter 8 Part 2

    009 - Chapter 8 Part 2
    Feb 6 2026
    In Dead Love Has Chains, we explore yet another dimension of Mary Elizabeth Braddons remarkable talent, crafted in her seventies. This novel delves deep into character and human psychology, setting it apart from her more conventional works centered on detection and crime. The story follows Irene Thelliston, a pregnant and unmarried woman sent back from India to live with her Aunt in Ireland. During her sea voyage, she confides in Lady Mary Harling, who promises to keep her secret safe. Years later, Lady Mary is horrified to discover that Irene is now engaged to her son, Conrad, who harbors his own dark secrets. In a desperate bid to thwart their union, will Lady Mary choose to betray her oath? As Irenes former lover resurfaces, threatening to disrupt their love, the stakes are raised—will their bond endure against all odds? - Summary by Celine Major
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    30 mins
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