Lady Audley's Secret

The narrative draws inspiration from the high-profile Constance Kent murder case of 1860, which captivated the British public and influenced several writers of the era.

The novel has been adapted for the screen multiple times, including three silent films and a 2000 television production, as well as several stage versions.

Elements of the author's personal history are reflected in the text, specifically regarding the social stigma surrounding bigamy and the practice of confining women to asylums to manage family scandals.