Fenton's Quest
Unraveling Victorian Intrigue: A Tale of Love, Betrayal, and MysteryBy M. E. Braddon
Length17h 49m
About this audiobook
In "Fenton's Quest," M. E. Braddon crafts a compelling narrative that intertwines elements of Victorian gothic with adventure and romance. The novel follows the protagonist, Fenton, on a perilous journey in pursuit of personal redemption while confronting societal expectations and the complexities of human relationships. Braddon's lyrical prose and vivid characterizations invite readers to experience the tumultuous emotional landscape of her characters, all set against a backdrop of richly depicted landscapes and moody atmospheres that mirror their internal struggles. This novel, written in the late 19th century, stands as a testament to the era's fascination with both romantic ideals and the darker aspects of human nature, reflecting broader themes in Victorian literature regarding identity and morality. M. E. Braddon, a prolific novelist and playwright, gained fame primarily through her best-known work, "Lady Audley's Secret," which delves into themes of madness and femininity. Braddon's own experiences with societal constraints and the gender norms of her time likely influenced her portrayal of strong, complex characters. Her background as a writer in a male-dominated literary landscape underscores her commitment to exploring women's roles and the quest for autonomy, as evident in Fenton's transformative journey. I highly recommend "Fenton's Quest" to readers interested in literature that deftly combines suspense, character development, and social commentary. Braddon'Äôs insightful exploration of ambition and vulnerability resonates with contemporary themes, making this novel essential for those who appreciate classic literature with modern relevance.
Audiobook details
GenreMystery and Thriller, Romance
Length17 hrs 49 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 4, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
26CHAPTER XXIV: TORMENTED BY DOUBT
2And at all Railway Bookstalls, Booksellers' and Libraries.
27CHAPTER XXV: MISSING AGAIN
3CHAPTER I: THE COMMON FEVER
28CHAPTER XXVI: IN BONDAGE
4CHAPTER II: MARIAN'S STORY
29CHAPTER XXVII: ONLY A WOMAN
5CHAPTER III: ACCEPTED
30CHAPTER XXVIII: AT FAULT
Show all chaptersShow less
6CHAPTER IV: JOHN SALTRAM
31CHAPTER XXIX: BAFFLED, NOT BEATEN
7CHAPTER V: HALCYON DAYS
32CHAPTER XXX: STRICKEN DOWN
8CHAPTER VI: SENTENCE OF EXILE
33CHAPTER XXXI: ELLEN CARLEY'S TRIALS
9CHAPTER VII: "GOOD-BYE"
34CHAPTER XXXII: THE PADLOCKED DOOR AT WYNCOMB
10CHAPTER VIII: MISSING
35CHAPTER XXXIII: "WHAT MUST BE SHALL BE"
11CHAPTER IX: JOHN SALTRAM'S ADVICE
36CHAPTER XXXIV: DOUBTFUL INFORMATION
12CHAPTER X: JACOB NOWELL
37CHAPTER XXXV: BOUGHT WITH A PRICE
13CHAPTER XI: THE MARRIAGE AT WYGROVE
38CHAPTER XXXVI: COMING ROUND
14CHAPTER XII: A FRIENDLY COUNSELLOR
39CHAPTER XXXVII: A FULL CONFESSION
15CHAPTER XIII: MRS. PALLINSON HAS VIEWS
40CHAPTER XXXVIII: AN ILL-OMENED WEDDING
16CHAPTER XIV: FATHER AND SON
41CHAPTER XXXIX: A DOMESTIC MYSTERY
17CHAPTER XV: ON THE TRACK
42CHAPTER XL: IN PURSUIT
18CHAPTER XVI: FACE TO FACE
43CHAPTER XLI: OUTWARD BOUND
19CHAPTER XVII: MISS CARLEY'S ADMIRERS
44CHAPTER XLII: THE PLEASURES OF WYNCOMB
20CHAPTER XVIII: JACOB NOWELL'S WILL
45CHAPTER XLIII: MR. WHITELAW MAKES AN END OF THE MYSTERY
21CHAPTER XIX: GILBERT ASKS A QUESTION
46CHAPTER XLIV: AFTER THE FIRE
22CHAPTER XX: DRIFTING AWAY
47CHAPTER XLV: MR. WHITELAW MAKES HIS WILL
23CHAPTER XXI: FATHER AND DAUGHTER
48CHAPTER XLVI: ELLEN REGAINS HER LIBERTY
24CHAPTER XXII: AT LIDFORD AGAIN
49CHAPTER XLVII: CLOSING SCENES
25CHAPTER XXIII: CALLED TO ACCOUNT
More from M. E. Braddon
London Pride, Or, When the World Was YoungerM. E. Braddon12h 3m$2 · $0.00
Milly DarrellM. E. Braddon2h 13m$1 · $0.00
All along the RiverM. E. Braddon13h 15m$2 · $0.00
Charlotte's InheritanceM. E. Braddon15h 11m$1 · $0.00
The cloven footM. E. Braddon17h 47m$2 · $0.00
The InfidelM. E. Braddon10h 45m$1 · $0.00
Lady Audley's SecretM. E. Braddon17h 25m$2 · $0.00
The Restless Feminine Mind – 3 Classic Psychological NovelsM. E. Braddon, Anna Katharine Green, Joseph Conrad$2
The Anatomy of a Guilty Mind – 3 Classic Psychological NovelsM. E. Braddon, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Émile Zola47h 42m$2
Look TwiceEva Hudson9h 48m$20
The Natchez Burning TrilogyGreg Iles96h 18m$53 · $0.00
The ReunionJana Deleon6h 31m$26 · $0.00
Animal 3K’wan6h 33m$20
Sherlock Holmes: Complete Novels & Stories in One VolumeArthur Conan Doyle93h 44m$2 · $0.00
To Hold and ProtectSandra Owens7h 59m$8 · $0.00
The Last StrawSharon Sala9h 1m$29 · $0.00
Savy WisdomPeggy McColl2h 53m$15
Raymond Chandler – Ultimate Mystery CollectionRaymond Chandler82h 8m$2 · $0.00
3 a.m. Premium: Books 1–5Nick Pirog15h 27m$25
The Labyrinth of the SpiritsCarlos Ruiz Zafon27h 55m$53 · $0.00
Sign of the MakerBrian Shea7h 13m$17
Will Trent: Books 5–7Karin Slaughter42h$53 · $0.00
No Sin UnpunishedLynDee Walker7h 43m$17
Sherlock HolmesMade for Success14h 22m$25
Sons of War 4: SoldiersNicholas Sansbury Smith, Tom Abrahams12h 54m$25
Murder in the TowerRoy Lewis8h 23m$20
Edgar Allan Poe: The Complete Stories and PoemsEdgar Allan Poe60h 1m$68 · $0.00
The Lord Peter Wimsey Collection: Books 1-6Dorothy L. Sayers46h 10m$135 · $0.00
Glen AffricKarine Giebel22h 51m$46 · $0.00
The InheritanceBlair Howard6h 40m$23
The Dance with Me TrilogyShelley Shepard Gray21h 44m$35
An Ex to Grind in DeadwoodAnn Charles13h 19m$23
The Captivating WarriorCami Checketts, Daniel Banner4h 8m$15
Sniffing Out JusticeCarol J. Post6h 28m$12 · $0.00
Swept Into LoveMelissa Foster8h 9m$23
TimberTate James15h 36m$23
The ReunionJana Deleon6h 31m$26 · $0.00
Long LostLexi Blake13h 12m$23
The Vineyard BrideKatie Winters5h 5m$15
Protecting The PackJulie Miller5h 43m$24 · $0.00
Something Like LoveBeverly Jenkins10h 21m$29 · $0.00
Wishes from the HeartSophie Mays4h 9m$15 · $0.00
Blizzard ShowdownShirlee McCoy5h 16m$12 · $0.00
The Heart of CourageLynne Basham Tagawa10h 57m$20
Love Inspired Suspense October 2025 - Box Set 2 of 2Laura Scott, Carrie Stuart Parks, Jennifer Pierce17h 34m$35 · $0.00
Talia Hibbert's Brown Sisters Book SetTalia Hibbert31h 7m$53 · $0.00
To Hold and ProtectSandra Owens7h 59m$8 · $0.00
The Newly Witch GameRobyn Peterman4h 39m$15
Arctic WitnessHeather Woodhaven5h 46m$12 · $0.00
You may also like
Classic Radio's Greatest Christmas Shows, Vol. 3Black Eye Entertainment7h 52m$20
Daughter of the StarsPhyllis A. Whitney7h 10m$17
When the Sea Gives Up Its DeadGeorge Mrs. Corbett6h 38m$2 · $0.00
The Master of GreylandsMrs. Henry Wood15h 30m$2 · $0.00
Fighting Snub Reilly and Other StoriesEdgar Wallace4h 27m$1 · $0.00
A Life SentenceAdeline Sergeant16h 8m$2 · $0.00
Diamond Rings Are Deadly ThingsRachelle J. Christensen9h 29m$20
East LynneMrs. Henry Wood23h 18m$2.30
VICTORIAN TRILOGY: Desperate Remedies, The Hand of Ethelberta & A Laodicean (Illustrated Edition)Thomas Hardy48h 36m$2 · $0.00
The Story of Charles Strange: A Novel. Vol. I-IIIMrs. Henry Wood15h 38m$2.30
Grave MattersPatricia H. Rushford6h 38m$14
Desperate SearchChristy Barritt, Lynette Eason12h 28m$29 · $0.00
A Little WorldGeorge Manville Fenn16h 18m$2 · $0.00
The Complete Works of G. A. Henty (Illustrated Edition)G. A. Henty1127h 31m$2 · $0.00
The Wharf by the DocksFlorence Warden6h 30m$2 · $0.00
THE MYSTERY OF A HANSOM CAB (Thriller Classic)Fergus Hume9h 57m$2 · $0.00
Mark Hurdlestone; Or, The Two BrothersSusanna Moodie9h 37m$2 · $0.00
THE COMPLETE SHORT STORIES OF WILKIE COLLINSWilkie Collins124h 34m$1 · $0.00
The Scales of JusticeFred M. White10h 37m$2 · $0.00
Shades of BlueBill Moody8h 24m$17