About this book
Ada Leverson's *Love's Shadow* is a sparkling social comedy that captures the wit and charm of Edwardian London with the sharp, observant humor Oscar Wilde himself admired. As the first novel in "The Little Ottleys" trilogy, this witty masterpiece introduces Bruce and Edith Ottley, a seemingly perfect couple navigating marriage among London's privileged classes—though appearances, as always, are wonderfully deceiving.
Bruce Ottley is a masterclass in exasperating husbands: self-absorbed, a chronic hypochondriac, and perpetually broke, leaving Edith to manage his endless demands with patient ingenuity. Around them swirls a cast of unforgettable friends and acquaintances, each stumbling through the complications of love and matrimony with varying degrees of grace and hilarity. Leverson's brilliant ear for dialogue and gift for character comedy create laugh-out-loud moments that feel surprisingly modern, even over a century later.
Originally published in 1908, *Love's Shadow* showcases Leverson's reputation as one of the era's finest comic novelists. Her elegant prose and keen social observation dissect the pretensions and absurdities of upper-class life without ever losing affection for her flawed, fascinating characters.
Perfect for fans of witty period fiction and sophisticated comedy, this audiobook offers the intellectual humor and character depth that made Leverson a celebrated contemporary of the most brilliant writers of her age.
