{"product_id":"the-murder-of-delicia-paperback","title":"The Murder of Delicia - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMarie Corelli\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eMint Editions\u003c\/b\u003e (Contribution by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginally published in 1896, \u003ci\u003eThe Murder of Delicia\u003c\/i\u003e centers a wealthy woman whose husband's infidelity and self-indulgence leads her to an unexpected yet fateful end.\u003c\/b\u003e The woman is forced to face the harsh and cruel reality of her marriage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDelicia Vaughn is a successful writer married to a former solider called Wilfred Carlyon. Despite her unwavering devotion, Carlyon often treats his wife with contempt. He spends her money on gambling, parties and other women, most notably a local dancer. When Delicia discovers her husband's latest purchase for his mistress, she's completely heartbroken. The truth of his affairs and public humiliation causes her physical and emotional strain. The couple finally separates and Delicia decides to focus on her work. Yet, the damage has been done and has fatal consequences.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Murder of Delicia\u003c\/i\u003e is the emotional tale of a long-suffering wife trapped by her own delusions. When reality sets in she's forced to reckon with the ugly truth. It's a heart-wrenching story that stays with the reader long after its dramatic conclusion.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of \u003ci\u003eThe Murder of Delicia\u003c\/i\u003e is both modern and readable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA manipulative husband's indiscretions lead to his wife's untimely demise. \u003ci\u003eThe Murder of Delicia\u003c\/i\u003e, by \u003cb\u003e Marie Corelli\u003c\/b\u003e, shines a light on the painful and unexpected trials of marriage. The author paints a picture of emotional and financial abuse through the eyes of a fictional novelist and her philandering spouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 136\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3 x 8 x 5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 09, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42100089651335,"sku":"9781513277790","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/2623\/2711\/files\/281c17ce76330761015f1be39cb243ea.webp?v=1732381207","url":"https:\/\/booksby.splitshops.com\/products\/the-murder-of-delicia-paperback","provider":"Books by splitShops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}