A cunning widow deploys flirtation and deception to secure advantageous marriages for herself and her daughter in this epistolary social satire.
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A cunning widow deploys flirtation and deception to secure advantageous marriages for herself and her daughter in this epistolary social satire.
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The victim of a vicious scandal, the impoverished Lady Susan is obliged to take up residence with her brother-in-law and his family. Refusing to resign herself to the role of placid house guest, she conspires to baffle her hosts, seducing her sister-in-law's brother in the process by means of her impeccable gentility and some well-judged flirtation. Yet before her victory is complete, she must first contend with the untimely appearance of a former lover. Inspired by Les Liaisons Dangereuses, and...
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will contain mild spoilers
Romance & sex
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Central plot revolves around seduction, flirtation, and an extramarital affair with a married man, conveyed through letters.
Violence & gore
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No violent content present
Profanity
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No profanity or strong language present
Substance use
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No substance use depicted
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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No LGBTQ+ characters or themes present
Religious content
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No religious themes present
Magic & witchcraft
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No magic or witchcraft present
Occult / demonology
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No occult content present
Political content
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Examines marriage market, social rank, and class expectations among the landed gentry.
Self-harm / suicide
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No self-harm or suicide depicted
Abuse & suffering
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Depicts emotional manipulation and coercive pressure around marriage arrangements.
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