Lady Audley is a character from the novel "Lady Audley's Secret," written by Mary Elizabeth Braddon in 1862. The story revolves around her mysterious past and the secrets she harbors. Lady Audley is portrayed as a beautiful and charming woman, but her life takes a dark turn as her hidden truths begin to unravel. The novel explores themes of identity, gender roles, and social class in Victorian England. As the plot unfolds, the character of Robert Audley, her husband’s cousin, becomes suspicious of her actions, leading to a gripping investigation into her life and the secrets that threaten to destroy her.