In this episode of Tales Between Bookends, we continue Mary Elizabeth Braddon’s Eleanor’s Victory, where secrets once buried begin to stir, and past choices cast long shadows over the present. Join me as I read Chapters 20 and 21, where tensions rise, loyalties are tested, and Eleanor finds herself drawn ever nearer to the truth that could change everything.

In this episode of Tales Between Bookends, we continue Eleanor’s Victory by Mary Elizabeth Braddon — a story steeped in emotion, secrecy, and the quiet reckoning of the past. Join me for Chapter 19, where a single encounter begins to turn the tide of Eleanor’s fate, and long-buried truths stir uneasily beneath the calm veneer of her world.

In this episode of Tales Between Bookends, we continue Mary Elizabeth Braddon’s Eleanor’s Victory, a story where love, secrets, and the shadows of memory ripple beneath the surface of Victorian propriety. Join me as I read Chapters 17 and 18, where tension rises and unexpected confrontations challenge Eleanor’s understanding of those around her — and the delicate threads of truth she’s been following begin to unravel in ways she never anticipated.

In this episode of Tales Between Bookends, we return to Mary Elizabeth Braddon’s Eleanor’s Victory, a tale where love, betrayal, and memory intertwine beneath the surface of Victorian respectability. Join me as I read Chapters 15 and 16, where quiet revelations and uneasy encounters begin to shift the balance of Eleanor’s world — and the truth she’s been searching for edges ever closer to the light. Support the show

In this episode of Tales Between Bookends, we turn once more to Mary Elizabeth Braddon’s Eleanor’s Victory. Set against the backdrop of Victorian society, the story weaves intrigue, romance, and the quiet power of memory. Join me as I read Chapters 12 through 14, where shifting relationships and deepening secrets begin to shape the course of Eleanor’s journey, drawing her ever closer to the heart of the mystery that binds past and present together. Support the show

In this episode of Tales Between Bookends, we journey further into Mary Elizabeth Braddon’s Eleanor’s Victory. A story steeped in Victorian mystery and quiet suspense, it continues to reveal how the past lingers in every choice and connection. Join me as I read Chapters 10 and 11, where unexpected encounters stir fresh tensions, long-buried truths hover close to discovery, and Eleanor finds herself drawn deeper into the unfolding web of secrets. Support the show

In this episode of Tales Between Bookends, we continue Mary Elizabeth Braddon’s Eleanor’s Victory. Rooted in the elegance and intrigue of Victorian society, this tale blends mystery, romance, and the lingering weight of hidden truths. Join me as I read Chapters 8 and 9, where the narrative deepens—old secrets edge closer to the surface, emotions run high, and Eleanor’s path grows ever more entangled with the forces shaping her fate. Support the show

Send us a text In this episode of Tales Between Bookends, we open the pages of Mary Elizabeth Braddon’s Eleanor’s Victory. Set in the heart of Victorian society, this story weaves together mystery, romance, and the weight of past secrets. Join me as I read Chapters 5 through 7, where Eleanor’s world grows ever more intricate—new revelations stir old wounds, shifting alliances come to light, and the shadows of the past begin to press more heavily on the present. Support the show

Send us a text In this episode of Tales Between Bookends, we open the pages of Mary Elizabeth Braddon’s Eleanor’s Victory. Set in the heart of Victorian society, this story weaves together mystery, romance, and the weight of past secrets. Join me as I read Chapters 3 and 4, where the plot begins to unfold more deeply, introducing new turns and characters that shape Eleanor’s journey and hint at the challenges that lie ahead. Support the show

Send us a text In this episode of Tales Between Bookends, we open the pages of Mrs. Elizabeth Braddon's Eleanor’s Victory. Set in the heart of Victorian society, this story weaves together mystery, romance, and the weight of past secrets. Join me as I read Chapters 1 and 2, where we first step into Eleanor’s world and begin uncovering the threads of a tale that promises both intrigue and heart. Feel free to visit our Facebook page to join our poll ‘Would you rather?: which asks if you would...

Welcome to Series 1: Eleanor’s Victory by Mary Elizabeth Braddon In this introductory episode of Tales Between Bookends, we welcome listeners from Australia, the United States, and beyond as we begin our very first series—Eleanor’s Victory, a gripping Victorian novel by Mary Elizabeth Braddon, first published in 1863. Best known for Lady Audley’s Secret, Braddon weaves another compelling tale of mystery, betrayal, and quiet determination. This novel has been rated 3 out of 5 on our pod...

Tales Between Bookends is a weekly podcast where stories find their voice and the page turns itself. Each episode offers a one-hour reading from a book—perfect for quiet moments, thoughtful commutes, or evenings spent in another world. With gentle narration and a focus on the story itself, there’s no analysis or commentary—just pure storytelling, one hour at a time. Before each new book begins, you’ll receive a simple 1–5 content rating to help guide your listening. From timeless classics to ...