The Wing of Azrael, Volume 2


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Mona Caird, a British writer and feminist, criticized in numerous non-fiction writings the state of marriage as it existed in her time. Her novel The Wing of Azrael reflects her criticisms. This is the second volume of three.

In volume 2, Viola Sedley is facing a coerced marriage to Philip Dendraith. With the wedding fast approaching, she voices her concerns to her mother about Philip's animal abuse. Her mother is unmoved, claiming that Viola can wield her influence to change Philip for the better. Harry Lancaster makes tenacious efforts to save her from the impending marriage, but to no avail.

A new resident of the village named Sibella Lincoln creates a stir in the community because of rumors that she had abandoned her husband and run off with another man. Harry and Sibella work together to find a way to help Viola, now trapped in a miserable marriage. (Summary by Scarbo) (5 hr 34 min)

Chapters

Chapter 15. Betrothed 18:33 Read by Katina Papadakis
Chapter 16. Without Mercy 21:06 Read by Dawn Sutton
Chapter 17. Adrift 21:44 Read by Katina Papadakis
Chapter 18. An Encounter 17:11 Read by Katina Papadakis
Chapter 19. In Vain 25:47 Read by Dawn Sutton
Chapter 20. A Bad Beginning 20:36 Read by Katina Papadakis
Chapter 21. Upton Castle 17:21 Read by Katina Papadakis
Chapter 22. Exiled 10:32 Read by Christine Rottger
Chapter 23. A Select Circle 51:36 Read by Jack Larsen
Chapter 24. Guide, Philosopher, and Friend 44:43 Read by Christine Rottger
Chapter 25. The West Wing 21:42 Read by Christine Rottger
Chapter 26. Sibella 10:14 Read by Christine Rottger
Chapter 27. Conspiracy 24:12 Read by Nigel Kerr
Chapter 28. "The Human Comedy" 28:52 Read by Nigel Kerr