The Law and the Lady by Wilkie Collins, Fiction, Classics, Mystery & Detective, Women Sleuths

Set against the backdrop of a controversial murder trial, the story follows Valeria as she grapples with the aftermath of her husband's ambiguous verdict of "Not Proven." While her husband, Justace, escapes to live in anonymity, Valeria's unwavering belief in his innocence drives her to uncover the truth. Guided by her deep intuition and love, she embarks on a quest to clear his name and confront the shadows of the past, determined to prove to the world that he is not guilty.