Fräulein oder Frau?

Fräulein oder Frau? is a novel by Wilkie Collins, published in 1873. It follows Natalie Graybrooke, who secretly marries her cousin Launcelot Linzie to escape her father's plan to marry her off to the unscrupulous Richard Turlington. The story explores themes of love, deception, and the constraints of societal expectations, particularly regarding marriage and inheritance. Collins' work is notable for its intricate plot and commentary on the roles of women in Victorian society.