# How does Suspense develop the theme of Love, Marriage, and Sacrifice?

> Suspense by Joseph Conrad

## Answer

Suspense by Joseph Conrad develops Love, Marriage, and Sacrifice across the chapters the companion marks for this theme.

Marriage is portrayed as a transactional and sacrificial institution, as seen in Adèle's arranged marriage to Montevesso for financial security, and the emotional costs of such unions are explored through her unhappiness and the strained relationships around her.

Adèle's marriage is portrayed as a sacrifice of her social standing for unknown reasons, while Sir Charles's past love for the Marquise influences his feelings.

Cosmo's memories of Adèle and his curiosity about her as the Countess de Montevesso hint at past connections and potential romantic undertones.

The Countess's marriage is portrayed as a selfless act to secure her family's future, devoid of romantic love.

## Evidence

- [part-i-iii](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/suspense_se/chapters/part-i-iii.md): Adèle's marriage is portrayed as a sacrifice of her social standing for unknown reasons, while Sir Charles's past love for the Marquise influences his feelings.
- [part-ii-ii](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/suspense_se/chapters/part-ii-ii.md): Cosmo's memories of Adèle and his curiosity about her as the Countess de Montevesso hint at past connections and potential romantic undertones.
- [part-ii-v](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/suspense_se/chapters/part-ii-v.md): The Countess's marriage is portrayed as a selfless act to secure her family's future, devoid of romantic love.
- [part-ii-vii](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/suspense_se/chapters/part-ii-vii.md): Clelia's passionate and possessive desire for Cosmo Latham contrasts with the Count's pragmatic view of marriage as a strategic alliance.
- [part-iii-i](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/suspense_se/chapters/part-iii-i.md): The Count's jealousy over Clelia and his desire to remove Cosmo from Genoa point to themes of possessive love and marital strife.

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