"Riven Bonds" is a novel written by E. Werner, a pseudonym for Elisabeth Bürstenbinder, a German author known for her romantic and historical fiction. The novel was published in two volumes, with the first volume being titled "Riven Bonds. Vol. I."As the first volume of the novel, "Riven Bonds. Vol. I" likely sets the stage for the story and introduces readers to the main characters and central conflicts. The title suggests that the narrative may revolve around relationships that are torn apart or divided by various forces, such as social expectations, personal ambitions, or external circumstances.