Elinor Glyn

A young but poor aristocratic lady is pressured to marry for money, only to find herself in love with another man.

A salesgirl with plenty of "it" (sex appeal) pursues a handsome playboy. (imdb)

A lady marries a wealthy man who she does not love and leaves him on their wedding night. The man then goes to find a way to get his revenge. (imdb)

The jealous prince Manihiki has to go on a journey and leaves his wife in the custody of his servant. The princess Vjera escapes and meets the count Ivan. They spend three weeks of blissful seclusion. Afterwards Vjera returns to her husband. Years later the lovers arrange a new meeting. Prince Manihiki surprises them and kills her.

Rich lout marries for freedom.