Author: Wharton, Edith
Synopsis:
In the small New England town of North Dormer, a young woman named Charity Royall finds herself caught between her desire for independence and the constraints of society. When a sophisticated young man from the city arrives, Charity's world is turned upside down, leading her on a journey of self-discovery and forbidden love.
Genres: Fiction, Romance, Coming-of-age
Themes: Social class, Female independence, Love and desire
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