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A bold early‑20th‑century novel about love, duty, and the limits of marriage.
Set in New York and surrounding society, this fiction follows intertwined lives as a wife and widow, Audrey, navigates loneliness, romance, and the pull of responsibility. The narrative threads through a strained marriage, a young woman’s choices, and the ripple effects on family and society, guided by a steady sense of place and period.
- A candid look at marriage, separation, and the questions of custody and care for a child
- Characters balancing personal longing with social expectations and duty
- Life in bustling New York, its social circles, and supporting institutions of the era
- A courtroom moment that tests loyalties and reshape relationships
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