The novel revolves around the lives of two sisters, one a socialite and the other an artist, who navigate their relationships with men and each other amidst societal pressures and personal struggles in late 19th-century Chicago. Their experiences are contrasted with those of a working-class woman who becomes embroiled in their lives, highlighting class differences and the constraints placed on women during this period. The novel explores themes of love, identity, and social status through the complex relationships between these characters, ultimately leading to tragic consequences.
By Henry Blake Fuller · First published 1915 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Drama