Edith Wharton's Ethan Frome;Sinister Short Stories by Classic Women Writers

Set in a small, isolated Massachusetts town, the novel delves into the complexities of human emotion and the weight of choices shaped by societal expectations. The story follows Ethan Frome as he navigates his troubled life, revealing the struggles between personal desires and the oppressive norms of his environment. Wharton's masterful storytelling captures the haunting consequences of decisions made under such constraints, making it a poignant exploration of love, duty, and regret.