Lady Susan

Set against the backdrop of early 19th-century English society, this novel features Lady Susan, who navigates the complexities of scandal and social expectations. After being ostracized, she relocates with her brother-in-law's family, where she employs her charm and wit to pursue her sister-in-law's husband. However, her plans are complicated by the unexpected arrival of a former lover. Through sharp social commentary and irony, Austen explores themes of manipulation and the constraints of gender roles in her early work.