Sister Carrie

The journey of 18-year-old Caroline unfolds as she leaves her rural Wisconsin home for the vibrant city life, seeking fulfillment and her own version of the American Dream. Initially becoming a mistress to influential men, she navigates the complexities of ambition and desire before ultimately rising to fame as an actress. This narrative explores themes of aspiration, identity, and the pursuit of success, earning its reputation as a landmark in American urban literature.