Tess of the d'Urbervilles

Tess Durbeyfield's quest for a better life leads her to the affluent D'Urbervilles, where her encounter with her cousin Alec brings unforeseen consequences. While she finds a contrasting love in Angel Clare, Tess faces a pivotal decision: to disclose her troubled past or conceal it for the chance at a serene future. The novel explores themes of social class, morality, and the struggle for redemption against the backdrop of societal expectations.