One of Ours

Set against the backdrop of World War I, the novel follows Claude Wheeler, a Nebraska native struggling with the weight of his family's success and his own sense of discontent. Despite being raised in comfort by a prosperous farmer and a devout mother, Claude feels trapped in a life that doesn't fulfill him. His journey explores themes of identity, purpose, and the impact of familial expectations, highlighting the complexities of life on the Great Plains during a transformative era.