The Reef

Edith Wharton's "The Reef" intricately weaves a tale of love, betrayal, and the complexities of social mores in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of expatriate life in France, the narrative unfolds through rich, nuanced prose that exemplifies Wharton's skill in character development and psychological insight. The novel employs a unique structure that contrasts past and present, draw...