Mary Regan

A restless dusk settles over New York, where the city’s ceaseless energy conceals private battles and silent reckonings. In rooms shadowed by ambition and longing, a young woman stands on the threshold of adulthood, her fate entwined with the shifting fortunes of family, love, and social class. Set against the vibrant, often unforgiving backdrop of early twentieth-century urban life, this novel traces a woman’s journey through the tangled expectations of those around her and the quiet, sometimes painful, transformation of her own spirit. The story unfolds with an intimate focus on family relationships, revealing the subtle tensions between personal desire and moral dilemmas, as well as the quiet courage demanded by coming of age in a world where every choice ripples outward.With a keen eye for the intricacies of American fiction and the realities of social class drama, the narrative captures both the grandeur and the grit of city existence, illuminating the ways in which women protagonists must navigate not only the external pressures of society but also the inner landscapes of hope and regret. The emotional force of the writing lies in its authenticity-never shying from the complexities that define personal transformation, nor from the small, luminous moments that give life its shape. This is a work that speaks to readers who value the enduring power of classic American literature, as well as those drawn to stories rooted in place, time, and the struggle for selfhood.This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today’s and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it’s a collector’s item and a cultural treasure.