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D.H. Lawrence

The Rainbow

A powerful and ambitious novel that spans several generations of the Brangwen family, 'The Rainbow' explores the complex relationships between its characters and their struggle to balance their personal desires with the social and cultural expectations of their time. Like 'Sons and Lovers', this book delves into the intricacies of family dynamics and the emotional lives of its characters, making it a great choice for fans of Lawrence's writing.

D.H. Lawrence

Women in Love

A sequel to 'The Rainbow', 'Women in Love' follows the lives of Ursula and Gudrun Brangwen as they navigate their relationships with men and explore their own sexuality and independence. The book is known for its intense and passionate relationships, as well as its exploration of themes such as industrialization and modernity. Fans of 'Sons and Lovers' will appreciate the psychological depth and emotional intensity of Lawrence's writing in this novel.

James Joyce

A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man

This semi-autobiographical novel follows the life of Stephen Dedalus, a young Irish man who is struggling to find his place in the world and define his own identity. Like 'Sons and Lovers', the book explores the tensions between personal desires and social expectations, and the struggle to break free from the constraints of family and tradition. Fans of Lawrence's writing will appreciate the psychological depth and richly detailed portrait of the protagonist in this novel.

Edith Wharton

The Age of Innocence

Set in the upper class society of New York in the late 19th century, 'The Age of Innocence' tells the story of Newland Archer, a young man who is engaged to the beautiful and conventional May Welland, but finds himself falling in love with May's unconventional cousin, Ellen Olenska. The novel explores the themes of love, marriage, and social class, and the tension between personal desires and social expectations. Fans of 'Sons and Lovers' will appreciate the psychological depth and nuanced portrayal of the characters in this novel.

Edith Wharton

The Custom of the Country

This novel tells the story of Undine Spragg, a young woman from the American Midwest who marries into the wealthy and influential family of the Marvells. Undine is determined to climb the social ladder and will stop at nothing to achieve her goals. The novel explores the themes of social class, ambition, and the American dream, and the tension between personal desires and social expectations. Fans of 'Sons and Lovers' will appreciate the psychological depth and nuanced portrayal of the characters in this novel.

Edith Wharton

Ethan Frome

This novel tells the story of Ethan Frome, a poor farmer who is trapped in a loveless marriage and a bleak existence in a small New England town. When Ethan meets Mattie, a young woman who comes to work for his family, he finds himself falling in love and is faced with a difficult choice between his duty and his heart. The novel explores the themes of love, duty, and the constraints of society. Fans of 'Sons and Lovers' will appreciate the psychological depth and nuanced portrayal of the characters in this novel.

Edith Wharton

The House of Mirth

This novel tells the story of Lily Bart, a beautiful and wealthy young woman who is determined to marry well and secure her place in New York society. However, Lily's ambition and her own flaws lead her down a path of self-destruction. The novel explores the themes of social class, ambition, and the role of women in society. Fans of 'Sons and Lovers' will appreciate the psychological depth and nuanced portrayal of the characters in this novel.

Henry James

The Bostonians

This novel tells the story of Olive Chancellor, a wealthy and influential woman who is dedicated to the women's rights movement, and Basil Ransom, a conservative southern lawyer who is skeptical of the movement. When Olive meets Verena Tarrant, a young woman with a talent for public speaking, she becomes determined to make Verena a champion of the cause. The novel explores the themes of women's rights, social class, and the tension between personal desires and social expectations. Fans of 'Sons and Lovers' will appreciate the psychological depth and nuanced portrayal of the characters in this novel.

Henry James

What Maisie Knew

This novel tells the story of Maisie Farange, a young girl who is caught in the middle of her parents' bitter divorce and custody battle. As she grows up, Maisie is exposed to a series of step-parents and guardians, each of whom has a different agenda and a different idea of what is best for her. The novel explores the themes of childhood, innocence, and the complexities of adult relationships. Fans of 'Sons and Lovers' will appreciate the psychological depth and nuanced portrayal of the characters in this novel.

Henry James

The Portrait of a Lady

This novel tells the story of Isabel Archer, a young American woman who inherits a large fortune and sets off to explore Europe. Along the way, she meets and marries Gilbert Osmond, a charming but manipulative man who seeks to control her and her fortune. The novel explores the themes of women's independence, marriage, and the complexities of adult relationships. Fans of 'Sons and Lovers' will appreciate the psychological depth and nuanced portrayal of the characters in this novel.