Flirt

Published in 1913, 'Flirt' by Booth Tarkington follows sisters Laura and Cora Madison and their brother Hedrick in a Midwestern town. Cora's flirtatious nature leads to a series of events triggered by the return of a charming former resident and an encounter with a troubled young man. Tarkington's sensitive and perceptive writing captures the complexities of relationships and societal expectations, making this novel a notable exploration of early 20th-century American life.