The Bobby-Soxer

Set in 1950s New Jersey, Hortense Calisher's novel explores themes of celebrity, small-town life, and coming of age through the perspective of an adolescent girl. The story follows famous playwright Craig Towle's return to his hometown with his young wife, sparking curiosity and intrigue within the community and the narrator's family. As the narrative unfolds, the family’s unconventional dynamics and hidden secrets begin to surface, hinting at a potentially startling connection to Towle.