Banished Love

"Free-Spirited" follows Clarissa Sullivan, a passionate woman in Victorian Boston who defies her family's expectations by dedicating herself to teaching immigrant children and championing women’s suffrage. Her bold convictions and love for cabinetmaker Gabriel McLeod are tested by social norms, class prejudices, and family opposition as she navigates a journey of self-discovery. The novel explores themes of independence, societal constraints, and the pursuit of personal happiness.