Blix

"Blix" is a romantic novel by the renowned American writer Frank Norris set in 1890's San Francisco. It revolves around Travis Bessemer, an attractive young woman of 19 who is mature and free-minded. Norris describes the growing companionship between Travis and Condy Rivers. The couple goes beyond their day's social traditions to enjoy and treat each other as equals. The fact that the young woman's ambitions are accepted without fuss makes this work a unique and delightful read.