The Catcher in the Rye- J.D. Salinger

"The Catcher in the Rye" follows the experiences of Holden Caulfield, a disenchanted and rebellious teenager who has been expelled from his prep school. Set in the 1950s, the novel details Holden's journey through New York City as he grapples with feelings of alienation, depression, and confusion about the adult world. Holden is haunted by the death of his younger brother, Allie, and is deeply affected by the innocence of his sister, Phoebe. Throughout his journey, he dreams of becoming the "catcher in the rye," a protector of children's innocence. The novel explores themes of identity, loss, and the challenges of growing up.