My Brilliant Career, by Miles Franklin, recounts the story of Sybylla, a rebellious young girl growing up in early 20th century Australia. Refusing to be bound to her rich and handsome suitor, Sybylla embarks on a journey to discover her own personal passion and the importance of choosing one's destiny. From its depiction of early rural life in the country to a timeless account of romance and the meaning of independence, the novel became one of the major Australian works of its time.