"Laura" is a novel written by the American writer Vera Casparsen. The book tells the story of a young girl named Laura, who lives in a big city and is looking for her place in the world. She works in a publishing house, dreams of becoming a writer and feels enormous pressure from society and her own expectations. While searching for herself, Laura meets various people who influence her life: from a childhood friend to a mentor who helps her understand herself better. The author successfully combines the intimate thoughts of the heroine with the dynamics of city life, revealing the subtlest nuances of her inner world. "Laura" is a book that reveals the themes of self-discovery, friendship, love and creativity. Readers will experience with Laura all the trials and joys that accompany her in this difficult but magical path of self-discovery.