Contemporaries of Fyodor Mikhailovich Dostoevsky had an ambivalent attitude towards his work: some appreciated his ability to convey a realistic picture of the life of any characters - from a street beggar to “his excellency”, others condemned his works for pretentiousness and mannerisms - but nevertheless, everyone recognized him an exceptional talent, as he is still recognized today. Before you is the work of a great writer. The main character of the novel F.M. Dostoevsky - Netochka - was born into a poor family. Her father died when she was very young, and her mother married someone else. My stepfather considered himself a talented musician, often drank and indulged in dreams of a better life. It so happened that at the age of ten, Netochka was left an orphan. Dostoevsky very subtly, psychologically describes her life from childhood to adulthood, her internal struggle, changes in character, her dreams and the desire for happiness.