"Self-Control: A Novel" by Mary Brunton is a fascinating story about the internal struggle of the main character with her weaknesses and contradictions. Desperately trying to maintain self-control in a world ruled by emotions and feelings, she finds herself at the crossroads of fate and moral choices. Readers will gain a new perspective on the importance of self-control in today's world, where every step can decide the fate of not only one person, but also the entire society.