The book "A Woman Named Smith" by Marie Conway Oemler tells the story of a strong woman who decided to go beyond the stereotypes of her time. The main character, Elizabeth Smith, having gone through a difficult path from a simple village girl to a successful businesswoman, demonstrates confidence, determination and the ability to fight for her ideals. The novel is full of tension, unexpected turns and internal contradictions that force the reader to experience each stage of Elizabeth's transformation into Smith. The author successfully combines social themes, psychological portrait of the main character and emotional tension, which makes this book exciting for readers of all age categories.