“Lolita” is a controversial novel that follows the story of Humbert Humbert, a middle-aged literature professor who becomes infatuated with a 12-year-old girl named Lolita. As Humbert’s obsession deepens, he manipulates and controls Lolita, leading to a tumultuous and disturbing relationship. Nabokov’s masterful prose delves into themes of obsession, desire, and the dark corners of the human psyche. The novel challenges readers to confront uncomfortable truths about power dynamics and the complexities of forbidden love.