"Rubyfruit Jungle" is a novel by American author Rita Mae Brown, published in 1973. The novel follows the life of Molly Bolt, a young girl growing up in a poor family in the American South. Despite the odds against her, Molly is determined to achieve her dreams and become a successful writer. Along the way, she grapples with issues of identity and sexuality, coming to terms with her attraction to women and the challenges of being a lesbian in a society that doesn't always accept her. Molly's journey takes her from her hometown in Florida to New York City, where she faces both new opportunities and new obstacles. The novel is a coming-of-age story that explores themes of identity, sexuality, and social class, as well as issues of discrimination and prejudice. It is also a celebration of self-discovery and the resilience of the human spirit.