Rona Jaffe was an American novelist whose works often delved into the lives of women, particularly during the mid-20th century. Born on June 12, 1931, and passing away on December 30, 2005, Jaffe's career began with the publication of her novel 'The Best of Everything' in 1958, which became a bestseller and was adapted into a film. Her writing frequently addressed themes of career, marriage, and the challenges faced by women in the 1950s and 1960s.