The novel Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen is a work of fiction that revolves around the lives of two sisters, Elinor and Marianne Dashwood. The story examines the different ways in which each sister deals with heartbreak and disappointment, and highlights the importance of having both a sense and sensibility. Austen's characters are richly drawn and her prose is witty and insightful, making this novel a timeless classic.