"The Miniaturist" is a novel by Jessie Burton set in 17th-century Amsterdam. It follows the story of Nella Oortman, a young woman who receives a miniature house as a wedding gift. As she fills the house with tiny figures created by a mysterious miniaturist, she discovers that these figures seem to predict and influence her life and the lives of those around her. The book explores themes of identity, gender roles, and the constraints of society. It delves into the complexities of family dynamics and the impact of secrets, as Nella navigates her new life and the enigmatic world of the miniaturist.