What does the cryptic crossword clue "Spinning top novel problem (7)" mean?

The definition is "problem". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. LID (synonym of "top") + EMMA (synonym of "novel") [reversal: "Spinning"]; definition: "problem" The answer is DILEMMA.

Spinning top novel problem (7)

Independent Cryptic #11700 | 9 Across | 2024-04-10 flower

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