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Ellen is a normal 1600's girl. Well, that's what everyone else thinks. secretly, she dreams of becoming an actress. But her parents would never allow it. One day, she attends a theater play. In the middle of it, a mysterious boy trips on her dress, ripping it. He apoligizes and makes up for it by bringing her back stage to get a new dress. They begin to get to know each other. apparently, his name is Richard and he is an actor. He invites her to audition with him in Romeo and Juliet. Delighted by the news, she attends with out her parents knowing. To her surprise, she gets the main role of Juliet! how will she keep her role a secret from her parents? Will she play as Juliet? most of all, will she keep her now ever growing relationship with Richard? Read to find out... (Thank you @Prince_Pretence for the beautiful cover!)
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