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Alyssa is a college sophomore who balances school, work, and a budding romance with her boyfriend Jake. During the summer, she takes a job as Cinderella at a local amusement park, where each day’s performance mirrors the fairy‑tale image many expect of her. When the relationship with Jake collapses, Alyssa confronts the reality that her identity is not confined to a crown or a scripted love story. Determined to reclaim her independence, she navigates the challenges of college life, summer employment, and growing friendships, ultimately discovering a deeper sense of self that goes beyond any happily‑ever‑after promise.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Romance
Authors: Karole Cozzo
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