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Name: Pretty things
Author: Sarra Manning

Set against the backdrop of a school play, the story follows four English teenagers as they work through rehearsals of Shakespeare’s "The Taming of the Shrew." Their interactions explore the complexities of friendship, romance, and self‑discovery, all while confronting questions of identity and sexuality. Through their collaborative experience on stage, the characters illuminate the intimate dynamics that shape adolescence, revealing how the crucible of performance can transform personal beliefs and forge deeper connections.

First publish date: 2005

Genre: Coming of Age/Teen Coming of Age

Authors: Sarra Manning

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