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Set against the backdrop of historical Paris, 'A Little in Love' follows Eponine, a girl who has never known kindness except from the humble kitchen slave Cosette. When she turns sixteen, their lives intersect again, but this time their circumstances are reversed. Eponine must decide whether the friendship she once cherished is worth preserving, especially as both girls find themselves attracted to the same young man. The story explores themes of poverty, loyalty, and the complexities of love and interpersonal relationships in a historical setting.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Historical Fiction/19th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Susan Fletcher
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