A painting of flowers and the moon

Growing up in Elizabethan England,three friends navigate the injustices and rigid social hierarchies of their time. Each harbors dreams and ambitions far beyond what society deems acceptable. Selene, Rose, and Violet come from different social classes, leading distinct lives, yet their friendship has endured since childhood. Follow their journey as they are sent to live in Queen Elizabeth’s court, where they must learn to survive amidst intricate court politics, demanding relatives, and seemingly unattainable wishes. Their lives are soon turned upside down, testing the bonds of friendship, courage, and ambition.
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