Two Empresses

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Set in 1779 France, the story follows two cousins, Rose and Aimee, as they navigate the expectations of marriage and education. Rose, at sixteen, is bound for France to wed the charming Vicomte de Beauharnais, while Aimee aims to complete her studies at a convent, aspiring for a suitable match. Their journey highlights themes of love, societal pressures, and the pursuit of personal aspirations against the backdrop of a vibrant Caribbean setting.