Becoming Carlotta: A Biographical Novel

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The narrative follows Hazel Tharsing, who transforms into the renowned actress Carlotta Monterey, capturing her journey through various marriages and reinventions. Starting as the daughter of a fruit farmer, she pursues acting in London, marries an aristocrat, and navigates relationships with influential men, ultimately marrying playwright Eugene O'Neill. Set against vibrant backdrops from the Old West to 1920s Manhattan, the story explores her resilience and ability to adapt, highlighting her struggle and triumph in the world of theater and personal ambition.