Peony in Love by Lisas See

For young Peony, betrothed to a suitor she has never met, these lyrics from The Peony Pavilion mirror her own longings.  In the garden of the Chen Famiy Villa, a small theatrical troupe is performing scenes from this epic opera, a live spectacle few females have ever seen.  Like the heroine in the drama, Peony is the cloistered daughter of a wealthy family, trapped like a good luck cricket in a bamboo and lacquer cage.  Though raised to be obedient, Peony hs dreams of her own.

Peony's mother is against her daughter's attending the production.  But Peony's father assures his wife that proprieties will be maintained, and that the women will watch the opera from behind a screen.  Yet even hidden from view, Peony catches sight of an elegant, handsome man and is immediately overcome with emotion.

So begins Peony's unforgettable journey of love and destiny, desire and sorrow.  If you are looking for a love story full of interesting characters and events then you might find this book interesting.