Romeo and JulietChildren of bitter enemies, in a world where quarrels are settled with a sword, Romeo and his beautiful Juliet love each other at once. But their love defies the code of family, honor, and duty--and these star-crossed lovers may not survive the conflict. Shakespeare's lyrical story of youth, passion, and bloody vengeance as you've never seen it before! |
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