At thirteen, Maya Kitajima seems destined to spend her days laboring in a packed eatery alongside her harsh, volatile mother. Yet when the legendary star Chigusa Tsukikage discovers Maya"s astonishing acting talent, a future brimming with bright prospects and chilling dangers suddenly unfolds before her.
Ayumi Himekawa has always enjoyed guaranteed triumph, yet she yearns to be applauded for her own flair and effort rather than her celebrated parents" influence. She craves genuine recognition for her craft, not the legacy of her famous lineage.
Both chase the coveted role of The Crimson Goddess in Chigusa"s eponymous drama. To claim it, Maya and Ayumi must tackle every theatrical trial, stretching their skill and stamina to the limit until they prove themselves fit for the part…
Only one can emerge victorious; the other must fall. The stakes are high, and destiny will decide who claims the throne.
TMS Japan