Frank Merriwell's New Comedian; Or, The Rise of a Star

By Burt L. Standish

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Witness a resilient playwright's journey from the depths of failure to the promise of renewed success as he uncovers hidden treasure and confronts treacherous foes in the dazzling world of theater.

Genres

Children & Young Adult Reading Literature Fiction

Released

2012-01-18

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Summary

"Frank Merriwell's New Comedian; Or, The Rise of a Star" by Burt L. Standish is a captivating tale set in the 1800's, chronicling the experiences of Frank Merriwell, a playwright and actor facing career setbacks. After his latest play fails due to sabotage and negative reviews, Frank must overcome his despair and self-doubt. When the opening night of "For Old Eli" ends in disaster, with meddling rivals and the loss of his backer, everything looks bleak, but a surprising letter about a discovered treasure ignites a flame of hope within him, setting the stage for a potentially triumphant return to the theater.