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Marie, a talented ten‑year‑old dancer, is granted a rare opportunity to perform at the Paris Opera. As she steps onto the grand stage, the whispers of jealousy from her fellow dancers grow louder, and she confronts the harsh reality of poverty that lingers in the streets of pre‑Revolutionary Paris. The story follows Marie’s journey of perseverance, friendship, and the discovery that true success comes not only from talent but also from courage and humility.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Historical Mystery
Authors: Jacqueline Dembar Greene
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