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When sixteen-year-old Sara, from a small Vermont town, wins a scholarship to study ballet in New Jersey, her ambivalence about her future increases even as her dancing improves. As she navigates the demanding world of ballet, Sara faces personal challenges, including trying to balance her love for her strict mother with her growing interest in the competitive world of dance. The book explores themes of self-discovery, the pressure of competition, and the importance of authenticity in the art of dance. Sara's journey is not just about achieving success in ballet but also about finding her place in the world and embracing her true self.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Stasia Ward Kehoe
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