A review by ampersandinc
The Ballerinas by Rachel Kapelke-Dale

4.0

This novel is very much a contemporary and modern tale of a ballerina with the Paris Opera Ballet. The story begins in 1995 and spans 23 years. Our protagonist is ballet student Delphine, the daughter of a legendary soloist. Delphine is quickly becoming a rising star along with her two best friends, Margaux, and Lindsay. Delphine is persuaded to leave the ballet and train with the charismatic Russian choreographer, Dmitri Sokalov. She creates a successful ballet that draws rave reviews all across Europe. Thirteen years have passed, and Delphine returns to the Paris Opera Ballet where she tries to resurrect the careers of her friends. This novel has several plot twists. It’s filled with secrets, disappointments, lost loves, revenge and ultimately, forgiveness.