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A review by sara_reads_things
The Ballerinas by Rachel Kapelke-Dale
4.0
A gracefully painted tale of blackmail and back stabbing.
As a former ballerina myself, its hard for me to think this kind of behavior exists. Every tale told about premier ballet companies seems to follow this exact format of blood thirsty dancers out to destroy the prima ballerina for their spot. I happen to know, that ballerina's can be friends. It does make for a good story though.
The author has a wonderful way of telling a tale with ease and depth that makes reading the book effortless. Kinda like a ballet in itself. And not all male dancers are out to sleep with all the girls in the company, although in this book, it seems they do.
I loved reading this dark painted ballet. It brought me back to the stage and the feelings of dancing, but also weaves a desperate tale of passion and the need to shine. Worth the read.
Sara | Book Confessions of an ExBallerina
As a former ballerina myself, its hard for me to think this kind of behavior exists. Every tale told about premier ballet companies seems to follow this exact format of blood thirsty dancers out to destroy the prima ballerina for their spot. I happen to know, that ballerina's can be friends. It does make for a good story though.
The author has a wonderful way of telling a tale with ease and depth that makes reading the book effortless. Kinda like a ballet in itself. And not all male dancers are out to sleep with all the girls in the company, although in this book, it seems they do.
I loved reading this dark painted ballet. It brought me back to the stage and the feelings of dancing, but also weaves a desperate tale of passion and the need to shine. Worth the read.
Sara | Book Confessions of an ExBallerina