A review by cfpharmd
Last Dance on the Starlight Pier by Sarah Bird

4.0

Sarah Bird's Last Dance on the Starlight Pier was a refreshing historical read set during the Depression Era Dance Marathon craze which was both interesting and musically enriching. It took me a little longer to get through than I typically would but only because I spent so much time pulling up YouTube videos of the period dances and creating my big band play list! Working in a young woman's fight to overcome her beginnings, Depression era financial struggles, political swing with FDR's presidential bid, homosexuality views of the time, and nursing and mental health practices, Nurse Gravy's story painted a vibrant picture of a time past. Put on a swishy dress, strap on your dancing shoes, caffeinate, and settle in for a Dance Marathon for the ages!
Thank you #NetGalley and @StMartinsPress for the opportunity to read and review this ARC.