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A review by alongreader
Into the Spotlight by Carrie Hope Fletcher
5.0
This is a fantastic read. At first I thought it was a retelling or an homage, an up to date version of the story, but it's actually a sequel. The Pebbles discover that the Fossil children existed, and their search to find out more forms a large part of this novel.
I loved the characters. The husband and husband team of magician and actor, the huge, incredibly clumsy stunt coordinator, even Petunia the door keeper with her ever changing accessories. Everyone was wonderful and they all added something special to this magical tale. The few characters from Ballet Shoes we saw were great, too.
It's not necessary to have read Ballet Shoes...although you should read Ballet Shoes, really...to understand this story; it stands on its own with everything you need to know. You'll miss some of the fum little injokes, but nothing serious.
I wish I could visit the Pebble Theatre. I'd love to see a very special show there. But as is, I'll just read the book over and recommend it to as many people as possible.
I loved the characters. The husband and husband team of magician and actor, the huge, incredibly clumsy stunt coordinator, even Petunia the door keeper with her ever changing accessories. Everyone was wonderful and they all added something special to this magical tale. The few characters from Ballet Shoes we saw were great, too.
It's not necessary to have read Ballet Shoes...although you should read Ballet Shoes, really...to understand this story; it stands on its own with everything you need to know. You'll miss some of the fum little injokes, but nothing serious.
I wish I could visit the Pebble Theatre. I'd love to see a very special show there. But as is, I'll just read the book over and recommend it to as many people as possible.