What’s the book about?
Amelia loves ballet more than anything, but the sudden arrival of an intense new teacher shifts the Academy focus from classical to contemporary dance. Amelia is out of her depth with the edgy choreography and unsettled by its world-ending theme, especially when a shock diagnosis really might bring her life crashing down.
Valentina is completely at home with the new style but has troubles off the dance floor. As she desperately strives to secure a scholarship and save her dance career, money problems and an unexpected romance have her in a complete spin.
With so much at breaking point, the girls will need to decide what really matters before everything falls apart.
Recommended for:
Ages 12+.
Three reasons to read it:
- The book dives into the world of ballet, exploring its competitive nature, the sacrifices dancers make, and the intense dedication required to succeed. Readers get a glimpse into the rigorous training, the pressures of performance, and the emotional challenges faced by young dancers.
- Breaking Pointe delves into complex themes such as ambition, identity, and the pursuit of perfection. Amelia confronts personal struggles and societal expectations as a dancer, creating a narrative that resonates on both an emotional and intellectual level.
- The book features well-developed characters who are multidimensional and relatable. From Amelia navigating the competitive ballet world to the supporting characters like Valentina, each character brings their own struggles, motivations, and arcs. Readers will likely find themselves rooting for their successes.
Buy a copy of Breaking Pointe here.
About the author:
Chenée Marrapodi is an Australian writer and podcaster. She has worked in media for many years, currently for Channel Nine News, and formerly as a reporter for Channel Seven’s Today Tonight, as well as online news and radio. Chenée’s love of words is rivaled only by her love of dance. Combining the two, One Wrong Turn is her first novel.
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