
Part of the The Shoe Books series
Two sisters face the stage's allure and rivalry in a dance school.
Orphaned sisters Rachel and Hilary move to London with their aunt, Cora, who runs a dance school. While Hilary shines in the troupe, Rachel struggles with dancing but discovers a hidden talent for acting. As tensions rise with Cora's daughter, Dulcie, Rachel must find her place on stage. Will she embrace her newfound passion or remain in the shadows? Dive into this classic tale of dreams, rivalry, and self-discovery.
A beautiful gift edition of the beloved classic about two orphan sisters and their newfound love of theater and dance. After losing their mother, Rachel and her adopted sister Hilary move in with their aunt, Cora Wintle. Cora runs a dancing school in London, and she thinks that Hilary would be perfect for her dancing troupe, Wintle’s Little Wonders! The only problem is that Hilary might be as good as Cora’s own precious daughter, Dulcie. Still, Cora is determined to make sulky Rachel and sprightly Hilary members of her dance troupe. But Rachel doesn’t want to be a Little Wonder! She can’t dance and feels silly in her the ruffly costume. Nothing seems to be going as planned, until Rachel discovers her talent for acting. . . . This classic children’s book is perfect for kids who dream of being on stage, whether it be dancing or acting. And don’t miss the other classic Noel Streatfeild titles, Ballet Shoes, Skating Shoes, and Theater Shoes!
Surprise a reader with their next favorite book.
Spotted a mistake or something missing? Improve this page.
Are you the author or illustrator? Claim your book.
Top contributors: Literary Leslie