In 1775, young Marie lives in Paris and dreams of becoming a ballerina. But her family is of modest means and her future is set–convent school, marriage, and children–unless she can find a wealthy patron to sponsor her. One special evening, a surprise audition in a most exciting and original place changes Marie’s destiny.

Related: France, Historical Fiction, Primary (ages 6-9)

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• ISBN: 9780689811395
• Author: Kudlinski, Kathleen V.
• Published: 1996, Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing
• Themes: Ballet, Dance, Dream, Paris
• Descriptors: France, Historical Fiction, Primary (ages 6-9)
• No. of pages: 72