Dancing in Red Shoes Will Kill You
Dancing in Red Shoes Will Kill You by Dorian Cirrone is a young adult fiction novel published by HarperCollins on February 1, 2005. This 224-page book explores the challenges faced by Kayla Callaway, a dedicated ballet student whose aspirations are put to the test when she is cast as an unattractive stepsister in her high school’s production of Cinderella. As Kayla grapples with her self-image and the realities of ballet, she confronts the harsh truth that her body type may not fit the traditional mold of a dancer.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into social themes surrounding self-esteem and self-reliance, particularly within the context of the performing arts. As Kayla navigates her disappointment and the unexpected arrival of ominous red pointe shoes, she is forced to confront not only her dreams but also the pressures and expectations placed upon her. This edition offers a poignant look at the intersection of ambition and body image, making it a relevant read for those interested in the complexities of adolescence and the pursuit of passion.
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I hadn’t really thought of my breasts as “problem breasts.” It made them sound like children who wouldn’t behave. No bra was going to keep these babies a secret. And those tips for the full-figured girl in the magazines? Please. Even NASA couldn’t design a tank suit to camouflage my proportions.
Kayla Callaway has been studying ballet since she learned to walk, and her heart is set on a future in the dance world. She’s sure she’ll get a solo part in Cinderella, the spring ballet at her high school.
But when the parts are finally posted, Kayla is shocked that she’s only landed a role as a stepsister –– and an ugly one, at that! The brutal truth: Ballet and big boobs don’t mix. Suddenly Kayla’s dream for the future has become a real-life fractured fairy tale.
To make matters worse, bloodred pointe shoes with threatening messages start popping up all over school. When Kayla learns that she’ll be wearing red pointe shoes in the ballet, she wonders if the messages are meant for her. But who are they from? And more important — what do they mean?
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