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Fifteen-year-old Vanessa follows her sister to an elite ballet school and earns the lead in a production of The Firebird while trying to uncover why and how other lead dancers have disappeared. The plot contains sexual situations and violence. Book #1.
Quick Summary
Vanessa's journey into a prestigious ballet academy feels like stepping onto a stage where every move is watched, but the real drama unfolds behind the curtains when she realizes the lead dancers before her have vanished without a trace. As she lands the starring role in The Firebird, she can't shake the feeling that something sinister lurks beneath the school's glamorous fa ade, and she starts digging into the disappearances, uncovering secrets that are as dangerous as they are seductive. The story balances the intensity of a high-stakes mystery with the raw, competitive world of ballet, giving readers both heart-pounding suspense and a glimpse into the sacrifices dancers make. Parents should know the book contains occasional sexual situations and some graphic violence, so it's best suited for mature teens who can handle those themes. If you enjoyed the magical, atmospheric storytelling of The Night Circus but want something with a darker, more contemporary edge, this one will keep you turning pages.