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Label: Random House Manufacturer: Random House Publication Date: 1957 Publisher: Random House Studio: Random House Editorial Review: Product Description: Aunt Cora is determined to turn two orphans, perky Hilary and sullen Rachel, into members of her dance troupe. But Rachel wants to keep Hilary from being one of Wintle’s Little Wonders–is it selfishness or something else? Misunderstandings and a spoiled cousin combine for a tale full of high drama. Originally published in 1957. Average Rating:
 Rating:  - Dancing ShoesThe books are fun for young girls to read. I tough they were a little high for the size of the book. Rating: - old favoriteI never wanted to 'get into' dancing or acting as a child, but this book makes the world of a child theatrical performer (70 years ago) come alive. I read this so many times. It was just so entertaining. Great book! Rating: - Worth Reading"Ballet Shoes" is probably the most popular book in the "Shoes" series, but "Dancing Shoes" is also very good. It tells the story of two girls, Hilary and Rachel, who are training to become dancers on the stage. It is similar to "Ballet Shoes," but for anyone who enjoyed any of the other of the "Shoes" books it is worth reading. Rating:  - Good BookI've been wanting these books for years now. I'm glad I finally got 2 of them. They came very fast and I love them. Thanks. Rating: - More charm and fun in this installment of the Shoes booksDancing Shoes is a similar formula compared to Streatfeild's other books. After Rachel and Hilary's father dies, they are sent to live with their Aunt Cora, who owns a talent school and troupe. While Hilary is a very talented dancer, she wants nothing more than to have fun. Her sister, Rachel wants nothing to do with dancing, but she does want Hilary to go to the Royal Ballet School to study proper ballet, as her family and old dance teacher wished for, even though Hilary doesn't want to. So everyone, ... Read More |
