Nova in New York

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Pub Date 29 Jan 2019 | Archive Date 09 Jan 2019

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Description

Seventeen-year-old Nova Abbott grew up dancing barefoot in the backyard with her aunt Ivy, whose dreams of becoming a professional ballerina were cut short by cystic fibrosis. Nova is invited to attend a prestigious ballet school's summer intensive program. She is a bit overwhelmed by New York City: the bustle of people, the talent of the other dancers, the demands of the instructors and being separated from her beloved aunt, whose health is deteriorating rapidly. With a coveted apprenticeship up for grabs, Nova isn't sure she'll make it in the big leagues, and now she's not even sure she wants to.

Seventeen-year-old Nova Abbott grew up dancing barefoot in the backyard with her aunt Ivy, whose dreams of becoming a professional ballerina were cut short by cystic fibrosis. Nova is invited to...


A Note From the Publisher

Orca Limelights are high-interest stories aimed at middle schooler and teen reluctant readers with an interest in the performing arts. Topics include music, dance, theater, circus and magic. Visit orcabook.com for more info.
Nova in New York reading level 4.1.

Orca Limelights are high-interest stories aimed at middle schooler and teen reluctant readers with an interest in the performing arts. Topics include music, dance, theater, circus and magic. Visit...


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ISBN 9781459820296
PRICE CA$9.95 (CAD)
PAGES 112

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Featured Reviews

This is a great book for a middle school student or a high school student who doesn’t love reading (yet) or even for an upper level ESL student! This story is heavy on dance terminology, but explains each move so that even a non-dancer can understand it. Watching our main character Nova leave home where he dad and her aunt will be alone in order to pursue a dance opportunity in NYC is relatable for teens thinking about college or striking out on their own. Nova’s aunt Ivy was a dancer before she became sick with cystic fibrosis, and she is Nova’s biggest fan. Nova must decide if she can really focus on dancing or if she needs to be home to be with Ivy as her health declines. This was a great story with friendship, family, and dance that I would highly recommend giving a try,

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