Nova in New York

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, 

Thank you NetGalley for an early copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review.