Louisa The Ballerina

Nov 14, 2024 3:23 PM

Author:Adèle Geras

LOUISA'S SECRET

When Louisa's ballet class have to choose partners, her new neighbour Tony is the perfect choice. But Tony thinks ballet lessons are for wimps!

LOUISA IN THE WINGS

A Russian ballet company comes to town and Louisa is desperate to see them. She tries to raise the money for the tickets but it's all sold out! Can anyone help her?

A RIVAL FOR LOUISA

At first, Louisa doesn't like Phoebe, the new girl in her ballet class. But they soon find out they have more in common than they thought...

Reviews

Girls aged 8 or more, especially those who like ballet, would love to read it

—— Cork Evening Echo

Dougherty's plots and puns are energetic and page-turning, with some wacky illustrations helping the whole thing along.

—— John McLay , INK

A funny and clever introduction to the Greek myths for younger readers, accompanied by witty illustrations.

—— The Monkey Tree

This is a highly inventive book with beautiful monochrome illustrations that will appeal to young- and older- readers alike

—— Belfast Telegraph

A very readable paperback, full of fun.

—— NI4Kids

Shortlisted for Brandford Boase Award

—— Publishing News

Highly entertaining.

—— Narinder Dhami , Writing Magazine

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