7th June 2012, Puffin
282 pages, Hardback
Review copy
Themes:
life in a big family, trials of divorce & step-families,
sisterhood, obsession, taking comments & concepts too far, anorexia,
ballet school, harsh realities of competition & mental stability in
the ballet world, losing yourself, new friendship from unexpected
people, some teen romance, few occasions of drinking & smoking, lots
of tissues needed
Summary from Puffin
Summer has always dreamed of dancing, and when a place at ballet school comes up,
she wants it so badly it hurts.
Middle school ends and the holidays begin, but unlike her sisters, Summer has no time for
lazy days and sunny beach parties. The audition becomes her obsession, and things start
spiralling out of control . .
Nayuleska's thoughts
Although
I've read books by Cathy, I hadn't read any of the Chocolate Box
series. It's incredible! Seriously, there are so many issues covered in
the bool in a realistic fashion. Summer's family life isn't easy. There
are all personality types in it. Honey is quite a madam but her love is
shown at the end. I wanted to hug Skye for being such a sweetheart with
Summer, for understanding how hard food is for her.
Often I'm not
interested in the romance side of books, but I feel the one who ends up
with Summer is perfect for her. He's astute, is always around especially
when she wants to be alone. The gifts he gave her in several places
made me cry, because he proved he really knows and cares for her. I was
surprised 2/3 through the book by an event, so was relieved when it
worked out for the best. Having had a burn out in life several years
ago, I empathised with the pressure Skye put on herself. I'm eager to
read more about these sisters, whose stories have made this book a 10/10
read.
You can find out more on Cathy's website.
Suggested read
Definitely check out other books by Cathy, such as Angel Cake
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