This engrossing new fiction series follows the fortunes and crises of a group of
students at an inner-city, multicultural ballet school as they contend with the
pressures of dancing, form friendships, and try to discover their place in the
world. The first book follows the journey of a boy dancer, Peter, as he struggle
s with being bullied by his peers over his passion and considers giving up balle
t, until a chance encounter with a dog and a famous footballer works to change h
is perspective. Touching on many of the concerns and interests that occupy child
ren in contemporary Britain, these stories will thrill, move and fascinate young
readers.
