Overview
The Dance of the Dolls tells the story ofĀ identical twin ballerinas rehearsing forĀ CoppĆ©liaĀ at the recently opened Sadlerās Wells Theatre. Superficially, even their differences are complementary: Olivia aspires to be the perfect ballerina whileĀ ClaraĀ is rebellious and independent.Ā ClaraĀ takes up a relationship with the bohemian and passionate Nathan, a pianist at the theater. Meanwhile, OliviaĀ is unaware that sheĀ has cast a spell on another frequent visitor to Sadlerās Wells: Samuel, a bashful apprentice ballet shoemaker who steals into the building as often as he can to watch her dance.Ā But as the sisters rehearse, danger lurks.Ā The story ofĀ CoppĆ©liaĀ and the dancing doll threatens to become a dark and sinister reality.Ā Olivia becomes jealous of Nathanās adoration of Clara, while Clara discovers that being adored can feel suffocating. Samuel dreams of being recognized by Olivia and wonders how far he would go to achieve his goal,Ā while Nathan, a musical child prodigy, struggles to adapt to adulthood and begins to blur the lines between reality and his dark fantasy world . . .
This book title, The Dance of the Dolls, ISBN: 9781454956938, by Lucy Ashe, published by Union Square & Co. (September 10, 2024) is available in paperback. Our minimum order quantity is 25 copies. All standard bulk book orders ship FREE in the continental USA and delivered in 4-10 business days.
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