No Ballet Shoes in Syria

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Winner of the Books Are My Bag Readers Award



Aya is eleven years old and has just arrived in Britain with her mum and baby brother, seeking asylum from war in Syria.



When Aya stumbles across a local ballet class, the formidable dance teacher spots her exceptional talent and believes that Aya has the potential to earn a prestigious ballet scholarship.



But at the same time, Aya and her family must fight to be allowed to remain in the country, to make a home for themselves and to find Aya's father - separated from the rest of the family during the journey from Syria.



With beautiful, captivating writing, wonderfully authentic ballet detail, and an important message championing the rights of refugees, this is classic storytelling - filled with warmth, hope and humanity.



"Wise and kind and unputdownable." - Hilary McKay, Costa Book Prize-winning author of The Skylarks' War



"A perfect balance of tragedy and triumph." - Natasha Farrant, author of The Children of Castle Rock



"A moving story about one of the big issues of our time, told with wonderful clarity, and incredibly touching." - Axel Scheffler, illustrator of The Gruffalo



"A moving, textured story ... Ballet Shoes for the 21st century" - The Times

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Authors:
Bruton, Catherine
Year Published:
2019
Country of Publication:
United Kingdom
Format:
Paperback
ISBN:
9781788004503
Number of Pages:
272
Place of Publication:
London
Publication Date:
25/04/2019
Publisher:
Nosy Crow Ltd
SKU:
9781788004503

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