Marie, Dancing
by Carolyn Meyer
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Author: Carolyn MeyerEdition: Paperback
Published: 2007-05-01
ISBN: 0152058796
Number of pages: 272
Reading Level: Young Adult
Publisher: Harcourt Paperbacks
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Book Review: Marie et Monsieur Degas
Summary: 4 Stars
A nice book, about the young dancer who posed for Degas' (in)famous statue, La Petite Danseuse de quartorze ans. Written by the prominent historical fiction writer for kids and teens, Carolyn Meyer, the trademarks of her writing weave sucessfully throughout the engrossing story she paints in Marie, Dancing. As is usual (and one of the things I like about Carolyn Meyer!), the book is based on history (Edgar Degas, and Mary Cassatt being the most famous characters you'll encounter,) and I actually learned quite a bit. I had no idea that Degas' model's name was actually known, let alone some details, however sparse, about her life as well. The afterword at the end is nice. Although the story isn't too "grabbing" and drags a bit at times, I greatly appreciated how some things DID turn out wrong, and there were no "happy surprises." It was a pleasant change from the usual cliche love stories. So while Marie, Dancing stands out among Carolyn Meyer's works, I still didn't enjoy it the way I enjoyed her books on royalty. Those were really quite nice, and I wish she'd write more! However I have one complaint about Carolyn Meyer's works. She always exaggerates the romance! There's always some kind of florid physical love theme lurking behind every couple in her books. She tends to overdo it with the kissing and hugging, I think. Not that there's anything graphic in any of her books, it's quite "clean", but I don't care for how in every single book there's some ridiculous romance. Of course I am a sucker for a good love story (or a not so good one!) so I really don't mind them, but I'm sure the books would be fine without them. Ah, but I've trailed of my topic now, haven't I? Well, simply read Marie, Dancing, see what you think. It made pleasant reading, passing the hours one summer day for me. I hope you find it equally enjoyable.
~E. Povroskaya
Summary of Marie, Dancing
Marie van Goethem, a fourteen-year-old ballet dancer in the Paris Op?ra, has led a life of hardship and poverty. For her, dancing is the only joy to counter the pain inflicted by hunger, her mother's drinking, and her selfish older sister. When famed artist Edgar Degas demands Marie's presence in his studio, it appears that her life will be transformed: He will pay her to pose for a new sculpture, and he promises to make her a star. But will being Degas's model really bring Marie all she hopes for?
Includes a reader's guide and an author's note.
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