Breaking Pointe
by
Chenée Marrapodi
Publication date: 2nd July 2024
Genre: Tween 10 - 14 years
Pages: 288
RRP: AU$17.99 (paperback)
Source: courtesy of the publisher
Review: Breaking Pointe
Breaking Pointe is an inspiring story about friendship, dancing and holding onto your dream.
Breaking Pointe is the second book by Chenee Marrapodi featuring the students of the Perth Ballet Academy. The first book is titled One Wrong Turn.
Valentina is worried that her parents can't afford the dance fees and she may have to give up her dream.
Amelia is not coping, she is tired and can't seem to focus. When she collapses and is rushed to hospital a Type 1 diabetes diagnosis shatters her world. Will she have to give up dancing?
Marrapodi includes themes of cultural differences, the pressure of elite dancing and the complexity of friendships when they are in competition against each other.
I loved that Chenee Marrapodi portrays the type1 diagnosis so accurately. From the point of view of Amelia who felt like it was a life ending diagnosis to the point of view of her parents who fretted, panicked and over reacted. Having an adult child with T1 I could relate to it all.
Breaking Pointe is an invaluable resource, not only for children who have been diagnosed with T1 but also their friends and teachers.
Breaking
Pointe is a story that teaches empathy and understanding about cultural
differences and living with a chronic condition.
Breaking Pointe will be particularly enjoyed by girls and boys who love to dance.
My rating 4 / 5 🩰🩰🩰🩰
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