Bunheads meets The Kicks in this second novel in a middle grade
trilogy from New York Times bestselling author, dancer, model, and
actress Maddie Ziegler!
After a successful first competition, twelve-year-old Harper is eager to
keep on making her mark in Dance Starz. But lately, she's having a bit
of "dancer's block." In her one-on-one with her teacher, Harper is
reminded that dancing isn't just about the spins and leaps; it's about
the emotion and passion for dancing, too. And lately, she hasn't felt
that Harper has been living up to her usual standards. Vanessa will be
choosing the first soloist to compete at the next competition for the
team, and suggests to Harper that she find a way to figure out how to
get that mojo back.
Thanks to a chance conversation, Harper joins the school musical. Not
only is this an opportunity to polish up her stage presence, but as the
newbie at school, Harper is excited to make some more friends.
But some of the teammates are not thrilled that Harper is doing
something besides the dance team. Plus, their biggest rivals, the
Belles, are looking to go toe-to-toe with them in the upcoming
competition--and both teams have something to prove. Harper realizes
that the musical, dance team, and school might be a little much. Can she
figure out how to find her balance--on-stage and off?