This week's pre-publication "can't-wait-to-read" selection is:
By Varley O’Connor
Publication Date: May 8
From Amazon:
In the tradition of Loving Frank and The Paris Wife comes an unforgettable novel based on the life of George Balanchine’s fifth wife, a star ballerina whose career was cut short after she contracted polio at 26. Once author Varley O’Connor, the daughter of a polio survivor, came across the facts about Tanaquil (Tanny) Le Clercq, she could not get the story out of her mind. O’Connor dug deeper, reading countless articles and interviews, and watching hundreds of hours of documentaries and New York City Ballet footage to capture Le Clercq’s essence. The result is an evocative, compelling portrayal of the 17-year marriage between George Balanchine—the ballet master credited with creating an American style of dance—and his final wife.
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ooh. i'm intrigued by the cover and summary. great pick!
Wow, great pick! As a former dancer I'm definitely interested in this. Thanks for sharing!
I haven't read the books it compares it to, but am intrigued by the mention of Balanchine. Sounds good!
This sounds like an interesting read! I've been wanting to read The Paris Wife for a while now as well. :) Awesome pick!
You always find the most unusual reads!
Nice pick! It sounds really interesting!
That's an interesting pick. I'll have to look into it :)
Great pick, sounds very interesting, I hadn't heard of it. Thanks for sharing. :)
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This sounds interesting. I'm always up for a novel that has any element of music. Thanks for sharing!
Jez @ Jez's Bookcase
Oh, this does sound like a wonderful book...thanks for sharing.
Sounds interesting. I'm not one to read historical books but this sounds very intriguing. Awesome pick.
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I loved The Paris Wife - this one looks really good.
Interesting pick ;)
That sounds right up my alley.
Sounds interesting :)
Good pick! Sounds very interesting.
Wendy @ Escape Into Fiction
That sounds like a fantastic read. Thank you for sharing.
Sounds like a great pick!!
Looks like an interesting read!
Interestng pick - enjoy the read
That looks like a great book!!
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You always choose great books i've never heard of, great pick.
Great Pick! Five Wives...that's a lot! And to be struck down by polio at such a young age, that's tragic. I don't usually read biographies or nonfiction, but this one might be too interesting to pass up!
Heather
Great pick! I have always been fascinated by the world of professional ballet.
I love this kind of read...adding this one to my WishList :)
A great and interesting pick.
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Great choice, this sounds like a great read! :)
interesting need to look into it now.
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Based on the cover alone, I'm headed to Goodreads to add this to my list. Thanks! :)
oooh awesome pick :)
This one sounds very interesting! I'll add it to my TBR list!
Great storyline! Have a Happy New Year ;)
This sounds like an emotional read. Thanks for sharing!
The cover looks really nice! I can't wait to see your review on it =)
Interesting pick. I haven't read any by this author. Looking forward to your review.
I want it!!!!!!!!
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Your pick makes me curious Jill.
Check mine out when you have time. :D
TayteH @ Reading in Paradise.
Oh this sounds really great and love the cover. Adding to my TBR now. :)
Great pick! I can't figure out how to add my link to your linky! It says Your Next but it wont let me click it.
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