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The Turnout by Megan Abbott
3.0

3.5 stars

After inheriting a prestigious ballet school because of a life-changing accident, Marie, Dara and Charlie take over the school classes and carryover their mother’s legacy

This story is unique and unexpected. I have read none of the author's books before, so I went in blind with no expectations

It's a captivating novel overall. It looks like a very easy and shiny sparkling story of ballet dancers, but the author has created a world much more real and raw in some aspects that aren't easy to see in the eyes of the outsiders. The hard work and effort that a ballet dancer will work for all their life is always admirable.

I wasn't expecting to see so much erotic elements in here, but don't think it's a bad thing. Contrary, it's done so well that I actually had to stop and get a hold of what I’m actually reading. The author has a gift with her words that entice you unexpectedly.

Overall, I enjoyed this story, but I also know that it's not for everyone. I will recommend it to everyone that wants to go out of their comfort zone and try something different.

Very grateful to the publisher @viragopress