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First Position

First Position

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Sylvie Carter, a young dancer, has a list of rules for making it big in the ballet world. She meets Alessandro Russo, an Italian dancer, and they have an electrifying encounter that tempts her into the darkness she swore she'd left behind. This relationship will either be the making of her or cost her everything.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 04 January 2024
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers


Sylvie Carter, a young dancer with a burning passion for ballet, has a strict set of rules for success in the competitive world of the dance. She avoids drama, stays away from drugs, and refrains from indulging in dessert, all in the name of maintaining her reputation and avoiding scandal. However, when she meets the enigmatic Italian dancer Alessandro Russo, everything changes. Their electrifying encounter tempts her to break her own rules and delve into the darkness she had promised herself she would leave behind. As she succumbs to his allure, Sylvie questions whether this relationship will be her ticket to fame and success or her ultimate downfall.

Ballet is a cutthroat profession, and Sylvie knows that she cannot afford a scandal. She has worked tirelessly to achieve her goals and has built a reputation as a disciplined and talented dancer. But when Alessandro enters her life, he challenges everything she believes in. He tempts her with his passion, his intensity, and his willingness to push her boundaries.

At first, Sylvie is drawn to him. She finds herself falling deeper and deeper into his world, unable to resist his magnetic presence. But as the relationship progresses, Sylvie begins to realize the true cost of her actions. She is risking everything she has worked for, and she is not sure if she can survive the consequences.

As the tension between Sylvie and Alessandro grows, so does the danger. They are pursued by jealous rivals, who are willing to do anything to tear them apart. Sylvie is forced to confront her own demons and decide whether she is willing to sacrifice everything for love.

In the end, Sylvie must make a choice that will change her life forever. She must decide whether to follow her heart and risk everything or to stay true to her principles and protect the reputation she has worked so hard to build.

"Jealousy, pain, and dance set in the harsh world of elite ballet." This book is a dark and thrilling tale of passion, betrayal, and redemption. It will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page.

"It was dark, there were twists, it was hot!" This book is not for the faint of heart. It is filled with explicit and passionate scenes that will leave you breathless. If you are looking for a spicy, forbidden romance, this is the book for you.

"So risqué!" This book is not for the prudish or the faint of heart. It is a true testament to the power of love and the lengths that people will go to in order to be with the one they love.

If you are a fan of Ana Huang, Colleen Hoover, or Mia Sheridan, then you will love this book. It is a perfect blend of darkness, romance, and drama that will leave you wanting more. So, grab a copy of "Jealousy, Pain, and Dance" today and get ready to be transported to a world of passion, danger, and redemption.

Weight: 218g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008602574

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