Marie, Dancing

In "Dancing with Degas," 14-year-old Marie van Goethem finds joy in ballet amidst her family's struggles, tasked by her father's dying wish to keep them together. When renowned artist Edgar Degas offers her money to model for a sculpture, Marie faces the dilemma of posing nude while navigating the complexities of her impoverished home life. As she explores the wonders of Degas' studio, she resolutely seeks her own identity and independence, ultimately aspiring for true love while earning a living as a seamstress. Award-winning author Carolyn Meyer vividly brings to life Marie's story set in 1870s Paris, inspired by the iconic ballet figure immortalized by Degas.