Author Fiona Davis sets all her novels at NYC landmarks. This one is set at Radio City Music Hall, where we learn the history and inner-workings of the Rockettes. The bulk of the book is set in 1956, though it starts 37 years later, with an older Marion Brooks (protagonist).
In 1956, Marion was a dance teacher, just 19 yrs old. She and her sister Judy were raised by their single dad, after their mother was killed when they were 7 (Marion) and 10 (Judy).
Marion had a boyfriend, of whom her domineering dad approved. A marriage proposal was assured. But when Marion auditions for the Rockettes, her life gets turned upside down - in so many ways. Her dad hates that she has deviated from the plan he had in his head for her.
This book was a page turner, and Davis is a really good writer. There's danger. Romance. A strong woman character.
Without giving spoilers, I enjoyed finding out - after the book was done - how much of the book was historically true.
Highly recommend!
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