Summary
A coming-of-age graphic novel following two dancers at a conservative performing arts school, exploring friendship, first love, and what it means to fall out of step with your own dreams.
Ana has been studying contemporary dance since she was little, but her heart isn’t in it anymore. Instead, her focus is on Carina—a beautiful, ambitious ballerina whose fear of being outed keeps Ana in the closet and their fragile relationship from seeing the light of day. Risking her own career, Ana…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781250838308 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1250838304 |
| Author: | Simina Popescu |
| Publisher: | Roaring Brook Press |
| Imprint: | Roaring Brook Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 304 |
| Release Date: | 11 February 2025 |
| Weight: | 646g |
| Dimensions: | 33mm x 228mm x 169mm |
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Critics Review
“While the complicatedly unrequited dynamics of both Ana and Sara’s relationships will be Relatable to any reader who has danced away a broken heart, their friendship is the truly resplendent pas-de-deux of this queer Eastern European coming-of-age story… be sure to pick up this debut graphic novel on its opening night.” –BCCB, starred review
“Rediscover the joy of dancing and explore how gender norms can be bent or broken. An ultimately hopeful portrayal of dance, coming of age, and being true to yourself.” –Kirkus, starred review
“Pivotal and transformative… . a fluidly illustrated work that gracefully captures the ups and downs of first love, ambition, and friendship.” –Publisher Weekly
“A sweet, queer coming-of-age story about listening to one’s self and navigating the complex world of friendships and romance.” –School Library Journal
“Beautifully expressive … in muted shades of gray and pink with the occasional brilliantly colored splash of dynamic dancing. A touching portrait of girls coming of age and forging their paths to the future. A touching portrait of girls coming of age and forging their paths to the future.” –Booklist
About The Author
Simina Popescu
Simina Popescu (they/she) is an author, illustrator, and cartoonist. They’re passionate about LGBTQIA+ representation in contemporary media and stories about queer friendship, intimacy and intense emotion. They live in Bucharest, Romania with a mean cat named Fredi. Leap is Simina’s debut graphic novel.
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