![]() ![]() From an early age, while still an orphan in Africa, she happened to come across a copy of Dance Magazine featuring prima ballerina, Magali Messac on the cover. What is most magical about Michaela’s story is the fact that she didn’t pursue ballet on a whim. You will wince, cry, rejoice, and clap for Michaela as she takes you from life in Africa through her escape from war-torn Sierra Leone to meeting her amazing adoptive parents and building a new home in the United States where her dream of studying ballet comes true. Without giving away too much, let me prepare you. TAKING FLIGHT is Michaela DePrince’s true story written in her own words-with help from her adopted mom-about her harrowing journey from war orphan to world class ballerina. And what a story! TAKING FLIGHT is one of those rare books that you will want every kid (and adult!) in the world to read, especially those kids who need a seed of hope. I don’t generally write book reviews unless I have a strong urge to share a good book. Posted Octoby amob & filed under Michaela DePrince with Elaine DePrince, Sierra Leone, Uncategorized. Book Review: TAKING FLIGHT by Michaela DePrince with Elaine DePrince ![]()
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