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Women dancers -- Juvenile fiction Books
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Roy J. (Roy Judson) Snell
The Magic Curtain A Mystery Story for Girls
"The Magic Curtain" by Roy J. Snell is a mystery story for young readers written in the early 20th century. The plot centers around a beautiful French boy named Pierre Andrews, who secretly dreams of becoming a great opera singer. As he navigates the world of wealth and glamour at the grand opera house, he becomes embroiled in a theft involving a diamond necklace, leading to a series of adventures filled with suspense and exploration of identity. The opening of the book introduces readers to the ominous atmosphere of an empty opera house at night, where Pierre, unassuming and delicate, is on the periphery of the upper-class events around him. Intrigued by the opulence he witnesses, he finds himself entwined in a theft he did not commit, and instead of fleeing, he contemplates remaining in the shadows. Following his escape from the ensuing chaos, Pierre's dilemma is further complicated by a friendship with the strong-willed Florence Huyler, who is determined to help him navigate this unexpected journey, revealing themes of aspiration, courage, and the intersections of social classes. As the narrative unfolds, readers will follow his exploits in disguise and the quest for truth amid mystery.
Roy J. (Roy Judson) Snell
The Golden Circle A Mystery Story for Girls
"The Golden Circle" by Roy J. Snell is a mystery story for girls written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Petite Jeanne, a young and hopeful dancer who believes in her "luck" and seeks a way to succeed in the competitive world of performance in America after her dreams have been disrupted by the closure of a theater she worked with. Her journey involves her friends, including a physical director named Florence, as well as encounters with intriguing characters and the challenges they face. The opening of the story introduces us to Petite Jeanne as she eagerly welcomes "Friday the thirteenth" as her "luckee day," despite the superstitions surrounding it. We witness her unyielding optimism and her whimsical nature as she prepares to dance at dawn, despite the harsh realities of her present circumstances. Early on, Jeanne is pursued by a frightening figure from her past, a gypsy man whom she recognizes as a potential threat due to her previous association with the Bihari Tribe. In her desperate attempt to evade him, she accidentally lands herself in a strange basement, where she meets Merry Murphy, who will soon become her friend and ally. As the plot unfolds, it hints at a burgeoning adventure filled with mystery, friendship, and the quest for artistic significance amidst adversity.
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