When I first got the book I was so exited when I first got the book, then I shared it with my family. It made me think of my friend across the street. It is so shocking. You should read the book. I think you will like it.

Though the cover on this book is not very great, the book really is. Alyssa has to make the decision between studying for her conformation and doing ballet. To find out what Alyssa chooses to do, read: Pink Slippers, Bat Mitzvah Blues by: Ferida Wolff.

Alyssa has to make a huge decision: Visit a very, very sick friend and be thrown out of the Nutcracker, or don't miss her rehearsal and perform in the Nutcracker. Which will she choose? What would you choose? This book teaches you the importance of friendship.