Astonish Me
by Maggie Shipstead
Astonish Me by Maggie Shipstead holds a well received rating of 3.57 out of 5, based on 7.5K reader ratings. First published in 2014. The book spans 261 pages.
About Astonish Me
Astonish Me is the irresistible story of Joan, a ballerina whose life has been shaped by her relationship with the world-famous dancer Arslan Ruskov, whom she helps defect from the Soviet Union to the United States. While Arslan's career takes off in New York, Joan's slowly declines, ending when she becomes pregnant and decides to marry her longtime admirer, a PhD student named Jacob. As the years pass, Joan settles into her new life in California, teaching dance and watching her son, Harry, become a ballet prodigy himself. But when Harry's success brings him into close contact with Arslan, explosive secrets are revealed that shatter the delicate balance Joan has struck between her past and present.In graceful, inimitable prose, Shipstead draws us into an extraordinary world, and the lives of her vivid and tempestuous characters. Filled with intrigue, brilliant satire, and emotional nuance, Astonish Me is a superlative follow-up to Shipstead's superb debut.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Maggie Shipstead |
| Published | 2014 |
| Pages | 261 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Chick-lit, Romance |
| Average Rating | 3.57 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 7,504 |
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What genre is Astonish Me?
Astonish Me is categorized as Fiction, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Chick-lit. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is Astonish Me worth reading?
Based on 7.5K reader ratings, Astonish Me has an average score of 3.57 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Astonish Me?
Astonish Me has 261 pages.
Who wrote Astonish Me?
Astonish Me was written by Maggie Shipstead. It was first published in 2014.
What is the ISBN for Astonish Me?
The ISBN-13 for Astonish Me is 9780307962900.0.
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