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Harley in the Sky by Akemi Dawn Bowman is a circus book that has an interesting concept. I haven’t read any of this author’s books yet, but I always hear great things. The life of a circus performer always intrigues me, especially the trapeze artist. I have a feeling that there is going to be quite an emotional element to this one, so it will definitely have to be accompanied by a box of tissues!
Harley in the Sky by by Akemi Dawn Bowman
Title: Harley in the SkyAuthor: Akemi Dawn Bowman
Publisher: Simon Pulse
Publication Date: March 10, 2020
Harley Milano has dreamed of being a trapeze artist for as long as she can remember. With parents who run a famous circus in Las Vegas, she spends almost every night in the big top watching their lead aerialist perform, wishing with all her soul that she could be up there herself one day.
After a huge fight with her parents, who continue to insist she go to school instead, Harley leaves home, betrays her family and joins the rival traveling circus Maison du Mystère. There, she is thrust into a world that is both brutal and beautiful, where she learns the value of hard work, passion and collaboration. But at the same time, Harley must come to terms with the truth of her family and her past—and reckon with the sacrifices she made and the people she hurt in order to follow her dreams.
Book Quotes: Harley in the Sky by Akemi Dawn Bowman
Stars shine their brightest in the dark. So take this opportunity, and supernova the shit out of it.
Don’t let (a chance) go to waste because the reality of your dreams isn’t as pretty as you’d imagined.
About Akemi Dawn Bowman
Akemi Dawn Bowman is the author of William C. Morris Award Finalist STARFISH, SUMMER BIRD BLUE, and HARLEY IN THE SKY. Her upcoming sci-fi series, THE INFINITY COURTS, is set to release in 2021, followed by her middle-grade debut, GENERATION MISFITS. A proud Ravenclaw and Star Wars enthusiast, she has a BA in social sciences from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. She currently lives in Scotland with her husband and two children. She is represented by Penny Moore of Aevitas Creative Management.
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Hi Olivia! This sounds really interesting, a trapeze artist of all things! Great pick. Hope you enjoy this one. I think you’ll need the tissues too – I love it when a book can make me cry – in a good way that is ! lol
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I do, too! I think it is going to be a good one! 🙂
The circus aspect definitely intrigues me, as does the family drama. Great choice!
Same! 🙂
This one’s on my TBR list as well. Great pick! You can check out my Wednesday post below.
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Ooh! I hope that we both enjoy it. 🙂
This one sounds super interesting!!! It’s not a book I would look at twice just because of the cover *hides* But the blurb sounds good!
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Ha! Well, I am glad that the synopsis has your attention. 😉
Circuses are such interesting settings. This sounds intriguing. I imagine it won’t be easy for her, but I hope she can make it work! I hope you enjoy this one! Have a great week.
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I agree! It shall be an interesting read. 🙂
This one is on my TBR as well! When I first heard about it, I just kept thinking about it, so I knew I had to add it to my ever-growing TBR pile! I hope you get the chance to read it when it comes out!
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Yay!! I hope that we both love it. 🙂
I’ve been wanting to try this author too and this book sounds like a good one to start with.
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I think so, too! 🙂
What an unique setting for a coming-of-age story. Thanks for highlighting. I’m a YA fantasy fan myself , but this might be interesting.
I agree! The setting is fantastic! 🙂
It looks and sounds really good. I hope you love it!
Thank you!
interesting premise
Wow, this story sounds great! The first book I read about trapeze artists in middle school has stayed one of my favorites- The Long Way Down by Robb White.
I have yet to give that one a try! 🙂
Wonderful recommendation, sounds like my kind of read.