Mirette on the High Wire

Summary

In a Paris boardinghouse, a spirited girl named Mirette discovers that a quiet guest is the famous wire walker Bellini, now frozen by fear, and she begs him to teach her his art. As Mirette masters the high wire, she helps Bellini conquer his own terror, and courage passes between teacher and student. McCully's airy watercolors evoke nineteenth century Paris and the daring world of street performers, framing a story about mentorship, bravery, and finding your gift.