Skating Shoes

The heat of competition puts a friendship on thin ice. Discover the second book in Noel Streatfeild's beloved Shoes series.

Harriet has spent a lot of time being sick. To regain her strength, her doctor suggests an unusual idea: ice skating.

Lalla is already a beautiful skater. Her aunt has raised her to be a champion.

When the two girls meet on the rink, they quickly become inseparable. But as Harrier's skating skills increase, so does the pressure on Lalla to be perfect. Could being the best come at the cost of staying friends

Noel Streatfeild's timeless Shoe Books have charmed generations. Lace up the celebrated skating shoes and glide into a story about fast friendships, big dreams, and the bravery it takes to shine on and off the ice.

Author(s): Noel Streatfeild
Publisher: Yearling
Published: 11/15/1982
Pages: 304
Binding Type: Paperback
Size / Weight: 7.6 in H | 5.2 in W | 0.7 in T | 0.5 lb Wt
ISBN: 9780440477310


About the Author

Noel Streatfeild was born on Christmas Eve 1895. From an early age she was drawn to the stage. After studying at the Academy of Dramatic Art, Noel spent most of the 1920s traveling with various acting troupes throughout Great Britain, South Africa, and Australia. In the 1930s she turned her attention to writing for adults and children, starting with Ballet Shoes. Many of her books were inspired by her devotion to the performing arts. She died in 1986 at the age of ninety.