Emily Arnold Mccully

The world's most famous high-wire walkers are heading to America! Mirette and the Great Bellini have accepted a thrilling invitation to perform their daring act right over the roaring waters of Niagara Falls. But the moment they arrive in New York, they discover a shocking surprise. A rival showman is trying to steal their spotlight with a dangerous trick. To save their performance, Mirette and Bellini must rely on their incredible balance and bravery. Thankfully, they have a new friend on their side. A young immigrant boy named Jakob has uncovered the imposter's secret, giving the legendary duo exactly what they need to succeed. Join Mirette and Bellini on an unforgettable journey across the ocean and into the sky. With teamwork, courage, and a little bit of help from a friend, they are ready to show the world what true skill looks like. Step right up for a soaring adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Mirette and the Great Bellini are taking Europe by storm! As a master wire-walking team, they travel from city to city, dazzling crowds with their breathtaking balance and daring routines. Up on the wire, Mirette feels as free as a bird soaring through the clouds. But the world on the ground is far more complicated. When they travel to perform in St. Petersburg, they discover a city simmering with unrest. After Bellini is suddenly thrown into prison, Mirette's world is turned upside down. To save her mentor and closest friend, she must attempt the most terrifying and dangerous performance of her entire life. Join these beloved acrobats for a thrilling sequel filled with suspense, loyalty, and heart. Discover how true bravery means stepping out onto the wire, even when everything is on the line.

Life in a bustling Parisian boardinghouse is always busy, but everything changes for young Mirette when a mysterious, quiet stranger rents a room. One afternoon, she catches him performing an impossible trick, calmly walking on air across the courtyard. Amazed, she begs him to teach her his incredible balancing skills. Mirette soon discovers that this sad-faced man is actually the Great Bellini, a world-famous wire-walker who has been frozen by a sudden, terrible fear. As Mirette practices tirelessly on the wire, she realizes that learning to balance is only half the battle. Now, it is up to this brave, determined little girl to help her master find his courage once again. Soar above the rooftops of nineteenth-century Paris in this breathtaking story of friendship, trust, and the power of facing your deepest fears.