Sequins and Starlight

In London’s West End, where theatre lights blaze with promise, desire and ambition put two wary hearts to the ultimate test.


Ellie Lowery, former ballet prodigy turned international burlesque sensation, craves change and a professional challenge. By reinventing herself as a stage actress, she’ll not only escape the grind of constant touring—she can fulfill her late husband’s final wish. Her breakthrough role in a debut play provides the perfect fresh start, yet she’s reluctant to permanently retire her pointe shoes.


Corporate executive Dan Wheeler is instantly captivated by the alluring American who gained worldwide fame sashaying in cabarets. And, he soon discovers, there’s much more to appreciate than her beauty and charm and talent. But a visit to his ancestral home in the countryside reveals a significant obstacle to their future happiness. Dan assures Ellie that his father’s disapproval will eventually fade. But because she was married to someone whose parents never accepted her, she’s fully aware of the difficulties they will face.


An unexpected threat emerges from her past, with the potential to lower the curtain on her already troubled romance. Desperate to restore balance after a staggering betrayal, Ellie must decide whether ballet will once again serve as her sanctuary and solace.


An absorbing tale of artistic resilience, family loyalty, and the courage to defy expectations.


“In London, a talented dancer at a professional crossroads takes a romantic risk in Porter’s sequel to A Change of Location . . . Porter writes in a clear and appealing manner that makes the complicated world of dance accessible and attractive. … The complex relationships are engaging throughout, always keeping the reader hooked. A page-turning romance for those who adore the worlds of theater and dance.” Kirkus Reviews


“A companion follow-up to Margaret Porter’s invigorating novel A Change of Location . . . Porter’s juxtapositions of personalities and worlds are nothing short of exquisite . . . A compelling story . . . Immersive descriptions, strong characterization, and challenges.” Midwest Book Review