A dark fantasy of ballet, betrayal and fire.

A sacred fire.
A stolen crown.
A ballerina betrayed.

Seventeen-year-old Silva was chosen by the gods to become Crown Ballerina, destined to lead her people, until the temple burned and everything she was promised was taken from her.

Cast aside and broken, Silva is forced to navigate forbidden magic, deadly rivals and dangerous secrets as she fights to reclaim her stolen future.

Set in a world of ritual, power and divine fire, Dancing with Fire is a dark fantasy where classical ballet collides with ambition, envy and betrayal. Told through multiple viewpoints, it explores obsession, identity and tragic love, and the cost of pursuing destiny in a world that demands sacrifice.

Perfect for readers who love the intensity of Throne of Glass, the darkness of Black Swan, and dark fantasy where ambition and obsession burn beneath the surface.

Praise for Dancing with Fire
“As a dancer myself, I absolutely loved the representation… the story grew with each page and led to a final climax that was so sad and so good.”
Five-star Goodreads reviewer

“Sharp as a stiletto to the chest and twice as elegant.”
Goodreads reviewer

“An absolute gem… elegant classical ballet meets dark fantasy.”
Amazon UK reviewer

Author: Zoe James Williams
Genre: Fantasy
Subgenre: YA Fantasy
Tropes: Chosen one / prophecy
Audience: Young Adult