Brothers Have Talent, Too

Perfect Balance Gymnastics #4

by Melisa Torres

Alexis is the youngest sibling in a large Mormon family of five children. With four athletic brothers, it’s hard to stand out. Even gymnastics isn’t her own thing. Her brother, Drew, is a gymnast too. When her school announces a talent show Alexis decides this is her chance to shine. She asks her teammates at Perfect Balance Gymnastics Academy to be in the show with her. Together they work hard to create a dazzling gymnastics and dance routine. But Alexis’ plans are shattered when she learns her teammates aren't allowed in the show. What will she do? Teach the routine to friends at school? Perform a solo? Whatever she decides she must act fast. Alexis turns to her brothers for help. But do they have enough talent to help her stay in the show?

The Perfect Balance Gymnastics Series is a children's chapter book series. Perfect Balance Gymnastics Books teach girls to be kind to each other, flexible in life, courageous, strong, and most of all, confident. The books set the reader in the world of gymnastics. The characters are relatable and have age appropriate challenges. Each book explores a major life lesson that empowers girls to understand their own inner strengths.

172 pages, Paperback

First published December 5, 2017

About the author

Melisa grew up in San Jose, California where she trained at Almaden Valley Gymnastics Club for ten years. Melisa moved through the competitive Junior Olympic levels of USA Gymnastics. She then went on to compete for Utah State University. At Utah State Melisa was part of a record breaking team who won Big West Championships in 1996 and 1998. Melisa was also a two time Academic All-American and team captain.

At Utah State Melisa got her BS in Psychology and a minor in Literature.

​Melisa stays involved in gymnastics by occasionally coaching (as a sub) at local gyms and choreographing floor routines. She also loves following elite and college gymnastics.

Melisa lives in Utah and is a single mother to two active boys. Their favorite things to do together are skiing, swimming, going to the library, and dancing in the kitchen.

Reviews

[Melissa Killian · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another fun installment of the series, this time focused on Alexis. Her mom got on my nerves a lot, but I liked the story of her four older brothers coming together to help her out in the talent show. This one is less about gymnastics and more about the talent show and Alexis's family.

[Jane · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is my favorite so far!