Book One, Samson and Delilah Summary

The ballet Jory and Cindy dance for Bart's party is called "Samson and Delilah." The choreography of this ballet is what made Jory famous.

The party is in full swing and Bart coaxes Melodie into mingling with him while Jory dances. Joel disapproves of the party because of its extravagance and because of the skimpy costumes in the ballet. Jory's costume was a loin cloth and 16 year old Cindy wore a very seductive costume in keeping with the Samson and Delilah story. The legend is that Delilah seduced the strong Samson and cut off his hair — which he believed to be the source of his strength.

Melodie and Catherine are both surprised and pleased with Cindy's performance. Although she is not a professional dancer, she is doing well in the role. Catherine realizes that...