Dance between the eggs

Dagmar Pecková's first book, *Ty vole se neříká* (You Don't Say That, You Twat), showed that the opera diva can write with the same sharpness and wit as she sings – her short pieces, in which she ironically and humorously took aim at the world of opera and life around us, won over thousands of readers. Now she's back with a standalone sequel, *Tanec mezi vejci* (Walking on Eggshells) – even more personal, open, and at times, provocatively Pecková. Dagmar Pecková writes about her childhood in Medlešice, Pioneer camps, the shock of the 1968 occupation, her beginnings at the conservatory, her first wedding night, and her encounters with the stars of the music world, as well as the embarrassing moments and triumphs that others would rather keep quiet. She effortlessly combines humour, self-reflection, and sincerity, creating a vibrant picture of a life that entertains, moves, and inspires. The title *Tanec mezi vejci* (Walking on Eggshells) is a metaphor for a life where one is forced to tread carefully to avoid breaking anything or offending anyone. Pecková confronts this cautiousness with detachment and decisiveness – and offers a book full of humour, charm, and freedom that you'll read in one breath, just as you listen to her unmistakable voice.