Content levels
Trigger warnings
Hero archetypes
Heroine archetypes
Protagonist archetypes
Themes
Synopsis
And as streams of light fan out behind the darkened sun like the wings of a butterfly, I realize that I never saw real beauty until now. At Moon Shadow, an isolated campground, thousands have gathered to catch a glimpse of a rare and extraordinary total eclipse of the sun. It's also were three lives are about to be changed forever: Ally likes the simple things in life--labyrinths, star-gazing, and comet-hunting. Her home, the Moon Shadow campground, is a part of who she is, and she refuses to imagine it any other way. Popular and gorgeous (everybody says so), Bree is a future homecoming queen for sure. Bree wears her beauty like a suit of armor. But what is she trying to hide? Overweight and awkward, jack is used to spending a lot of time alone. But when opportunity knocks, he finds himself in situations he never would have imagined and making friends in the most unexpected situations. Told from three distinct voices and perspectives, Wendy Mass weaves an intricate and compelling story about strangers coming together, unlikely friendships, and finding one's place in the universe.
Is Every soul a star appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
A gentle, character-driven story about three middle schoolers finding friendship and themselves during a solar eclipse. Addresses body image and self-esteem issues with sensitivity and no mature content.
What to know going in
This book has no graphic violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include body image issues.
Who'll love this
Three kids with totally different lives come together at a campground during a once-in-a-lifetime eclipse and discover unexpected friendships.