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Synopsis
The first novel from Ben Okri for five years, with all the style and imagination that won him the Booker, now in paperbackStarbook tells the tale of a prince and a maiden in a mythical land where a golden age is ending. Their fragile story considers the important questions we all face, exploring creativity, wisdom, suffering and transcendence in a time when imagination still ruled the world. A magnificent achievement and a modern-day parable, Starbook offers a vision of life far greater than ourselves.
Is Starbook appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This literary fantasy parable explores deep philosophical themes about creativity, wisdom, and transcendence through the story of a prince and maiden. Content is gentle with minimal violence and no sexual content, making it appropriate for thoughtful teen readers.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language.
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Who'll love this
Teens who enjoy thoughtful, slower-paced stories exploring big questions about life and imagination will appreciate this mythical tale.