The Stars and the Blackness Between Them by Junauda Petrus

The Stars and the Blackness Between Them

Junauda Petrus

320 pages • first pub 2019 (editions)

fiction contemporary lgbtqia+ magical realism young adult challenging emotional hopeful reflective fast-paced

Description

A Coretta Scott King Honor Book Told in two distinct and irresistible voices, Junauda Petrus's bold and lyrical debut is the story of two black girls from very different backgrounds finding love and happiness in a world that seems determined to de...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,931 reviews

Moods

emotional 96%
sad 64%
reflective 63%
hopeful 54%
inspiring 44%
challenging 26%
funny 11%
dark 9%
adventurous 7%
mysterious 6%
relaxing 6%
tense 5%
informative 4%
lighthearted 3%

Pace

medium 68%
slow 16%
fast 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 73% | A mix: 23% | Plot: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 96% | It's complicated: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 98%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 51% | Yes: 23% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 3%

Average rating

4.27

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