The Stars Beneath Our Feet by David Barclay Moore

The Stars Beneath Our Feet

David Barclay Moore

304 pages • first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction middle grade young adult emotional slow-paced

Description

A boy tries to steer a safe path through the projects in Harlem in the wake of his brother’s death in this outstanding debut novel that celebrates community and creativity.It’s Christmas Eve in Harlem, but twelve-year-old Lolly Rachpaul and his mo...

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Community Reviews Summary of 720 reviews

Moods

emotional 85%
hopeful 68%
reflective 51%
sad 42%
challenging 28%
inspiring 25%
tense 20%
dark 17%
adventurous 11%
funny 8%
informative 5%
lighthearted 5%

Pace

medium 68%
fast 17%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 88% | A mix: 11%

Strong character development?

Yes: 96% | It's complicated: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 96% | It's complicated: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 7%

Average rating

3.86

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