Books like Every soul a star by Wendy Mass
At Moon Shadow Campground, a rare total eclipse brings thousands together, yet it is the experience of three unlikely friends that truly transforms lives. Ally, who treasures simple joys like star‑gazing, finds her place among the stars. Bree, admired for her beauty, hides a deeper story behind her confident façade. Jack, small in stature and accustomed to solitude, meets unexpected opportunities that turn strangers into companions. Written from each character’s distinct perspective, Wendy Mass explores how friendship, self‑discovery, and the awe of a solar eclipse help the teens carve their own roles in the universe.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Coming of Age/Teen Coming of Age
Authors: Wendy Mass
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