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Stella by Starlight

By: Sharon M. Draper
Narrated by: Heather Alicia Simms
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2016 Audie Award Finalist for Middle Grade

When the Ku Klux Klan makes an unwelcome reappearance in Stella's segregated southern town, bravery battles prejudice in this Depression-era tour de force from Sharon Draper, the New York Times best-selling author of Out of My Mind.

Stella lives in the segregated South - in Bumblebee, North Carolina, to be exact about it. Some stores she can go into. Some stores she can't. Some folks are right pleasant. Others are a lot less so. To Stella, it sort of evens out, and heck, the Klan hasn't bothered them for years. But one late night, later than she should ever be up, much less wandering around outside, Stella and her little brother see something they're never supposed to see, something that is the first flicker of change to come, unwelcome change by any stretch of the imagination. As Stella's community - her world - is upended, she decides to fight fire with fire. And she learns that ashes don't necessarily signify an end.

©2015 Sharon M. Draper. All rights reserved. (P)2014 Simon & Schuster, Inc. All rights reserved. Difficult Discussions Growing Up & Facts of Life Historical Fiction Literature & Fiction Social & Life Skills
Engaging Storyline • Vivid Descriptions • Superb Narration • Realistic Portrayal • Engaging Voice Acting
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I throughly enjoyed it but I wish the author told us about what happened when the Dr. Found out that Stella saved his daughter...

Great Book

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Such a beautifully and tragic story of an 11 year old girl growing up with presence of the KKK and the impact it has on her African American family and community. My 10 year
Old daughter and I loved reading it together and opened up some great conversations. Must read for any middle grade reader and up!

Great story

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was sad but that is how life you to be Sharon M Draper captured the emotions of the character perfectly.

awsome

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this book was a great book.and Heather Alicia Simms is a great narrarator I really enjoyed this story

beautifully written

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Really enjoyed the narration.
story line was well arranged and easy to follow. especially appreciate that it was voud of cursing and sex! nice clean yarn.

Heartwarming!

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A powerful story of a courageous going girl facing the Klan during the Depression era. #tagsgiving #sweepstakes

Powerful

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This story’s main character is Stella coming to her own understanding about Southern life and her abilities. Some of the main themes are racism/injustice in the south, and bravery. The author does a fine job of keeping the reader interested in the story with descriptive language that allows the reader to feel as if they could imagine the story setting & character dilemmas. Stella’s raw vulnerabilities are revealed throughout the story . She is a brave girl! Many of the scenes and language helped me to remember my childhood in the South and be warmly connected to the story. Although racism is a theme, the characters are developed in such a way that the reader remains hopeful about the goodness of others and a brighter future. Quick read for anyone.
The audible version was quite good because Heather Simms was able to change her voice to sound like (I’d imagine ) the characters in this historical & geographical period! Well done!

Hopeful about the future

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My eleven year old son had suggested we listen to this wonderful gem of a book on a recent car ride to Wisconsin from North Carolina. We all enjoyed the book and the narration is just amazing. Clear concise and Sharon adds perfect details to capture the moment. We all enjoyed the singing and the entire story. Thank you. You will certainly enjoy it too!

A great story for all ages

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Great story of perseverance. Well acted and well told. I would recommend it to any and all...no matter your age.

Powerful story

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This book is so good and interesting you get to really know the characters! A M A Z I N G!!!!

Amazing

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