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Stargirl

By Jerry Spinelli
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In Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli, a unique and unconventional teenage girl named Stargirl captivates her high school in Arizona with her eccentricities and kindness, leaving a profound impact on fellow student Leo Borlock. As the novel unfolds, Leo is drawn to her distinct individuality, but he must navigate the challenges that Stargirl's nonconformity brings to his life and the school community. The story explores themes of identity, peer pressure, and the courage it takes to be different.
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Stargirl

Before ELEANOR AND PARK, there was STARGIRL. The seminal life-affirming YA novel celebrating first love and self-acceptance - now in a beautiful new edition for the next generation of readers.

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Soon to be an original film on Disney+ streaming service!

Before Eleanor and Park, there was Stargirl. The seminal life-affirming YA novel celebrating first love and self-acceptance - now in a beautiful new edition for the next generation of readers.

She's as magical as the desert sky. As mysterious as her own name. Nobody knows who she is or where she's from. But everyone loves her for being different. And she captures Leo's heart with just one smile.

Stargirl is a classic of our time that celebrates being true to ourselves and the thrill of first love. A life-changing read that touches souls of all ages.

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Jerry Spinelli's Stargirl is lauded for its creativity and insight into the teenage mind, offering a blend of thought-provoking narrative and magical storytelling. Critics highlight its exploration of themes like individuality and loyalty, while commending its ability to pose searching questions about friendship and self-identity. It is an engaging and emotionally resonant tale that leaves a lasting impression.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781408341025

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 April 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orchard Books

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 241g

Pages: 272

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Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Jerry Spinelli Young Adult

About the Author

Jerry Spinelli has won the Newbery Medal for children's literature. He lives in Norristown, Pennsylvania.

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