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Stardust By: Neil
Gaiman
Recommended
by: Iva G.P.
Plot:
Stardust is about a boy, Tristran, who falls in love with a girl in his
village. He is willing to do anything for this girl, so when she tells him to
find the star that had fallen, he does. This sets him off on an adventure in
which he discovers a whole new world that he knew nothing about before. Along
the way, Tristran also discovers new and fascinating things about himself and
his family.
Why read?
This book is actually really interesting, even though it involves magic
and a unicorn. The author makes you believe that you are part of the character's
world with his style of writing. The book is also a quick and easy read which is
rarely a bad thing. The movie Stardust is based on this book, so if you liked
the movie, you will also like the book even though there are some differences
between the two.
Recommended By:
Mallory H.
Plot:This
novel begins when Tristran Thorn, born out of wedlock, promises his love
Victoria Forester that he would catch the falling star they saw together. Nobody
in the town of Wall has ever crossed the gap to enter the magical land of
Faerie. Tristran courageously travels to Faerie to retrieve the fallen star for
his love. During his visit to Faerie Tristran meets many interesting creatures
and after a long search he finds the star he promised Victoria. Throughout his
adventure, Tristran demonstrates bravery and knowledge he never knew he
possessed. By the end of the novel, Tristran discovers new details about his
past and develops feelings he never thought possible.
Why read? This thrilling
novel brilliantly mixes our world with a fantasy world. Gaiman realistically
describes the emotions everyone feels in a setting that is magical and radiant.
The feelings in this novel are not unique, but Gaiman’s imaginative presentation
makes the novel worth reading over and over again.
Recommended By:
Christi H.
Plot:
Set in the Victorian period, though not as you may know it, Tristran
Thorn is asked to do the impossible: to retrieve a fallen star for the girl he
is trying to woo. As impossible as it may seem by our standards, it is more than
possible in the world of Faerie. Along the way Tristran encounters countless
villains, friends, and new adventures, which allow him to find the star and
himself.
Why read?
This romantic fantasy is filled with adventure and leaves not one dull
area to read. Neil Gaiman incorporates sarcasm and wit into the narration as
well as the characters themselves, making the novel comical and enjoyable. More
so, the descriptions aren’t long and drawn out, they’re vivid and place you in
the scene as if it’s happening before your eyes. Adventurous readers will love
the hearty scenes, and will also find themselves gushing over the incredibly
cute romance in the novel. As an all around superb story, it is no wonder that
it was turned into a blockbuster movie last summer.