This week, what's really got my pages in a twist is...
Publication
Date: August 11, 2020
Hardcover, 448 pages, HarperTeen
Genres:
YA, Fantasy, Paranormal
This gorgeously imagined YA debut
blends shades of Neil Gaiman's Stardust and a breathtaking landscape of Hindu
mythology into a radiant contemporary fantasy.
The daughter of a star and a
mortal, Sheetal is used to keeping secrets. Pretending to be
"normal." But when an accidental flare of her starfire puts her human
father in the hospital, Sheetal needs a full star's help to heal him. A star
like her mother, who returned to the sky long ago.
Sheetal's quest to save her father
will take her to a celestial court of shining wonders and dark shadows, where
she must take the stage as her family's champion in a competition to decide the
next ruling house of the heavens--and win, or risk never returning to Earth at
all.
Brimming with celestial intrigue,
this sparkling YA debut is perfect for fans of Roshani Chokshi and Laini
Taylor.
My Thoughts
This is a recent discovery, and a beautiful one. Star Daughter might be a cover buy more than anything, though I think the reviews look
pretty good so far. It’s also being compared to Neil Gaiman’s Stardust, which
is both a good book and a good movie. Plus, I don’t think I’ve read a single fantasy/paranormal
book about Hindu mythology. It could be the beginning of an awesome obsession.
What book are you
waiting for this Wednesday?
Oooo! Yes! This one does sound good. I am drawn to the Hindu mythology aspect as well. And it never hurts when a book is compared to one of Gaiman's. I hope this is as good as it sounds! And I hope you enjoy it when you read it! Have a good week and stay safe and well.
ReplyDeleteMe too! 😆
DeleteI've been waiting on this one for a long time it seems. Such a lovely cover.
ReplyDeleteIt's very pretty
DeleteOh nice! Seeing a lot of this one lately! I hope you enjoy it once you get to read it!
ReplyDeleteHere's my WoW
Have a GREAT day!
Old Follower :)
Thanks!
DeleteOooh! This cover is so beautiful! Great pick!
ReplyDeleteHere’s my WoW!
Ronyell @ Rabbit Ears Book Blog
Yep yep! It's lovely!
DeleteI don’t know much about Hindu mythology but I think this sounds so interesting and will be a great read!
ReplyDeleteMy CWW