The Stars and the Blackness Between Them by Junauda Petrus

The Stars and the Blackness Between Them

Junauda Petrus

312 pages first pub 2019 (editions)

fiction lgbtqia+ romance young adult challenging emotional hopeful reflective fast-paced
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A Coretta Scott King Honor Book Told in two distinct and irresistible voices, Junauda Petrus's bold and lyrical debut is the story of two black girls from very different backgrounds finding love and happiness in a world that seems determined to de...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,483 reviews

Moods

emotional 95%
reflective 65%
sad 63%
hopeful 54%
inspiring 47%
challenging 27%
funny 12%
dark 10%
adventurous 7%
mysterious 6%
relaxing 6%
tense 6%
informative 4%
lighthearted 3%

Pace

medium 68%
fast 16%
slow 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 71% | A mix: 26% | Plot: 2%

Strong character development?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 96% | It's complicated: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 98% | It's complicated: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 51% | Yes: 22% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

4.28

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