The Stars Beneath Our Feet by David Barclay Moore

The Stars Beneath Our Feet

David Barclay Moore

304 pages • first pub 2017 (editions)

fiction middle grade young adult emotional slow-paced
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A boy tries to steer a safe path through the projects in Harlem in the wake of his brother’s death in this outstanding debut novel that celebrates community and creativity.It’s Christmas Eve in Harlem, but twelve-year-old Lolly Rachpaul and his mo...

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Community Reviews Summary of 875 reviews

Moods

emotional 81%
hopeful 67%
reflective 51%
sad 39%
inspiring 30%
challenging 27%
tense 23%
dark 18%
lighthearted 11%
adventurous 9%
funny 9%
informative 4%

Pace

medium 67%
fast 20%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 87% | A mix: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 96% | It's complicated: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 16% | No: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 93% | It's complicated: 3% | No: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 73% | It's complicated: 13% | No: 13%

Average rating

3.87

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