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A review by conpierre
The Girl with Stars in Her Eyes by Xio Axelrod
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I thoroughly enjoyed this story. I love a good second-chance romance story but adding musicians and a girl rock band as the bulk of the story made it a must-read for me!
Toni Bennett didn’t have the easiest childhood. She had a mother who was more interested in being a star than being a mom and a dad who was forced to deal with a daughter unexpectedly and who seemed to have no interest in doing any actual raising of her. The only bright spot for Toni growing up came in the shape of her best friend Sebastian Quick. The pair connected over their love of music and had big plans to save money and escape their small town together. But out of nowhere, Seb leaves town without a word and never looks back leaving Toni heartbroken and confused.
Fast forward eight years later and Toni finds herself auditioning as a stand-in guitarist for a girl rock band, The Lilys when she runs into their “manager” who happens to be her former bestie, Seb.
If you love music, second-chance romance, and girl power then this is the book for you! I have to say that my favorite part of the book has to be exploring the group and its dynamics. Each member had such a distinct personality and I just wanted to read more about every one of them! I’m excited to read the rest of the series and see what the ladies get up to!
Toni Bennett didn’t have the easiest childhood. She had a mother who was more interested in being a star than being a mom and a dad who was forced to deal with a daughter unexpectedly and who seemed to have no interest in doing any actual raising of her. The only bright spot for Toni growing up came in the shape of her best friend Sebastian Quick. The pair connected over their love of music and had big plans to save money and escape their small town together. But out of nowhere, Seb leaves town without a word and never looks back leaving Toni heartbroken and confused.
Fast forward eight years later and Toni finds herself auditioning as a stand-in guitarist for a girl rock band, The Lilys when she runs into their “manager” who happens to be her former bestie, Seb.
If you love music, second-chance romance, and girl power then this is the book for you! I have to say that my favorite part of the book has to be exploring the group and its dynamics. Each member had such a distinct personality and I just wanted to read more about every one of them! I’m excited to read the rest of the series and see what the ladies get up to!