A review by sarah_cameron
Stardust by Neil Gaiman

adventurous funny mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated

3.75

This book was a wonderfully fun and whimsical fairytale that feels both modern and timeless. Not to be compared to the film adaptation - that is created largely with entertainment and laughs in mind - whereas the book is far more steady in pace and doesn’t hit peak climax or tense moments.

In line with this, the ending felt a little flat to me, but it was also very much in line with how many classic fairytales are told.

The world building was very well done, and a fun puzzle to unpack as you journey along. The characters were interesting and vibrant, though strong development is somewhat lacking. The writing was absolutely fantastic, the language and style was so well-suited to the tale it was telling.

On the whole this is a super fun read, definitely one I’ll come back to, and worth checking out!