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A review by 13rebecca13
Stargazer by Laurie Petrou
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Diana Martin didn't have the family life her neighbours, The Taylors had. She would often look into the huge Taylor family home and wish she could be a part of it. Her own parents paid her little attention but Aurelle Taylor, daughter of fashion designer Marianne Taylor had everything.
Following Diana's brother tragic death, Marianne invites Diana to their home and, following the admission of a secret, thus begins Aurelle and Diana's friendship.
Set in the 1990s, Petrou does an amazing job of setting the scene. We can feel their friendship develop slowly then upon moving to Rocky Battens University, it becomes obvious that this is a very intense and toxic relationship.
I felt so immersed in the novel from the parties, drugs and even the art room scenes. This is a short novel but every word has meaning. A great read.
Following Diana's brother tragic death, Marianne invites Diana to their home and, following the admission of a secret, thus begins Aurelle and Diana's friendship.
Set in the 1990s, Petrou does an amazing job of setting the scene. We can feel their friendship develop slowly then upon moving to Rocky Battens University, it becomes obvious that this is a very intense and toxic relationship.
I felt so immersed in the novel from the parties, drugs and even the art room scenes. This is a short novel but every word has meaning. A great read.