A review by sarah984
Star-Crossed by Barbara Dee

funny hopeful fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

This is a sweet middle grade book about a girl finding the courage to be herself. I liked that the romance wasn't too over the top, more about self-discovery. The voice was charming (the constant referencing of the fateful Darth Vader costume was so funny to me) and while not exactly a retelling, the parallels to Romeo and Juliet help to make the play more relatable to a younger audience. 
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