A review by bucketsjen
The Actual Star by Monica Byrne

adventurous emotional inspiring mysterious reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

The events of the novel take place across three periods in time, separated by thousands of years... but the events and the people are more connected than that would make it seem. 

This book is cerebral and spiritual. A strong aspect of the storytelling is not only the events themselves, but the archetypes and souls of the characters. I loved it, but it definitely makes you think (and feel). 

Ultimately, I think it's wonderful to imagine
that you're never going to be as alone as you feel
. 
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