A review by mnimismemory
A Circle of Stars by Craig Montgomery

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

A Circle of Stars by Craig Montgomery is book one in The Stardust Duology. This is the first book I’ve read by this author and what a book it was…  it’s queer young adult fantasy filled with plenty political intrigue and romance. But at its core it’s a story of redemption… of becoming a hero that you’re destined to be. This book was so well written I found myself completely lost in the mystique. I read this book cover to cover before I even realized how much time had passed. The magic was described so well… you get powers based on your astrological sign. (How cool is that!?!) The world was and plot was astounding, I found myself trying to imagine how I would do in this world multiple times. 

The characters were fantastic, was a huge fan Casper felt so real to me, I felt like I could relate to him. Never feeling like you fit in anywhere; that really struck a chord with me. But then suddenly you meet someone and they give you a reason to fight…to live…a home. I was so invested in Casper and Helix and their fight to try and create a better world. This was such a solid fantasy book, I can’t wait to see what’s in store with book two!

Final review:

4 out of 5 stars