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STARLIGHT AND MOONSHINE

by Hannah’s death: her husband, James\u003B her adult children, Mary, Colleen, and Jack\u003B and her sister\u002Din\u002Dlaw, Adelaide. Jack seems to be the favorite among everyone in the family: “It’s not right to love one more than the others, but all mothers do really, no matter what they say,” Hannah says in a flashback of sorts. Addy imagines him a “leading actor in a movie,” but he spends his days cleaning the surgical intensive care unit at a local hospital, which is viewed as a waste of his talents. He spends his evenings napping, seemingly waiting for his grief to pass. Colleen, the middle child, is an aspiring chef working as a bank teller to save money for culinary school. Her mother’s death affects her the most traditionally, and she spends the days after the tragedy crying relentlessly. Mary, the eldest, yearns for the body of her new fling, Roman, wanting to be anywhere but home. James spends his days and nights avoiding his children, seemingly too stricken with grief to interact with his family. James’ sister Addy lacks empathy, failing to understand why so much has changed in the aftermath of Hannah’s death. “And then she starts with the waterworks again, feeling sorry for herself like she’s the only one ever lost a mother,” she thinks harshly about Colleen. Each character is united in free fall, searching for whatever’s next, linked by a sadness that’s nearly palpable."

Book Details

Publisher:Of
Published:2024-01-01
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:9781953002

Reading Info

Age Range:12-18

About This Book

This vibrant collection of bedtime poetry weaves together celestial imagery and gentle rhythms to create the perfect literary lullaby for young readers. Each verse explores the magic of nighttime, fr...

Our Review

This vibrant collection of bedtime poetry weaves together celestial imagery and gentle rhythms to create the perfect literary lullaby for young readers. Each verse explores the magic of nighttime, from twinkling constellations to sleepy moonbeams, using language that's both accessible and beautifully crafted. The poems range from whimsical explorations of starry skies to cozy reflections on bedtime routines, making this anthology ideal for shared reading before sleep. Parents seeking quality children's poetry will appreciate how these verses introduce literary devices while maintaining a soothing, dreamlike quality.

What sets this collection apart is its ability to balance imaginative wordplay with genuine emotional resonance, speaking directly to children's wonder about the night world. The poems never talk down to young audiences, instead inviting them into a shared experience of nighttime marvels that feels both magical and reassuring. Children who enjoy lyrical language and parents looking for substantive bedtime reading will find this book particularly rewarding. These carefully crafted verses will likely become cherished favorites, creating lasting memories of shared literary moments beneath the stars.

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