Stargirl (Stargirl Series)

Good book

Stargirl is truly an amazing character in this novel. This is one of those books that bring out all of your emotions. You laugh, you cry and everything in between. I read this book because it was highly recommended by my english teacher. I really enjoyed this book, because not only did it touch base on the things that most authors try to avoid, but it's also filled with mystery and inspiration. This is one of those books that you can't stop thinking about no matter how hard you try. Stargirl is truly a role model to every reader of this book. One has to be truly lucky and gifted to run into a stargirl in their lifetime, as stated in the book. Spinelli truly did a fantastic job at capturing the emotion and discrimination that both of the main characters faced. One of my favorite characters though, was Dori. Dori is like the friend that is there for you no matter what. This book is unquestionably the best and most intriguing book I have ever read and would highly recommend it to readers of any age.

This is an excellent story about a girl who thinks differently and changes a lot of people around her as a result. I picked it out to read to my son for 5th grade. It will be a great story to open his mind to new ideas.

A fantastic tale told from a young person’s viewpoint. I rated it a 4 because I was totally upset by the boy’s lack of understanding just how special star girl was to the school & especially to him. Perhaps I’ve gotten too old to appreciate his lack of appreciation for her at his age, but as maturity crept up on him he still didn’t try to find her. I’ve taught ninth grade over 30 years & thought I’d kept a handle on that age group, but maybe not. Anyway, from what I’ve read about the second book, I’ll not read it until I’m assured that there’s a third with a happy reunion in it. Remember they still exist in my mind & they deserve a happy ending. WTS

I bought a class set of this for my 7th graders and we are reading it and they're enjoying it.

I honestly don't know what to say about this book. I can't put it into words. But I'll try. I'd actually had 'Stargirl' sitting on my kindle for a while, but it didn't seem particularly interesting. Just like Stargirl herself, it's a very different type of story. There aren't many like it. It isn't the type of thing I would usually read. So I was pretty hesitant to do so. But, you guys, I am so, so, so glad I did. Stargirl literally changed my life. I really think everyone needs to read this book at some point in their life. I know I did. There is something about it… something I can't quite explain. Once you've read it, you'll understand. If I'm asked what my favorite book is, usually I'll say I don't have one. There are just so many books out there, it's too hard to just choose one. 'Stargirl' might just have changed my mind. Really, it's just the most beautiful, moving, life-changing story I've read. If you're thinking of reading it, please, please don't hesitate. You won't regret it.

I didn't expect to love Stargirl. I had heard just enough about the nonconformity, "march to the beat of your own drummer" message that I expected it be a bit Pollyanna-ish. However, I did love this book -- everything about it. The characters, for me, were spot on. First of all, Leo. I never would have thought I would relate to a teenage boy, but again - I did. He is likeable and easy going. He is also intuitive about people and situations; when he starts to love Stargirl, so do I. Stargirl herself was, in my opinion, everything her character needed to be. Whimsical, individual, non-conforming, kind, generous, and a little bit weird. Her character is so well-written, as are all the other characters' reactions to her. Yes, the theme of this novel is nonconformity. Yes, the message is a good deal of be yourself, no matter what the price. However, at the end of the day, I think that's a message that every reader, YA or otherwise, can bear to be reminded of.

Read this book a long time ago. Moved and left the book in our house so I didn't got to re-read it. I chose this for a book club so I had to order it again (cheaper than flying to my house). It was a delight to read again. I picked up so much more insight the second time around. For me this is a life changing book. Bullying happens (on various scales) and it is good to be aware. I also love Stargirl's character. If I could be like her then I would be doing pretty well-we all would. Such a poignant, well-written, timely, relevant little book.