Keeping Safe the Stars
School year: Year 6, Year 7, Year 8
No. of pages 320
Published: 2014
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"Keeping Safe the Stars" by Sheila O'Connor is a poignant coming-of-age story set in the 1970s. It follows the journey of a young girl named 11-year-old Ava, who grapples with family challenges following her mother’s departure. As Ava navigates her changing world, she finds solace in her friendship with her neighbor, a boy who shares her dreams of escape and adventure. The narrative explores themes of loneliness, the complexity of family ties, and the resilience of youth. With lyrical prose, O'Connor captures the magic and struggles of childhood, reminding readers of the importance of hope and connection. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children at US 5th grade+.
This book has been graded for interest at 10 years.
There are 320 pages in this book. This book was published in 2014 by Penguin Putnam Inc .
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This book has been nominated for the following awards:
South Carolina Childrens Junior and Young Adult Book Award
This book was recognised by the South Carolina Childrens Junior and Young Adult Book Award.
Northeastern Minnesota Book Award
This book was recognised by the Northeastern Minnesota Book Award.
Midwest Booksellers' Choice Award
This book was recognised by the Midwest Booksellers' Choice Award.