The Star That Always Stays
I’m so grateful for the opportunity to have a spot on THE STAR THAT ALWAYS STAYS by Anna Rose Johnson Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Check out my post and make sure to enter the giveaway!
About The Book
When bright and spirited Norvia moves from the country to the city, she has to live by one new rule: Never let anyone know you’re Ojibwe.
“INSPIRING.” –Kirkus Reviews
Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
Native American Children’s Fiction #1 New Release
#1 New Release in Historical Fiction for Children
Stepfamily Fiction for Children #1 New Release
The Story Line
Growing up on Beaver Island, Grand-père told Norvia stories—stories about her ancestor Migizi, about Biboonke-o-nini the Wintermaker, about the Crane Clan and the Reindeer Clan. He sang her songs in the old language, and her grandmothers taught her to make story quilts and maple candy. On the island, Norvia was proud of her Ojibwe heritage.
Things are different in the city. Here, Norvia’s mother forces her to pretend she’s not Native at all—even to Mr. Ward, Ma’s new husband, and to Vernon, Norvia’s irritating new stepbrother. In fact, there are a lot of changes in the city: ten-cent movies, gleaming soda shops, speedy automobiles, ninth grade. It’s dizzying for a girl who grew up on the forested shores of Lake Michigan.
Despite the move, the upheaval, and the looming threat of world war, Norvia and her siblings—all five of them—are determined to make 1914 their best year ever. Norvia is certain that her future depends upon it… and upon her discretion.
But how can she have the best year ever if she has to hide who she truly is?
Sensitive, enthralling, and classic in sensibility (perfect for Anne of Green Gables fans), this tender coming-of-age story about an introspective and brilliant Native American heroine thoughtfully addresses assimilation, racism, and divorce, as well as everygirl problems like first crushes, making friends, and the joys and pains of a blended family. Often funny, often heartbreaking, The Star That Always Stays is a fresh and vivid story directly inspired by Anna Rose Johnson’s family history.
Reviews for The Star That Always Stay
“INTIMATE” –Publishers Weekly
“UNPUTDOWNABLE” -Anne Bustard, author of Blue Skies
As a huge Anne of Green Gables fan, this book grabbed my attention from first glance. The author wove words together to bring us a deeply touching story. The early teenage years are hard enough without all of the life changing events heaped upon this child. I laughed. I cried. And I fell in love with Norvia. -Kim Wilch, One More Exclamation
About the Author
Anna Rose Johnson is a journalist, blogger, and seasoned correspondent for Inside Gymnastics. Anna is passionate about historical fiction, the Native experience, and writing for children. She is a member of the Sault Ste. Marie Chippewa Tribe; The Star That Always Stays is directly based on her great-grandmother. Find her at annarosejohnson.com.
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Giveaway Details
1 winner will receive a finished copy of THE STAR THAT ALWAYS STAYS, US Only.
Enter HERE and good luck to you!
The Star That Always Stays Tour Schedule
| 7/11/2022 | Log Cabin Library |
| 7/11/2022 | The Momma Spot |
| 7/12/2022 | One More Exclamation |
| 7/12/2022 | @jaimerockstarbooktours |
| 7/13/2022 | Two Points of Interest |
| 7/13/2022 | Nerdophiles |
| 7/14/2022 | celiamcmahonreads on insta |
| 7/14/2022 | Little Red Reads |
| 7/15/2022 | 100 Pages A Day |
| 7/15/2022 | Books and Zebras |