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Stargirl

Young Adult Fiction 1449

She dances into their hearts with a pet rat and a ukulele

August 26, 2005 (Updated: June 06, 2026)

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Reader reviewed by linda

Stargirl is a newcomer to Mica High School where everyone tries their hardest to fit in and be the same. But Stargirl is unique with her ukulele and pet rat she charms the whole school and especially Leo. But one day when she starts cheering for the other team during a football game the whole school turns on her. With only two true friends left Stargirl goes on a quest to make herself normal and introduces Leo to her life and strange ways. In the end Stargirl and Leo realize that she is great when she is being herself. 'Stargirl' is a touching story and one of the best books I have ever read.

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