Keywords
book review, historical fiction, social justice literature, literature circles
Preview
On the front of the hardcover edition, acclaimed YA author Libba Bray intrigues the reader with three simple, telegraphic sentences: “Three rebels. Two murders. A century of secrets.” Using three distinct timelines, Bray creates a young adult novel perfect for fans of historical fiction and mysteries. Elements of young adult realism are also present within Bray’s 2025 novel, a Good Morning America Young Adult Book Club pick. Under the Same Stars brings the reader on a journey of self-discovery, mystery, and sacrifice in 1940s Germany, 1980s West Germany, and 2020 New York, stricken with COVID-19.
Recommended Citation
Tesch, Sara
(2026)
"Book Review: Under the Same Stars,"
The Utah English Journal: Vol. 54, Article 23.
Available at:
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/uej/vol54/iss1/23