Star

by Catherine Bateson

Star and her mum used to manage.

Now Mum's old friend Charlie has moved in and life is Topsy-turvy. Star knows she wants a horse and needs a new best friend. But how is that going to happen when no one is listening to her?

202 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2012

About the author

Catherine Bateson has won the CBCA Book of the Year for Younger Readers twice and received three Honour Book Awards, including one for Older Readers. She teaches in the Professional Writing and Editing course at TAFE but is also available for school visits, to talk about both fiction writing and poetry.

Where were you born?
I was born in Sydney, but grew up in Brisbane where my mother owned a secondhand bookshop.

What other jobs have you had?
I’ve been an incredibly bad waitress, but otherwise my work has all been within the arts and education sphere.

What themes are recurring in your work?
The theme of family is strong in my work – the families we make ourselves, rather than are born into. I put this down to being an only child – and also my father’s death when I was nine.

What have been the highlights of your career?
Without doubt, the highlights have been winning CBCA awards and the Queensland Premier’s Children’s Book Award. Having my third collection of poetry published in an environment that is financially hostile to poetry is also a highlight.

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Reviews

[humna حمنہ (j. lynch's version) · Rating 3 out of 5]

OMGG i read this book back when i was 10, and i remember i rlly liked it #nostalgicreads

[Lucila · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really easy and quick read, although a little boring. It took me a while to 'want' to finish it, but in the end it was worth it. It had a very good basic message with great meaning, although Star seemed like a very bossy (probably not the best word...) character, in the end she seemed completely different.

[Braid95 · Rating 2 out of 5]

it was so boring for half the book. I didn't really connect wit any characters and it kept jumping back and forth

[Jovana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Star is the type of book that will inspire you to complete your dream. It is a loving, passionate, drama-filled novel that will not only touch your heart but will make you believe in yourself.

[dorian ❂ ☾ · Rating 4 out of 5]

bro i read this when i was like 10 and the only thing i remember from it is someone coming @ main girl threateningly w a lunchbox 😨

[TT · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was my favourite childhood book growing up. Full stop.

[Madeleine · Rating 3 out of 5]

seeing as I am 12 years old I found this book a bit childish but I have read some more Catherine Bateson books since, so I am used to her style now. she illustrates the feelings and point of view of children really well and her books are quite realistic.

[Mrs Child]

Quite realistic in dialogue with a young child who is trying to find her place!A story which deals with many issues. Good read