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Voilà les quatre amies réunies chez Ambre, au soir du Nouvel An, pour une réunion des Moonlight Dreamers. Maali raconte son inquiétude concernant la santé de son père ; Ambre sa déception de ne pas pouvoir contacter sa mère porteuse ; Sky avoue sa peur de la rentrée au lycée et Rose fait son coming out. Toutes sont soulagées de livrer leur secret en enchaînent sur leurs rêves pour l'année à venir. Se réaliseront-ils ?
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39 books462 followersHi, I’m Siobhan - which for those of you not familiar with the wonder of Irish names, is actually pronounced, Shiv-on!
I’m an award-winning author of over 50 books, fiction and non-fiction, for adults, young adults and children, and my first book was published back in 2000, so I’ve been at this writing game for almost a quarter of a century now.
I’m also a former council estate kid and a university drop-out - I dropped out because I didn’t think I had what it took to make it in the middle class world of publishing. Thankfully I managed to overcome my self doubt and fear and achieve my writing dreams, and now I love helping others do the same through my mentoring, courses and talks.
I don’t know about you, but during the pandemic I felt as if my life had collapsed in on itself and I’d had to shrink myself to fit this strange new world of lockdowns and zoom calls (oh, so many Zoom calls!) and working from home and working alone. Even when things returned to some semblance of normal back in 2022, I felt that I’d lost sight of who I was and I’d definitely lost my joy for living.
Then, an unexpected trip to Jamaica changed everything, jolting me back to life and reminding me of who I truly am. In a bid to never lose sight of myself and my sense of wonder and purpose again, I started travelling more and writing a weekly Substack letter called Wonderstruck. And in September 2023 I gave up my home in the UK and pretty much all of my worldly goods to solo travel the world while I write my books and mentor other writers.
I send Wonderstruck out to my subscribers every Sunday morning, writing about the places I visit and the lessons I learn there. My sole aim for writing this letter is to inspire others to rediscover their own sense of purpose, wonder and adventure.
If you've enjoyed reading any of my books I'd love it if you joined the Wonderstruck community over on Substack.
Thanks so much for reading and reviewing my books, I really appreciate it!
Siobhan
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For more information about my books, mentoring and courses, please visit: http://www.siobhancurham.com
I’m an award-winning author of over 50 books, fiction and non-fiction, for adults, young adults and children, and my first book was published back in 2000, so I’ve been at this writing game for almost a quarter of a century now.
I’m also a former council estate kid and a university drop-out - I dropped out because I didn’t think I had what it took to make it in the middle class world of publishing. Thankfully I managed to overcome my self doubt and fear and achieve my writing dreams, and now I love helping others do the same through my mentoring, courses and talks.
I don’t know about you, but during the pandemic I felt as if my life had collapsed in on itself and I’d had to shrink myself to fit this strange new world of lockdowns and zoom calls (oh, so many Zoom calls!) and working from home and working alone. Even when things returned to some semblance of normal back in 2022, I felt that I’d lost sight of who I was and I’d definitely lost my joy for living.
Then, an unexpected trip to Jamaica changed everything, jolting me back to life and reminding me of who I truly am. In a bid to never lose sight of myself and my sense of wonder and purpose again, I started travelling more and writing a weekly Substack letter called Wonderstruck. And in September 2023 I gave up my home in the UK and pretty much all of my worldly goods to solo travel the world while I write my books and mentor other writers.
I send Wonderstruck out to my subscribers every Sunday morning, writing about the places I visit and the lessons I learn there. My sole aim for writing this letter is to inspire others to rediscover their own sense of purpose, wonder and adventure.
If you've enjoyed reading any of my books I'd love it if you joined the Wonderstruck community over on Substack.
Thanks so much for reading and reviewing my books, I really appreciate it!
Siobhan
Substack: siobhancurham.substack.com
Facebook: Siobhan Curham Author
Instagram: @SiobhanCurhamAuthor
Twitter: @SiobhanCurham
For more information about my books, mentoring and courses, please visit: http://www.siobhancurham.com
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May 10, 2019
Book Reviewed by Stacey on www.whisperingstories.com
‘Tell it to the Moon’ is the second book in the Moonlight Dreamers series, the first book ‘The Moonlight Dreamers‘ I reviewed back in September 2016 and absolutely loved it.
In this sequel, the girls are back. Rose, Maali, Sky, and Amber are all dealing with their own personal issues and relying on one another for help, friendship, and advice. The book begins at Christmas and ends the following Christmas, so we get to spend a whole year with the girls.
Rose begins her story in New York where she has travelled to spend time with her actor father and his girlfriend over Christmas. Her father though is rather preoccupied with his new script. In a moment of frustration and trying to get his attention she blurts out that she is gay. She has been hiding her feeling about her sexuality for so long it comes as a relief. Now she needs to tell her mum her friends – But how?
Maali is worried about her dad. He is being sick and having dizzy spells. He is also looking thin and old, eventually, he is rushed to the hospital where the doctors are very concerned about him. Maali starts to question her faith as she tries to understand why a god would allow a decent person to become so sick.
Sky has been home educated since she was little, however, her dad needs to work longer hours to earn more money, so he enrols her in the local school so she can sit GSCEs. Sky hates the school system. It’s like the places are trying to breed a load of sheep, making everyone look the same, act the same and behave the same. She doesn’t like how it is taking away people’s individuality. She also finds new love in poet Leon, but will everyone be happy for her?
Amber is struggling with her identity. She was born to a surrogate mother and so knows nothing about that side of her family. She tries to find out but she receives a letter telling her that her birth mother doesn’t want any contact with her. She is finding it difficult to move on with her life with only half her heritage known, thus causing her to have blockages when it comes to her writing and her blog.
What I love about this book (well the series really) is how it really focuses on the friendships these four girls have with one another. Yes, they have their moments like all friends do, but in their time of need, they are there for each other. Also, no problem is too small or silly. It reminds me of my teenage years where I had a great group of friends who told each other everything. Unfortunately, as you get older so do most of these types of friendships as people move away or start families, etc.
The girls are really lovely and caring. They are also very different from one another, even to their home life. Sky lives on a houseboat with her dad – Her mum died a few years ago, Amber lives with her two dads, Rose lives with her model mum who is either always drunk or on a health kick, and Maali lives with her parents and little brother. These four girls all come from different walks of life but have made their friendship work.
The book is so amazing and I loved every minute of it. It is absorbing as it brings you into the life of these teenage girls and keeps you there for the duration of the book. It made me smile and feel good too. To quote Oscar Wilde – ‘I have the simplest tastes. I am always satisfied with the best.‘ and the best this book is!
‘Tell it to the Moon’ is the second book in the Moonlight Dreamers series, the first book ‘The Moonlight Dreamers‘ I reviewed back in September 2016 and absolutely loved it.
In this sequel, the girls are back. Rose, Maali, Sky, and Amber are all dealing with their own personal issues and relying on one another for help, friendship, and advice. The book begins at Christmas and ends the following Christmas, so we get to spend a whole year with the girls.
Rose begins her story in New York where she has travelled to spend time with her actor father and his girlfriend over Christmas. Her father though is rather preoccupied with his new script. In a moment of frustration and trying to get his attention she blurts out that she is gay. She has been hiding her feeling about her sexuality for so long it comes as a relief. Now she needs to tell her mum her friends – But how?
Maali is worried about her dad. He is being sick and having dizzy spells. He is also looking thin and old, eventually, he is rushed to the hospital where the doctors are very concerned about him. Maali starts to question her faith as she tries to understand why a god would allow a decent person to become so sick.
Sky has been home educated since she was little, however, her dad needs to work longer hours to earn more money, so he enrols her in the local school so she can sit GSCEs. Sky hates the school system. It’s like the places are trying to breed a load of sheep, making everyone look the same, act the same and behave the same. She doesn’t like how it is taking away people’s individuality. She also finds new love in poet Leon, but will everyone be happy for her?
Amber is struggling with her identity. She was born to a surrogate mother and so knows nothing about that side of her family. She tries to find out but she receives a letter telling her that her birth mother doesn’t want any contact with her. She is finding it difficult to move on with her life with only half her heritage known, thus causing her to have blockages when it comes to her writing and her blog.
What I love about this book (well the series really) is how it really focuses on the friendships these four girls have with one another. Yes, they have their moments like all friends do, but in their time of need, they are there for each other. Also, no problem is too small or silly. It reminds me of my teenage years where I had a great group of friends who told each other everything. Unfortunately, as you get older so do most of these types of friendships as people move away or start families, etc.
The girls are really lovely and caring. They are also very different from one another, even to their home life. Sky lives on a houseboat with her dad – Her mum died a few years ago, Amber lives with her two dads, Rose lives with her model mum who is either always drunk or on a health kick, and Maali lives with her parents and little brother. These four girls all come from different walks of life but have made their friendship work.
The book is so amazing and I loved every minute of it. It is absorbing as it brings you into the life of these teenage girls and keeps you there for the duration of the book. It made me smile and feel good too. To quote Oscar Wilde – ‘I have the simplest tastes. I am always satisfied with the best.‘ and the best this book is!
July 31, 2017
Yes yes yes yes yes.... this series is so heartfelt. I love it. If you are looking for a book with so much love, diversity and countless friendship then please read this. It makes my heart feel so happy.
July 20, 2019
Walker books have become one of my favourite book publishing companies.
Tell It To The Moon is a must read.
Amber, Maaali, Sky and Rose maybe very different, but they have one thing in common they're fed up with being told how to look, what to think and how to act. They're not like everyone else and they don't want to be. Every changes when you dare to dream. Amber, Maali, Rose and Sky are the Moonlight Dreamers. The Moonlight Dreamers tell each other everything. This crazy I know but Christmas Eve Rose makes her New Years resolution. She is never again going to let adults make her do something that she don't want to do. Each Moonlight Dreamer are very different. Rose is gay and talks about cake making. Maali likes photography and Sky free-spirited home-schooled and lives on a boat, loves poetry. Amber who has two dads and really wants to find her surrogate mum, she suffered bloggers block and she loved to talk about building her blog.
The moonlight Dreamers have rules.
1 The Moonlight Dreamers is a secret society members must never speak a word of its existence, or what happens at the meetings, to others.
2 Meetings will begin with members reciting the moonlight quote from Oscar Wilde
3 This quote is the Moonlight Dreamers motto and must be memorized by members and NEVER forgotten.
4 All members must vow to support the other Moonlight Dreamers in the pursuit of their dreams always.
5 Moonlight Dreamers are proud of being different. Being the same as everyone else is a crime against originality, the human equivalent of magnolia paint.
6 Moonlight Dreamers tell each other everything even the bad stuff. Especially the bad stuff.
7 Moonlight Dreamers never, ever give up.
I would like to thank Walker Books for sending me a copy to read and review.
December 29, 2024
Getting to read this book is truly such a unique experience...
July 27th, 2024
- Third day at Singapore, visiting the National Library
3:27 PM: Found the book. The cover! Caught my attention right away; so excited!
4:25 PM: The dedication! Caught my attention right away ;)
5:18 PM: 47 pages in yet it's time for dinner...
Couldn't return, as the trip is short and the activities list is long
But the library was pure heaven!! I just couldn't have enough of it. Leaving Singapore (and the library) felt like leaving home
So almost five months, or 150 whole days later, I'm here again. And the reason? Pretty much for the library
December 24th, 2024
4:22 PM: Found the book again!
December 26th, 2024
2:08 PM: Started
Then some dinner :)
8:09 PM: 159 pages in!
December 27th, 2024
Here again! Read for hours on end on the colorful couch that is pretty much secret! Had Milo and wrote of course :)
December 29th, 2024
(Today, as I'm writing!)
2:25 PM: Started at page 271
Around 3:50 PM: We are done!! :)
4:00 PM: Returned book to it's rightful shelf. I remembered where it was so clearly by now!
Through I'm sure this isn't the first book, or the last one, I had a blast!
I think this book definitely went through a journey with me. Memories will forever ring true :)
P.S. Shelved as a true page-turner... Why do you think I came back every time? ;)
July 27th, 2024
- Third day at Singapore, visiting the National Library
3:27 PM: Found the book. The cover! Caught my attention right away; so excited!
4:25 PM: The dedication! Caught my attention right away ;)
5:18 PM: 47 pages in yet it's time for dinner...
Couldn't return, as the trip is short and the activities list is long
But the library was pure heaven!! I just couldn't have enough of it. Leaving Singapore (and the library) felt like leaving home
So almost five months, or 150 whole days later, I'm here again. And the reason? Pretty much for the library
December 24th, 2024
4:22 PM: Found the book again!
December 26th, 2024
2:08 PM: Started
Then some dinner :)
8:09 PM: 159 pages in!
December 27th, 2024
Here again! Read for hours on end on the colorful couch that is pretty much secret! Had Milo and wrote of course :)
December 29th, 2024
(Today, as I'm writing!)
2:25 PM: Started at page 271
Around 3:50 PM: We are done!! :)
4:00 PM: Returned book to it's rightful shelf. I remembered where it was so clearly by now!
Through I'm sure this isn't the first book, or the last one, I had a blast!
I think this book definitely went through a journey with me. Memories will forever ring true :)
P.S. Shelved as a true page-turner... Why do you think I came back every time? ;)
April 14, 2022
Echt, wat een geweldige duologie. Vrouwelijke vriendschap en elkaar steunen door dik en dun staat centraal. Met een enorme bak diversiteit, en prachtige covers. Waarom is dit geen hype (geweest)!? Was het z'n tijd te ver vooruit?
(De duologie is 5 jaar oud, en ook al voelt dat als kort geleden, toen was er nog veel minder diversiteit in boeken. Ik herinner me de release party van Love, Simon in 2016 nog heel goed, een van de eerste LGBTQ+ boeken in het Nederlandse taalgebied..)
Wat een warme duologie, ik ben heel blij ze te hebben en ze te hebben gelezen. Ik ben meerdere malen ontroerd geweest door het verhaal, wat me soms een glimlach bezorgde en me soms een traantje deed doet wegpinken.
Ik weet weer precies waarom ik zo dol kan zijn op YA!
(De duologie is 5 jaar oud, en ook al voelt dat als kort geleden, toen was er nog veel minder diversiteit in boeken. Ik herinner me de release party van Love, Simon in 2016 nog heel goed, een van de eerste LGBTQ+ boeken in het Nederlandse taalgebied..)
Wat een warme duologie, ik ben heel blij ze te hebben en ze te hebben gelezen. Ik ben meerdere malen ontroerd geweest door het verhaal, wat me soms een glimlach bezorgde en me soms een traantje deed doet wegpinken.
Ik weet weer precies waarom ik zo dol kan zijn op YA!
September 15, 2017
I received a copy of Tell It to the Moon from Walker Books Australia to review. This is the sequel to The Moonlight Dreamers which I reviewed a couple of months ago.
I love how diverse these books are and how accepting and understanding the Moonlight Dreamers are of each other. Maali’s family are very religious and in Tell It to the Moon, Maali has a crisis of faith (is that the right saying? I’m not really sure…) while her family is going through something difficult. Amber is having a hard time with her writing and figuring out who she is. Sky is juggling high school for the first time and a new relationship and Rose is dealing with new feelings and being open about who she is.
Like all friends, Sky, Rose, Maali and Amber don’t always agree and have arguments or fall out, whatever you want to call it, but at the end of the day these girls are there for each other, no matter what they’re going through. I do wish some of them (or one in particular) were just honest at the start with how they were feeling about something because there would have been less drama. I mean, I thought it was kind of obvious what was going on with Sky before it all came out so it was kind of annoying to me how long Sky dragged it out instead of just telling her friends the truth. I know people handle things differently, some people are open and others choose avoidance, but they were her friends.
Anyway, both The Moonlight Dreamers and Tell It to the Moon have great messages for young women/teens. I’m sure people will take different things from them. They’re diverse and have strong young women too and always comes back to the friendships between Rose, Maali, Sky and Amber. So I’d definitely recommend this to anyone who loves diverse books with great characters and friendship.
I love how diverse these books are and how accepting and understanding the Moonlight Dreamers are of each other. Maali’s family are very religious and in Tell It to the Moon, Maali has a crisis of faith (is that the right saying? I’m not really sure…) while her family is going through something difficult. Amber is having a hard time with her writing and figuring out who she is. Sky is juggling high school for the first time and a new relationship and Rose is dealing with new feelings and being open about who she is.
Like all friends, Sky, Rose, Maali and Amber don’t always agree and have arguments or fall out, whatever you want to call it, but at the end of the day these girls are there for each other, no matter what they’re going through. I do wish some of them (or one in particular) were just honest at the start with how they were feeling about something because there would have been less drama. I mean, I thought it was kind of obvious what was going on with Sky before it all came out so it was kind of annoying to me how long Sky dragged it out instead of just telling her friends the truth. I know people handle things differently, some people are open and others choose avoidance, but they were her friends.
Anyway, both The Moonlight Dreamers and Tell It to the Moon have great messages for young women/teens. I’m sure people will take different things from them. They’re diverse and have strong young women too and always comes back to the friendships between Rose, Maali, Sky and Amber. So I’d definitely recommend this to anyone who loves diverse books with great characters and friendship.
August 24, 2022
3.5
The ending had a massive time skip with no warning, not even a page break or new paragraph. The plot doesn't really go anywhere in terms of character development, and there are a few lose ends at the end of the book. There are a few words scattered throughout the book, that did make me cringe, which the characters said, such as 'omgenius'
Otherwise, the book has pretty good main characters, which are all mostly interesting.
The ending had a massive time skip with no warning, not even a page break or new paragraph. The plot doesn't really go anywhere in terms of character development, and there are a few lose ends at the end of the book. There are a few words scattered throughout the book, that did make me cringe, which the characters said, such as 'omgenius'
Otherwise, the book has pretty good main characters, which are all mostly interesting.
January 12, 2021
Light and wholesome read about feme friendships and growing up. Definitely lived upto the first part of the series.
August 15, 2017
Tell it to the moon is the sequel to moonlight dreamers and picks up directly after the first book going back to the group of friends and straight back into their lives.
The think I love the most about this series is that it is first and foremost about friendship and its importance. It's a breathe of fresh air from other YA books where often the girls are quite bitchy to each other to see this group of girls supporting each other through thick and thin as they grow and discover who they really are.
Over the course of book each girl has a challenge they have to deal with or overcome to grow and it was interesting to see how they did just that and how it developed them further as characters
I really enjoyed this lovely book and hope there's another sequel as I want more of these girls.
The think I love the most about this series is that it is first and foremost about friendship and its importance. It's a breathe of fresh air from other YA books where often the girls are quite bitchy to each other to see this group of girls supporting each other through thick and thin as they grow and discover who they really are.
Over the course of book each girl has a challenge they have to deal with or overcome to grow and it was interesting to see how they did just that and how it developed them further as characters
I really enjoyed this lovely book and hope there's another sequel as I want more of these girls.
July 23, 2017
“With freedom, books, flowers and the moon, who could not be happy? – Oscar Wilde.
Firstly, we would love to say a huge thank you to Walker Books Australia for sending us this beautiful book to review. You have definitely helped us fall in love with this stunning series!😊.
We finished ‘Tell It to the Moon’ a couple of days ago and we are more than happy to say that we really loved this amazing and inspirational novel!
‘Tell It to the Moon’ is actually the sequel to ‘The Moonlight Dreamers’ novel which we reviewed a couple of months ago. We will leave our review here.
This novel takes place around Brick Lane, London with a couple of chapters in New York and Paris! The leading characters, Amber, Rose, Sky and Maalie are all beautiful and headstrong young ladies that look out for each other and encourage dreams to be followed. They all stand up for what they believe in and set individual goals to share throughout their secret meetings by moonlight with their fellow dreamers.
Moonlight Dreamers – The Rules:
1. The Moonlight Dreamers is a secret society – members must never speak a word of it’s existence or what happens at the meetings to others.
2. Meetings will begin with members reciting the ‘moonlight’ quote from Oscar Wilde.
3.This quote is the Moonlight Dreamers motto and must be memorized by all members and never forgotten.
4.All members must vow to support the other Moonlight Dreamers in the pursuit of their dreams – always.
5. Moonlight Dreamers are proud of being different. Being the same as everyone else is a crime against originality; the human equivalent of magnolia plant.
6. Moonlight Dreamers tell one another everything – especially the bad stuff.
7.Moonlight Dreamers never give up.
Without giving too much away, we will try and describe the novel without giving spoilers in case you haven’t read either book in the series.
Siobhan Curham once again surprised us! The characters are back, wiser and more stronger than ever. Since the first novel, the girls have grown together through thick and thin. Their frienship is just so inspirational and fierce. They have definitely created bonds that will last a life time.
Like the first novel, the author portrayed each girl to be working through issues that are absolutely relevant to every teenager today. Many of these issues described include bullying, anxiety, pressures of school and society, coming out and overcoming personal fears. Once again, all four girls band together to help one another to overcome their individual struggles to work towards their hopes and dreams for the future.
With her stunning novel, we were just caught off guard once again by the author’s ability to incorporated inspirational and positive messages that encourage everyone to follow their dreams and to find their own confidence within themselves. We also really loved how the author included links to Oscar Wilde as his words are just so relevant and wise!
“Yes: I am a dreamer. For a dreamer is one who can find his way by moonlight, and his punishment is that he sees the dawn before the rest of the world”.
Do yourselves a favor and pick up this series as it is honestly just so beautiful and relevant to our everyday lives! It’s inspirational wisdom will lead you to follow your own dreams.
Book Rating: 4/5 Stars⭐️.
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Firstly, we would love to say a huge thank you to Walker Books Australia for sending us this beautiful book to review. You have definitely helped us fall in love with this stunning series!😊.
We finished ‘Tell It to the Moon’ a couple of days ago and we are more than happy to say that we really loved this amazing and inspirational novel!
‘Tell It to the Moon’ is actually the sequel to ‘The Moonlight Dreamers’ novel which we reviewed a couple of months ago. We will leave our review here.
This novel takes place around Brick Lane, London with a couple of chapters in New York and Paris! The leading characters, Amber, Rose, Sky and Maalie are all beautiful and headstrong young ladies that look out for each other and encourage dreams to be followed. They all stand up for what they believe in and set individual goals to share throughout their secret meetings by moonlight with their fellow dreamers.
Moonlight Dreamers – The Rules:
1. The Moonlight Dreamers is a secret society – members must never speak a word of it’s existence or what happens at the meetings to others.
2. Meetings will begin with members reciting the ‘moonlight’ quote from Oscar Wilde.
3.This quote is the Moonlight Dreamers motto and must be memorized by all members and never forgotten.
4.All members must vow to support the other Moonlight Dreamers in the pursuit of their dreams – always.
5. Moonlight Dreamers are proud of being different. Being the same as everyone else is a crime against originality; the human equivalent of magnolia plant.
6. Moonlight Dreamers tell one another everything – especially the bad stuff.
7.Moonlight Dreamers never give up.
Without giving too much away, we will try and describe the novel without giving spoilers in case you haven’t read either book in the series.
Siobhan Curham once again surprised us! The characters are back, wiser and more stronger than ever. Since the first novel, the girls have grown together through thick and thin. Their frienship is just so inspirational and fierce. They have definitely created bonds that will last a life time.
Like the first novel, the author portrayed each girl to be working through issues that are absolutely relevant to every teenager today. Many of these issues described include bullying, anxiety, pressures of school and society, coming out and overcoming personal fears. Once again, all four girls band together to help one another to overcome their individual struggles to work towards their hopes and dreams for the future.
With her stunning novel, we were just caught off guard once again by the author’s ability to incorporated inspirational and positive messages that encourage everyone to follow their dreams and to find their own confidence within themselves. We also really loved how the author included links to Oscar Wilde as his words are just so relevant and wise!
“Yes: I am a dreamer. For a dreamer is one who can find his way by moonlight, and his punishment is that he sees the dawn before the rest of the world”.
Do yourselves a favor and pick up this series as it is honestly just so beautiful and relevant to our everyday lives! It’s inspirational wisdom will lead you to follow your own dreams.
Book Rating: 4/5 Stars⭐️.
We are hosting a giveaway on Instagram - make sure to check it out!
https://www.instagram.com/pocketfull_...
August 22, 2017
I love the Moonlight Dreamers. I just love it.
For some, it's a bit cringey and I can totally see that. But it's totally feel good and when you finish it you feel a whole lot better about yourself and about the way you look at life.
For the sequel, it was pretty much the same. But there is one thing I do need to touch upon.
So stuff happened in the book, good stuff, but then the last chapter skipped ahead a few months later in which LOADS OF OTHER GOOD STUFF HAPPENED and we didn't even read about it. We just read the end. In the way that's nice because you can see how the characters have grown but in the other hand it doesnt even say how any of this stuff happened. It just happens and I for one would have liked to have read a bit about it.
That probably didn't make much sense but I'm trying not to give away spoilers ya know.
For some, it's a bit cringey and I can totally see that. But it's totally feel good and when you finish it you feel a whole lot better about yourself and about the way you look at life.
For the sequel, it was pretty much the same. But there is one thing I do need to touch upon.
So stuff happened in the book, good stuff, but then the last chapter skipped ahead a few months later in which LOADS OF OTHER GOOD STUFF HAPPENED and we didn't even read about it. We just read the end. In the way that's nice because you can see how the characters have grown but in the other hand it doesnt even say how any of this stuff happened. It just happens and I for one would have liked to have read a bit about it.
That probably didn't make much sense but I'm trying not to give away spoilers ya know.
September 26, 2017
amazzzzzzing
September 14, 2017
We read the first book - the Moonlight Dreamers as part of the book group i have running at our high school. This book was a good follow up letting you know what has happened to the group of girls as they face new challenges in life.
August 25, 2020
Tell it to the Moon is a Young Adult contemporary that connects to the pattern that has been established in the first installment.
Familiar topics that have been kept in the background before are pushed central stage which also affects the general atmosphere created within this fictional world. The main characters are the same as in the first book, hence Maali, Amber, Rose and Sky share their deepest fears and most passionate dreams with their audience once again. Among the most frequently discussed issues are love and heartbreak, death, illness and friendship. Sprinkled in between the plotline are poems by Sky, blog posts by Amber and a cupcake recipe by Rose. By adding these to the story, the fictional world is turned from an abstract construct that has been glued together through letters into an approachable tale that stirs a longing to meet the four friends and join their peaceful and supporting group.
On a personal note, I've gotta say I wasn't as charmed by the second novel as I would have liked. Don't get me wrong, I did like the overall concept here and the story was nice but really sad and just a tiny bit depressing at certain stages.
It's still a recommendable YA novel.
Familiar topics that have been kept in the background before are pushed central stage which also affects the general atmosphere created within this fictional world. The main characters are the same as in the first book, hence Maali, Amber, Rose and Sky share their deepest fears and most passionate dreams with their audience once again. Among the most frequently discussed issues are love and heartbreak, death, illness and friendship. Sprinkled in between the plotline are poems by Sky, blog posts by Amber and a cupcake recipe by Rose. By adding these to the story, the fictional world is turned from an abstract construct that has been glued together through letters into an approachable tale that stirs a longing to meet the four friends and join their peaceful and supporting group.
On a personal note, I've gotta say I wasn't as charmed by the second novel as I would have liked. Don't get me wrong, I did like the overall concept here and the story was nice but really sad and just a tiny bit depressing at certain stages.
It's still a recommendable YA novel.
August 10, 2017
This is such an amazing and inspiring novel. ‘Tell it to the Moon’ is the sequel to ‘The Moonlight Dreamers’ a book which I loved reading and which itself was inspiring and heartwarming. You don’t need to have read the first novel though to enjoy this one but if you’ve read ‘The Moonlight Dreamers’ you’ll understand the characters far better.
Set several months after the previous book, it’s Christmas Eve and a lot has happened for all four girls. Amber’s struggling to know who she is and where she comes from, Sky feels terrible about her school situation, Maali’s family are having some problems and Rose has some big news to tell everyone. As soon as I started reading this I felt compelled to read on. All four girls face typical situations and emotions that any teenager would feel, and I think this is why the book is so appealing to read.
The story is told from the point of view of all four girls, though always in third person. The tale switches between the different girls very often but there’s never any confusion in the plot, in fact it only engages you more as you read about a situation from one girl’s perspective and then switch to another to see what she is thinking and feeling. I really enjoyed all four girls individual stories and how they all came together to help each other overcome their problems, but Sky’s story about school and Amber’s need to find her way resonated with me the most. Having been through similar emotions and problems myself when I was younger, I would have loved to have read this book when I was at school.
The book has very occasional use of the s swear word but nothing else offensive. The ending is really uplifting and heartwarming and the whole story just feels so inspiring and a little emotional too. Although some of the plot was a little predictable for me, at times as I’ve read a lot of YA in the past, it didn’t bother me as there were many moments where I didn’t know what would happen and the way the Moonlight Dreamers came together was what really kept me reading this story.
It’s the perfect book for anyone to read but I think teens who feel like they are different from others or scared to dream big will really love this novel as it has such an inspiring message that it makes me want to pursue my own dreams, no matter what they are. I’d definitely recommend this book to others and if you plan on reading this then try ‘The Moonlight Dreamers’ first as the story’s so much more engrossing if you know what happens in the first book too.
-Thanks to Walker Books for a free copy.
Set several months after the previous book, it’s Christmas Eve and a lot has happened for all four girls. Amber’s struggling to know who she is and where she comes from, Sky feels terrible about her school situation, Maali’s family are having some problems and Rose has some big news to tell everyone. As soon as I started reading this I felt compelled to read on. All four girls face typical situations and emotions that any teenager would feel, and I think this is why the book is so appealing to read.
The story is told from the point of view of all four girls, though always in third person. The tale switches between the different girls very often but there’s never any confusion in the plot, in fact it only engages you more as you read about a situation from one girl’s perspective and then switch to another to see what she is thinking and feeling. I really enjoyed all four girls individual stories and how they all came together to help each other overcome their problems, but Sky’s story about school and Amber’s need to find her way resonated with me the most. Having been through similar emotions and problems myself when I was younger, I would have loved to have read this book when I was at school.
The book has very occasional use of the s swear word but nothing else offensive. The ending is really uplifting and heartwarming and the whole story just feels so inspiring and a little emotional too. Although some of the plot was a little predictable for me, at times as I’ve read a lot of YA in the past, it didn’t bother me as there were many moments where I didn’t know what would happen and the way the Moonlight Dreamers came together was what really kept me reading this story.
It’s the perfect book for anyone to read but I think teens who feel like they are different from others or scared to dream big will really love this novel as it has such an inspiring message that it makes me want to pursue my own dreams, no matter what they are. I’d definitely recommend this book to others and if you plan on reading this then try ‘The Moonlight Dreamers’ first as the story’s so much more engrossing if you know what happens in the first book too.
-Thanks to Walker Books for a free copy.
October 10, 2019
Personally I preferred the prequel of this series because I felt more connected and moved by the book. But that doesn’t mean I dislike this book! In fact I completely adore this book!
I loved Rose’s story in this whole entire book. Her coming out as a lesbian really surprised me (in a positive way of course) and I loved how she was exploring her sexuality and treating it as if it was normal. Her coming out to her family and to the dreamers was a really sweet moment and I’m happy that all her friends accept her for the way she is and I’m very proud of her for being very confident to be able to do that. Her confidence throughout the book amazes me and makes me say “yasss gurl” or “you go girl!.” She is a character that has inspired me to be more confident and to be fearless.
I felt like for Amber’s story I found it a little confusing? Like at first she was looking for her surrogate mum and all that then it somehow stopped? But that’s okay, i’d really like to know more about Amber’s background though. But I’m so glad she was able to beat her bullies and be confident enough to stand up for herself and what she believes is right.
Maali’s story made me quite sad, it’s sad to have a family who’s ill and ends up in the hospital and you have to worry everyday for that person. I love how caring she is and I love how the other girls supported her throughout this and were always there for her.
I felt as if Skye was a bit of a jerk in this series and focuses more on love and Leon than her friends. But near the end I felt more relaxed and less jerky and finally gained the confidence to face her fear of going to the hospital. I also understood why she was like this and I could relate in a way. I’m really proud of her for doing that, facing a fear is one of the most difficult things to do. But nonetheless I still
Love her and her poems, she really is talented. I’d also like to know how Skye and Leon got together too, they are a really cute couple.
The only negative thing is the ending, I felt that it was a bit rushed? As it skipped to like a year and I got really confused like who’s Rose’s new girlfriend Jet? How did they meet? What happened to Maali’s dad? How did Skye and Leon suddenly date? I just have soooo many questions!
I would give this a 4/5 stars! If you’re looking for a book that contains friendship, diversity and a lot more positive messages and inspiring stories then I’d highly recommend both The Moonlight Dreamers and Tell it To the Moon!
I hope this series has a third book! I felt as if this book needed a third part! I’m craving for more of this series!
I loved Rose’s story in this whole entire book. Her coming out as a lesbian really surprised me (in a positive way of course) and I loved how she was exploring her sexuality and treating it as if it was normal. Her coming out to her family and to the dreamers was a really sweet moment and I’m happy that all her friends accept her for the way she is and I’m very proud of her for being very confident to be able to do that. Her confidence throughout the book amazes me and makes me say “yasss gurl” or “you go girl!.” She is a character that has inspired me to be more confident and to be fearless.
I felt like for Amber’s story I found it a little confusing? Like at first she was looking for her surrogate mum and all that then it somehow stopped? But that’s okay, i’d really like to know more about Amber’s background though. But I’m so glad she was able to beat her bullies and be confident enough to stand up for herself and what she believes is right.
Maali’s story made me quite sad, it’s sad to have a family who’s ill and ends up in the hospital and you have to worry everyday for that person. I love how caring she is and I love how the other girls supported her throughout this and were always there for her.
I felt as if Skye was a bit of a jerk in this series and focuses more on love and Leon than her friends. But near the end I felt more relaxed and less jerky and finally gained the confidence to face her fear of going to the hospital. I also understood why she was like this and I could relate in a way. I’m really proud of her for doing that, facing a fear is one of the most difficult things to do. But nonetheless I still
Love her and her poems, she really is talented. I’d also like to know how Skye and Leon got together too, they are a really cute couple.
The only negative thing is the ending, I felt that it was a bit rushed? As it skipped to like a year and I got really confused like who’s Rose’s new girlfriend Jet? How did they meet? What happened to Maali’s dad? How did Skye and Leon suddenly date? I just have soooo many questions!
I would give this a 4/5 stars! If you’re looking for a book that contains friendship, diversity and a lot more positive messages and inspiring stories then I’d highly recommend both The Moonlight Dreamers and Tell it To the Moon!
I hope this series has a third book! I felt as if this book needed a third part! I’m craving for more of this series!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 6, 2017
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Tell it to the Moon is the sequel of The Moonlight Dreamers and it starts right where the previous book ended. It was lovely to be back with these girls. Amber, Maali, Sky and Rose have their own club where they can be themselves and support each other to be able to achieve their dreams. After getting to know them in the first book, I was really looking forward to joining them in their new adventures.
Each of them faces their own troubles and challenges. I love how diverse their stories are, from sexuality to religion, passing by struggling to find your identity or simply not fitting in. This is one of those reads that I would have loved even more if it has existed when I was in high school and struggling to fit in myself. But reading about these girls, I can still see a bit of myself in there, which makes me really connect with their story.
What I love most about this series is how friendship is portrayed. Thanks to being friends, these girls are more confident, they aim higher and they achieve more. It reminds us it always better to support than to make fun of. And, of course, I also love the literary references. Those Oscar Wilde quotes really fit with the story and I have started using them myself in my daily life to motivate me. Because sometimes you all need to be reminded that:
"Be yourself, everyone else is already taken"
All in all, I would highly recommend these series to YA readers looking for something special, something different from your usual love story. This is a very inspirational and heart-warming story that will connect with a lot of readers.
Rating: 4,5 stars
Tell it to the Moon is the sequel of The Moonlight Dreamers and it starts right where the previous book ended. It was lovely to be back with these girls. Amber, Maali, Sky and Rose have their own club where they can be themselves and support each other to be able to achieve their dreams. After getting to know them in the first book, I was really looking forward to joining them in their new adventures.
Each of them faces their own troubles and challenges. I love how diverse their stories are, from sexuality to religion, passing by struggling to find your identity or simply not fitting in. This is one of those reads that I would have loved even more if it has existed when I was in high school and struggling to fit in myself. But reading about these girls, I can still see a bit of myself in there, which makes me really connect with their story.
What I love most about this series is how friendship is portrayed. Thanks to being friends, these girls are more confident, they aim higher and they achieve more. It reminds us it always better to support than to make fun of. And, of course, I also love the literary references. Those Oscar Wilde quotes really fit with the story and I have started using them myself in my daily life to motivate me. Because sometimes you all need to be reminded that:
"Be yourself, everyone else is already taken"
All in all, I would highly recommend these series to YA readers looking for something special, something different from your usual love story. This is a very inspirational and heart-warming story that will connect with a lot of readers.
Rating: 4,5 stars
January 29, 2018
Après avoir dévoré le premier tome des aventures de Les Filles de Brick Lane, j'avais à la fois très hâte de les retrouver et en même temps j'appréhendais un peu d'être déçue par cette suite.
Et bien, pas du tout, il est dans la continuité du premier, et il est même peut-être meilleur !
Les thématiques aussi diverses que variés sont super bien abordées (les différentes sexualités, les drames familiaux, les problèmes d'anxiété auxquels ados et jeunes adultes font de plus en plus face, etc) et alors cette solidarité constante entre les filles je dis : oui oui oui.
Pour autant aucune amitié n'est parfaite, et j'ai aussi beaucoup apprécié que les disputes, les mésententes, l'incompréhension parfois soient mises en avant. Car comme dans toutes relations, il y a aussi des bas dans les amitiés, l'important c'est de s'expliquer et mettre les choses à plat.
Vraiment que du positif, du girl power à fond dans cette série, grosse surprise : merci le hasard de m'avoir mit le premier tome dans les mains ! J'ai déjà hâte de retrouver ces 4 filles de Brick Lane, si différentes des unes et des autres et pourtant si complémentaires.
Et bien, pas du tout, il est dans la continuité du premier, et il est même peut-être meilleur !
Les thématiques aussi diverses que variés sont super bien abordées (les différentes sexualités, les drames familiaux, les problèmes d'anxiété auxquels ados et jeunes adultes font de plus en plus face, etc) et alors cette solidarité constante entre les filles je dis : oui oui oui.
Pour autant aucune amitié n'est parfaite, et j'ai aussi beaucoup apprécié que les disputes, les mésententes, l'incompréhension parfois soient mises en avant. Car comme dans toutes relations, il y a aussi des bas dans les amitiés, l'important c'est de s'expliquer et mettre les choses à plat.
Vraiment que du positif, du girl power à fond dans cette série, grosse surprise : merci le hasard de m'avoir mit le premier tome dans les mains ! J'ai déjà hâte de retrouver ces 4 filles de Brick Lane, si différentes des unes et des autres et pourtant si complémentaires.
July 11, 2023
Could have been 3*, but Sky and Leon are just... bleargh. I generally dislike sappy teenage romance, but I positively hate BORING sappy teenage romance. 'Oh I've just met you for half a day and I'm sure you're my soul mate. Let's go write poems together and frolic in some gardens.' That made my brain hurt.
Also it didn't help that Sky was ultra annoying in this book. Her excuse for not being there for Maali was her fear of hospitals. Sure... it didn't help that she enjoyed spending time with Leon while avoiding hospitals, right? And it's not as if she made extra effort to comfort Maali; when she had some free time she was busy talking to Leon over the phone. Rose was right to call her out on her bullshit. The worst thing was this whole Sky-Leon romance came out of nowhere. If you're gonna shove some romance into a novel, at least make it exciting? After all, Maali's father might actually die, so if the stupid romance is going to compete for 'screen time' at least make it interesting?
P.S. Leon's nickname for Sky is Sky-Blue, which made me want to barf. And he's a poet?
Also it didn't help that Sky was ultra annoying in this book. Her excuse for not being there for Maali was her fear of hospitals. Sure... it didn't help that she enjoyed spending time with Leon while avoiding hospitals, right? And it's not as if she made extra effort to comfort Maali; when she had some free time she was busy talking to Leon over the phone. Rose was right to call her out on her bullshit. The worst thing was this whole Sky-Leon romance came out of nowhere. If you're gonna shove some romance into a novel, at least make it exciting? After all, Maali's father might actually die, so if the stupid romance is going to compete for 'screen time' at least make it interesting?
P.S. Leon's nickname for Sky is Sky-Blue, which made me want to barf. And he's a poet?
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 8, 2017
'But then there were people who chose the third, dangerous option.
The people who followed their hearts, who chased love with the bravery of a tiger,'
I would rate this book 5 stars!
This novel follows the first of the Moonlight Dreamers Series (Which I didn't know was a series until I picked this up from my local library)
Rose wants to try and bond with her Dad, but his new girlfriend Rachel, keeps interfering and her Dad wants Rose to get to know her better.
Amber is struggling with writing her blog and finding passions for things.
Maali is trying to find her soulmate and is worried about her Dad, who seems to be getting sicker everyday.
Skye is worried about school and also concerned about her Dad, who seems to be constantly sad after a breakup.
With different problems to face, the Moonlight Dreamers need each other more than ever.
This sequel to the first one didn't disappoint, fast paced and full of the close friendship of the first!
The people who followed their hearts, who chased love with the bravery of a tiger,'
I would rate this book 5 stars!
This novel follows the first of the Moonlight Dreamers Series (Which I didn't know was a series until I picked this up from my local library)
Rose wants to try and bond with her Dad, but his new girlfriend Rachel, keeps interfering and her Dad wants Rose to get to know her better.
Amber is struggling with writing her blog and finding passions for things.
Maali is trying to find her soulmate and is worried about her Dad, who seems to be getting sicker everyday.
Skye is worried about school and also concerned about her Dad, who seems to be constantly sad after a breakup.
With different problems to face, the Moonlight Dreamers need each other more than ever.
This sequel to the first one didn't disappoint, fast paced and full of the close friendship of the first!
May 24, 2023
at first it seemed childish to me, but after reading some more I realised that this book is defo for 14 and above.
I like how the characters had good development, I firstly hated rose because I felt like her remarks against Maali’s religion were a bit rude and that she was overly expressive yk? But when the author describes Roses background and her issues I felt bad for her and I started to like her efforts more.
I like how amber is not afraid to not fit in, I like how she slowly overcame her insecurities and she first looked for validations from people who would never get it until she eventually realised she only needed her own validation and I rlly like that
Sky and Maali were also good and that’s all I’ve got to say
I just wish the book started off more interesting bc I was about to lose interest
I like how the characters had good development, I firstly hated rose because I felt like her remarks against Maali’s religion were a bit rude and that she was overly expressive yk? But when the author describes Roses background and her issues I felt bad for her and I started to like her efforts more.
I like how amber is not afraid to not fit in, I like how she slowly overcame her insecurities and she first looked for validations from people who would never get it until she eventually realised she only needed her own validation and I rlly like that
Sky and Maali were also good and that’s all I’ve got to say
I just wish the book started off more interesting bc I was about to lose interest
September 19, 2019
This is the wonderful second edition to the already amazing first novel "The Moonlight Dreamers" and shares so many more exciting secrets of Amber, Sky, Maali and Rose. It is a journey of finding oneself and embracing who you truly are. Rose and Maali seem to be the characters with the most important lives in this novel, unlike the first book, where it is Amber and Sky, it is inspiring to watch the characters grow and become themselves, they are growing up of course and need to move on from things in the past. This is a must-read that you will not want to put down!!! If you are someone (preferably a girl) in her teens, then this is for you!!! Give it a go and post your review I would love to hear from you!!! Keep reading and never stop!!!
July 17, 2018
The first time I looked at this book I thought that it was not going to be as good as the first book called the moonlight dreamers. But this one is definitely better because it shows you that your dreams don’t always turn out the way you picture them but if you you know your dreams and have them in your head and are passionate about it sometimes it turns out you can achieve something even better. If you have your dreams in mind you can do anything and don’t forget there will always be people helping you along the way. Now I will leave you with my favourite Oscar Wilde quote that I learnt in this book. “Be yourself; everyone else is already taken”.
August 15, 2020
This is my absolute favorite book. It covers some many issues and problems, but circles around friendship and dreams. I haven’t actually read the first one, as I picked this up at a secondhand bookstore at a fair, but I think it is just as good.
The main characters, Rose, Sky, Amber and Maali all have different backgrounds dreams, and are very close friends. They all so unique and different, and stand out, eating to making changes to d sad society and the way it judges people, Sky particularly, as she starts school for the first time.
This book is honestly so great, and I always turn to it for comfort. I recommend it strongly, and hope you love it too.
The main characters, Rose, Sky, Amber and Maali all have different backgrounds dreams, and are very close friends. They all so unique and different, and stand out, eating to making changes to d sad society and the way it judges people, Sky particularly, as she starts school for the first time.
This book is honestly so great, and I always turn to it for comfort. I recommend it strongly, and hope you love it too.
January 13, 2023
After finishing The Moonlight Dreamers at the end of last year, and discovering it is actually a series, I had to put this next on my reading list.
I'm in love with this group of girls and reading about their stories and how their lives intertwine with one another. I love their friendship, their personal dreams, goals, stories, experiences, problems. I love how they all come together and work so well. And I love how Curham flicks between their POVs periodically so you are always up-to-date with what they're doing.
I'm going to buy the next book in this series this weekend and read it. Maybe I'll try and take my time reading that one as I don't want my time with these girls to end, haha.
I'm in love with this group of girls and reading about their stories and how their lives intertwine with one another. I love their friendship, their personal dreams, goals, stories, experiences, problems. I love how they all come together and work so well. And I love how Curham flicks between their POVs periodically so you are always up-to-date with what they're doing.
I'm going to buy the next book in this series this weekend and read it. Maybe I'll try and take my time reading that one as I don't want my time with these girls to end, haha.
May 7, 2019
Wow this book was a spell binding inspirational story that reside so much to real life you can almost feel its reality. This book has taught me so much about life,love friendship and truth that I cant even comprehend how incredible Siobhan Curham is. I was overwhelmed withe motion while reading this book, as it opened up questions and reflections on my life which i would even have given a second thought otherwise. This book truly is a thing of beauty that we must treasure. Although i loved the first book this one really made me love the characters with full respect and reality. And 100 would I recommed this to anyone and every one a can think of. A super easy 5 star!
March 4, 2025
Meer over Maali, Amber, Sky en Rose, opnieuw met bonuspunten voor de gedichten en blogs. De verhaallijn over Maali’s papa zorgde een bepaald moment voor tranen en kwam net wat te dicht bij eigen verdriet, maar dat zorgt er vooral voor dat ik de reacties van Maali en Sky mooi en zorgzaam uitgewerkt vind. De opzet blijft zo lief: dromen delen, elkaar zo steeds beter leren kennen en met steun zijn dromen makkelijker waar te maken.
September 11, 2017
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Un second tome un peu moins "pétillant" , plus sérieux mais tout aussi passionnant . Ces quatre filles tellement différentes et attachantes nous content leur quotidien, leurs soucis et leur craintes. C'est girly , c'est british et très addictif !!!
Un moment plaisir de lecture .
Un second tome un peu moins "pétillant" , plus sérieux mais tout aussi passionnant . Ces quatre filles tellement différentes et attachantes nous content leur quotidien, leurs soucis et leur craintes. C'est girly , c'est british et très addictif !!!
Un moment plaisir de lecture .
July 14, 2018
I enjoyed this book and its representations of the difficulties of being a teenager or young adult. I would definitely recommend reading the first book " The Moonlight Dreamers " so that you can understand the character's backgrounds. The sequel is very much about four teenage girls who come together, build great friendships and realise that being yourself is a very important part of life.
August 10, 2017
This one wasn't really my cup of tea and I found some of the dialogue a little unnatural, and some of the plot not too believable. However, I really liked the diverse characters and storylines, and following four different points of view!
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