Stardust

by Kurt A. Meyer

A riveting novel about fatal attraction between two young lovers entangled in time. In this fresh contribution to our cultural legacy from the Hoosier heartland, protagonist David Henry, through a combination of technology and serendipity, steps back in time more than a hundred years. David falls in love with Mary and the era she belongs to. Although sensing the tragedy of the fact that they are separated by a hundred years, David and Mary are too much in love to say goodbye. Stardust offers a thought-provoking look at the dramatic changes in attitudes, morals and values that come with technology, advancement and growth while proving that regardless of the time period in which we live, love transcends time.

Genres: Fiction, Historical Fiction

323 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 2002

About the author

Kurt Meyer is the father of four, resident of Noblesville and a lifelong Hoosier. He’s been a newspaper columnist, a schoolteacher’s, a Realtor specializing in marketing historic properties, a restorer of Victorian-era homes and co-founder of an annual literary journal called the Polk Street Review, where his stories also appear.

His work has appeared in the Noblesville Daily Ledger, The Noblesville Times, NUVO Newsweekly, the Indianapolis Eye, The Noblesville Current, and at dailyyonder.com. His most recently published work is his novel, Noblesville. His next work, The Salvage Man, is scheduled for release in 2015 by Rivers Edge Media.

Reviews

[Jessica · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. I live in Noblesville so it was interesting to read about the town I live in only 100 years ago. I find myself driving around town and trying to picture the scenes from the book. I was heartbroken at the end as I felt like both of the main characters were essentially killed off but it was a surprise ending. I did not see that coming and I felt like it was an interesting way to end the book. I would recommend this book to all of my friends. It was a very enjoyable read.

[Linda Allen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is written by a man from Noblesville In. It is about a man from Noblesville who travels back in time 100 years. Tells a lot about life in Noblesville and Indianapolis at that time, the people, buildings, etc. Was a very entertaining story.

[Suzanne Bailer Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have just started to read Stardust, by Kurt Meyer and I am totally intrigued. Reading about the town I live in, except that it is 100 years before, is facinating. I try to follow him around town, continually amazed. I don't normally get into time-travel books, but this is something else? I find myself avoiding any light beams streaming through my patio window. After all, the house he inhabits is only about four blocks down the road! Great read, Kurt. Great writing.
I just finished Stardust. Fabulous book, well written, gave me back some treasured memories and words I had forgotten. I rate it a 5! Well worth the read.

[Dale · Rating 5 out of 5]

I used to work with the author's sister and she gave me a copy to read. What a pleasant surprise! This book is not my usual fare, which made it even better. You have to let your imagination go when reading this book, but if you can do that, the story sucks you in and you won't want to put it down.

[Megan Brown · Rating 1 out of 5]

This book had been sitting on my shelf for years before I decided to pull it down and read it. It started out well, with a mystical beam allowing characters to move backward and forward in time. I was intrigued with where it was going to go but was soon disappointed that it took nearly three-quarters of the book to have any real action go on, and even then it seemed like a let down.
Throughout the whole story, there seemed to be only two things that stood out for me: the architecture of the various houses and cities the characters came into contact with and how awful society is. It was depressing how the protagonist was able to sway almost everyone to his point of view of how vile the human race was.
When I finished the book, it felt like nothing had happened. Everyone was left to continue their lives as if nothing had happened.
I was very disappointed with how this story went. I would enjoyed it more if the author had kept his commentary to himself and stick with the beauty of the eras, something that made me feel as if I could walk through the book and experience the world myself.

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

A lovely time travel story. Very romantic with a sad, but perfect ending.

[Carol Rigsbee]

The original "Noblesville." Some differences but nothing major.

[Kendall Yeary]

DNF @ 65%

[Nicole · Rating 1 out of 5]

Don't make the mistake of thinking this is Neil Gaiman, as well, it's not. In my opinion, this book had one good chapter, and half had everything to do with atmosphere. For a few moments, as I read this book in a house that has the wonderful ability to evoke the calm of my grandparents' farm, I could picture every detail as he described Noblesville (a random town in Indiana I have driven through often) and hear Pearl Jam's Black playing in my head. Then the next chapter began, and so did a miserable little diatribe against the ills of modern day, complete with overwhelming and deluded nostalgia for the past, when everything was simpler and people were simply better. Our hero, jaded by the modernity of civilization in medium-town Indiana (yes, just picture that one, if you will), finds a way to go back a hundred years in the past and finds his heart's delight. I suppose I shouldn't have been too surprised by the message, considering it was written by a small-time author from a smaller town in Indiana. I choked it down, out of respect from my grandparents, who have some connection to the man, but I have learned my lesson.

[Jen Stanley · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a long time resident of the Noblesville & Tipton areas, I remember this book being published. Foolishly, I dismissed it. I just happened to pick it up this summer after seeing a friend post it to Facebook. Hands down this book is my all-time favorite! Knowing the geographical area made it all the more interesting.
This is a well written story encompassing so many aspects of Hamilton & Tipton Counties and the struggle between progress and holding onto the past. The storyline is compelling. I was so engrossed in this story, I had to set it aside for a couple of days in order to turn it over in my mind. This book should be required reading in the local schools!

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one of my very favorite books of the last five years!!! I have loaned it out several times and now can not find it so think I will repurchase it soon.

It is set in Noblesville Indiana 100 years ago, and seems to be historically accurate. I love the concept around which the plot builds and the sense of how life was in a place that I spend time.

[Liz Todd · Rating 4 out of 5]

Oh my gosh. SO GOOD. Amazing story that made me think new thoughts and *gasp* wonder about the history of my town. Completely fascinating... so glad it was recommended to me!

[Amy Friel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was a year ahead of Kurt in school and when I heard he had written a book, I had to read it. I was pleased to know that It was really well written and intriguing. I live in Noblesville and loved reading about how the town was 100 years ago.

[Kristene · Rating 4 out of 5]

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[Cindy]

It's been a few years. Need to look it over again before writing a review.

[Maria · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was fun to read about a city I know a little about. I like the history also.

[Marti]

Passed on to me from Mom.