A review by ebonyessencebookshelf
The Stars and the Blackness Between Them by Junauda Petrus

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

This book to me is not only sad and has some topics that are tough. Also beautiful, funny, easy, calming, and more. Two girls on a journey that find each other in pure love and good intentions. 

-I love me some Queenie. 
-Give it up for the color though. 
-I loved everything about this read. How each month we approached the author talked about the zodiac sign. 
-Mable thinking about Afua for her wish was so selfless of her. 
-Audre makes me want to visit Trinidad so bad. 
-The way the relationship grew between Audre and her dad was amazing. To the point they had a great conversation that they both needed. 
-The moment between Audre and Jazzy. Heartwarming. Jazzy made her feel so safe. I love that. 
-Mable’s family and friends are A1 for sure. 
-The girls trip just made my face and heart smile. 
-I will never understand people like Audre’s mother. Just sick…so happy Neri found her people to feel safe and loved. 
-I listened while following along in the book and the audio was great. I loved how the voice changed when Mable had dreams.