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Stargirl (Stargirl, #1)

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Young Adult Fiction Fiction Romance

by Jerry Spinelli

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3.74 (237.6K ratings)
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description 186 pages

Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli holds a well received rating of 3.74 out of 5, based on 237.6K reader ratings. First published in 2000. The book spans 186 pages.

About Stargirl

A celebration of nonconformity; a tense, emotional tale about the fleeting, cruel nature of popularity--and the thrill and inspiration of first love. Ages 12+Leo Borlock follows the unspoken rule at Mica Area High School: don't stand out--under any circumstances! Then Stargirl arrives at Mica High and everything changes--for Leo and for the entire school. After 15 years of home schooling, Stargirl bursts into tenth grade in an explosion of color and a clatter of ukulele music, enchanting the Mica student body.But the delicate scales of popularity suddenly shift, and Stargirl is shunned for everything that makes her different. Somewhere in the midst of Stargirl's arrival and rise and fall, normal Leo Borlock has tumbled into love with her.In a celebration of nonconformity, Jerry Spinelli weaves a tense, emotional tale about the fleeting, cruel nature of popularity--and the thrill and inspiration of first love.

Detail Value
Author Jerry Spinelli
Published 2000
Pages 186
Genres Young Adult, Fiction, Fiction, Romance
Average Rating 3.74 / 5.00
Total Ratings 237,560

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.7
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237.6K ratings
With a rating of 3.74, Stargirl is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.03, it performs below the genre benchmark. With 237.6K ratings, it is among the most reviewed books in its category.

How It Compares

3.74
This Book
4.03
Romance Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Stargirl?

Stargirl is categorized as Young Adult, Fiction, Fiction, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Romance.

Is Stargirl worth reading?

Based on 237.6K reader ratings, Stargirl has an average score of 3.74 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is Stargirl?

Stargirl has 186 pages. It is a relatively quick read.

Who wrote Stargirl?

Stargirl was written by Jerry Spinelli. It was first published in 2000.

What is the ISBN for Stargirl?

The ISBN-13 for Stargirl is 9780439488400.0.

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