56 pages • 1 hour read
Wendy MassEvery Soul a Star
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2008A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Every Soul a Star by Wendy Mass follows Ally, Bree, and Jack, three distinct adolescents whose lives converge at Moon Shadow Campground just before a total solar eclipse. Ally, a science enthusiast, faces moving away from her beloved campground; Bree, a fashion-focused teen, must adapt to a new life there; and Jack, a struggling student, joins to assist with a scientific experiment. Their shared experience at the campground fosters unexpected friendships, personal growth, and a deeper understanding of themselves and each other.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Every Soul a Star by Wendy Mass is lauded for its engaging plot and well-developed characters, drawing readers into the story of three teens brought together by a solar eclipse. Reviews highlight its relatable themes of friendship and self-discovery. Some critique its pacing and predictability, but overall it's celebrated for its heartwarming and educational narrative.
Who Should Read Every Soul a Star?
A reader who enjoys Every Soul a Star by Wendy Mass is typically aged 8-12, interested in astronomy and themes of friendship and self-discovery. Fans of Wonder by R.J. Palacio and Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson would find the character-driven, heartfelt narrative appealing.
RecommendedReading Age
8-12yearsLexile Level
HL740L