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THE STAR THAT ALWAYS STAYS by Anna Rose Johnson Tour

July 14, 2022 By Heather 1 Comment

I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on the THE STAR THAT ALWAYS STAYS by Anna Rose Johnson Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours.

 

About The Book:

Title: THE STAR THAT ALWAYS STAYS

Author: Anna Rose Johnson

Pub. Date: July 12, 2022

Publisher: Holiday House

Formats: Hardcover, eBook, Audiobook

Pages: 224

Find it: Goodreads, Amazon, Kindle, Audiobook, B&N, iBooks, Kobo, TBD, Bookshop.org

When bright and spirited Norvia moves from the country to the city, she has to live by one new rule: Never let anyone know you’re Ojibwe.

“INSPIRING.”—Kirkus Reviews
A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection!
A #1 New Release in Native American Children’s Fiction!
A #1 New Release in Historical Fiction for Children!
A #1 New Release in Stepfamily Fiction for Children!

Growing up on Beaver Island, Grand-père told Norvia stories—stories about her ancestor Migizi, about Biboonke-o-nini the Wintermaker, about the Crane Clan and the Reindeer Clan. He sang her songs in the old language, and her grandmothers taught her to make story quilts and maple candy. On the island, Norvia was proud of her Ojibwe heritage. 

Things are different in the city. Here, Norvia’s mother forces her to pretend she’s not Native at all—even to Mr. Ward, Ma’s new husband, and to Vernon, Norvia’s irritating new stepbrother. In fact, there are a lot of changes in the city: ten-cent movies, gleaming soda shops, speedy automobiles, ninth grade. It’s dizzying for a girl who grew up on the forested shores of Lake Michigan.

Despite the move, the upheaval, and the looming threat of world war, Norvia and her siblings—all five of them—are determined to make 1914 their best year ever. Norvia is certain that her future depends upon it… and upon her discretion. 

But how can she have the best year ever if she has to hide who she truly is?

Sensitive, enthralling, and classic in sensibility (perfect for Anne of Green Gables fans), this tender coming-of-age story about an introspective and brilliant Native American heroine thoughtfully addresses assimilation, racism, and divorce, as well as everygirl problems like first crushes, making friends, and the joys and pains of a blended family. Often funny, often heartbreaking, The Star That Always Stays is a fresh and vivid story directly inspired by Anna Rose Johnson’s family history.

“INTIMATE.”—Publishers Weekly
“UNPUTDOWNABLE.”—Anne Bustard, author of Parents’ Choice Book Award Winner Blue Skies

 

 

About Anna Rose Johnson:

Anna Rose Johnson is a journalist, blogger, and seasoned correspondent for Inside Gymnastics. Anna is passionate about historical fiction, the Native experience, and writing for children. She is a member of the Sault Ste. Marie Chippewa Tribe; The Star That Always Stays is directly based on her great-grandmother. Find her at annarosejohnson.com. 

Website | Twitter | Facebook Group | Instagram | Goodreads | Amazon

 




Giveaway Details:

1 winner will receive a finished copy of THE STAR THAT ALWAYS STAYS, US Only.

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Tour Schedule:

Week One:

7/4/2022

Yabookscentral

Excerpt

7/4/2022

#BRVL Book Review Virginia Lee Blog

Excerpt

7/5/2022

hodophile_z

IG Review

7/5/2022

BookHounds YA

Excerpt/IG Post

7/6/2022

The Paperback Princess

Review/IG Post

7/6/2022

Rajiv’s Reviews

Review/IG Post

7/7/2022

Kait Plus Books

Excerpt/IG Post

7/7/2022

Two Chicks on Books

Excerpt

7/8/2022

The Page Ladies

Review/IG Post

7/8/2022

GryffindorBookishNerd

Review/IG Post

Week Two:

7/11/2022

Log Cabin Library

Excerpt

7/11/2022

The Momma Spot

Review/IG Post

7/12/2022

One More Exclamation

Review/IG Post

7/12/2022

@jaimerockstarbooktours

IG Post

7/13/2022

Two Points of Interest

Review/IG Post

7/13/2022

Nerdophiles

Review/IG Post

7/14/2022

celiamcmahonreads on insta

Review/IG Post

7/14/2022

Little Red Reads

Review

7/15/2022

100 Pages A Day

Review

7/15/2022

Books and Zebras

IG Review


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  1. Louisa says

    July 17, 2022 at 11:49 pm

    The illustrations of this book look so beautiful. I always love children’s books that teach about different heritages and cultures. Thanks for sharing!

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