Define Of Books Stardust
| Title | : | Stardust |
| Author | : | Neil Gaiman |
| Book Format | : | Paperback |
| Book Edition | : | Special Edition |
| Pages | : | Pages: 248 pages |
| Published | : | August 29th 2006 by Harper Perennial (first published 1997) |
| Categories | : | Horror. Zombies. Young Adult. Science Fiction. Dystopia |
Neil Gaiman
Paperback | Pages: 248 pages Rating: 4.09 | 337558 Users | 17539 Reviews
Narrative In Pursuance Of Books Stardust
Life moves at a leisurely pace in the tiny town of Wall—named after the imposing stone barrier which separates the town from a grassy meadow. Here, young Tristran Thorn has lost his heart to the beautiful Victoria Forester and for the coveted prize of her hand, Tristran vows to retrieve a fallen star and deliver it to his beloved. It is an oath that sends him over the ancient wall and into a world that is dangerous and strange beyond imagining...Present Books Conducive To Stardust
| Original Title: | Stardust |
| ISBN: | 0061142026 (ISBN13: 9780061142024) |
| Edition Language: | English |
| Characters: | Tristran Thorn, Yvaine, Victoria Forester, Dunstan Thorn, Madame Semele, Lady Una, Lord Primus, Lord Septimus, The Lilim, Mr. Monday |
| Setting: | Europe England |
| Literary Awards: | Locus Award Nominee for Best Fantasy Novel (1999), Geffen Award (2000), Mythopoeic Fantasy Award for Adult Literature (1999), ALA Alex Award (2000) |
Rating Of Books Stardust
Ratings: 4.09 From 337558 Users | 17539 ReviewsAssessment Of Books Stardust
A friend gave me this book and I decided to read it before going to see the movie, since I'd heard so many rave reviews of the film. If the movie hadn't been my carrot, though, I never would have made it through the first chapter, let alone the entire story. Let me say that I adore the fantasy genre (check my book list), so this is not outside my interest. However, in attempting to write a "fairy tale for adults" Gaimon completely missed the mark. Apparently his idea of what makes a story "forThere's more to this Adult Fairy Tale than meets the eye. This beloved new classic is a tight little package for the consideration of any jaded or unbelieving adult out there. A fast read, it is pleasurable, readable, crazy with the fusing of real "drama" with that of a New World (or alternate dimension).
You have to believe. Otherwise, it will never happen.My first Neil Gaiman book was a disappointment. I didn't like this very much. It wasn't a bad book exactly, but it was also far from being a good one. The characters didn't have much depth, the plot was unrealistic and completely predictable. For me, this is one highly overrated novel and I don't get what the fuss is all about. I still haven't watched the movie but I feel like this could be one of those rare cases when the screen adaption is
(B+) 77% | GoodNotes: The endings flat and it doesn't have a climax, but its still a great homage to the tradition of dark, folkloric fairy tales.
*3.5 of 5 shooting stars* For a kiss, and the pledge of your hand, said Tristran, grandiloquently, I would bring you that fallen star. He shivered. His coat was thin, and it was obvious that he would not get the kiss, which he found puzzling. The main heroes of the penny dreadfuls and shilling novels never had these problems getting kissed. Go on, then, said Victoria. And if you do, I will. What? said Tristran. If you bring me that star, said Victoria, The one that just fell, not
Wonderful storytelling but..... I didn't really enjoy anything else 😩
3.5/5I really enjoyed this book! Even if I enjoyed the movie more than the book.I love that this is an adult fairytale & I love the comedy aspects of it, but part of it felt like a not totally complete story, whereas the movie really did bring things around.Regardless, I LOVE Neil Gaiman's writing style and storytelling. He truly is a master story teller! The audiobook was narrated by him and it made the story that much better because of it.
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