Every Star That Falls

Name: Every Star That Falls
Author: Michael Thomas Ford

by Michael Thomas Ford

Young Adult Fiction

This much-anticipated sequel to the acclaimed fan-favorite novel Suicide Notes is a funny, touching look at what happens when you give up trying to be someone people want you to be and become exactly who you are. Jeff spent forty-five days in the psych ward of a hospital after a suicide attempt. Now that he’s home and has accepted that he’s gay, he’s ready to reenter his life feeling stronger and more comfortable being his true self than ever before. But it’s hard to come back to an old life when you have a new perspective on it. Returning to school is complicated, and his mother’s anxiety isn’t helping. Jeff will also have to figure out how to reconnect with his best friend, Allie, whose boyfriend he kissed before he went to the hospital. To make things even more complicated, a fellow patient from the ward suddenly appears at school, which brings up all kinds of mixed emotions for Jeff. Luckily, he’s got new friends from a local community center for queer youths to help him through it all. And some may turn out to be more than just friends… *** "Generous, wry, and big-hearted. A touching and riotous journey through the legacies of pain and the wonders of connection."—Eliot Schrefer, two-time National Book Award finalist and New York Times bestselling author "Michael Thomas Ford put me through it with this stunning sequel. A touching, funny, and thoughtful exploration of how we move on from our toughest choices and embrace what makes us unique, even if we're imperfect."—Jason June, New York Times bestselling author of Out of the Blue “In Every Star That Falls, Ford examines with heart and compassion not just what it is to be queer, but the ways in which queerness changes relationships and frees us.”—LC Rosen, author of Jack of Hearts and Camp “Every Star That Falls is an extraordinarily fun and wild ride that will make you laugh and cry on numerous occasions. There is no way to tell what happens next but each chapter comes with a wonderful surprise that keeps you hooked into the moment. The book brings you a lot of things—complex characters, intricate relationships and a beautiful message for the new generation. It’s the kind of story that genuinely reflects the growing complexity of life for young people.”—Vincent Tirado, author of the Pura Belpré Award–winning Burn Down, Rise Up "A sweet, loving, joyful celebration of queer identity! Queer joy is real, and we deserve happy endings, too!"—Bill Konigsberg, award-winning author of The Bridge and Destination Unknown “Packed with charming characters and witty narration, Every Star That Falls is a moving story about boldly—and proudly—becoming your true self. We've waited fifteen long years for this sequel, and it was so worth the wait!“—Phil Stamper, national bestselling author of The Gravity of Us and Golden Boys "Brimming with humor and refreshing boldness, Every Star That Falls is a modern yet timeless exploration of what it means to exist authentically in the world. These characters will grab you by the heart and remain with you long after the last page is turned."—Brian D. Kennedy, author of A Little Bit Country

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Dive deeper into the resonant world of Michael Thomas Ford with *Every Star That Falls*, a compelling sequel that picks up the threads of profound adolescent experience initiated in the acclaimed *Suicide Notes*. For readers who found themselves drawn to the raw vulnerability and emotional depth of *Suicide Notes*, rating it a solid 4/5, *Every Star That Falls* offers a continuation of that introspective journey, albeit with a renewed sense of hope and self-discovery. While the initial inclination might lean towards the cathartic exploration of despair found in *Suicide Notes*, *Every Star That Falls* subtly realigns this trajectory, demonstrating how confronting darker moments can illuminate the path towards authentic living. The undeniable VIBE/MOOD that connects these two novels is a shared exploration of the often-turbulent landscape of young adulthood, where the search for identity is fraught with internal and external pressures. *Suicide Notes* introduced us to Jeff’s struggle with his identity and his attempts to navigate a world that felt overwhelming, setting a tone of intense emotional grappling. *Every Star That Falls* then builds upon this foundation, presenting Jeff as he re-enters life after a significant crisis, now armed with a newfound acceptance of his queerness and a determination to embrace his true self. This transition is not without its challenges, and here lies the exquisite tension between the two works: *Suicide Notes* laid bare the precipice, while *Every Star That Falls* charts the often-complicated descent back into living.