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by Tara Tolouian (Author)
For as long as Nova can remember, her nights have been spent beneath the glow of the Wishing Star, quietly asking for the same simple gift: a friend. But a childhood defined by constant moving has made that wish feel forever out of reach.
Now an adult, Nova has learned to settle into a solitary life, finding comfort in the quiet corners of a hidden library and the pages of her sketchbooks. Connection feels distant until an unexpected opportunity changes everything. When she's asked to paint a mural in the library's children's section, Nova isn't. expecting to say "yes", and she certainly isn't expecting that decision to lead to the most wonderful experience of her life.
But then she meets Addie, whose kind and compassionate spirit is determined to bring light into Nova's carefully guarded world. Through Addie, Nova is welcomed into a vibrant .and supportive community built on joy, connection, and genuine care. For the first time, friendship no longer feels like a distant wish; it feels real.
Just as Nova begins to open her heart to fragile beginnings of belonging, the life she's now learning to cherish is threatened once again. But this time the question isn't simply how she will endure the loss; it's whether or not she wants to.
A heartfelt story about vulnerability, connection and loss, How Stars Align explores how the most unexpected friendships can change everything.
