The Girl with Stars in Her Eyes (The Lillys #1)
A story of love, loss, and rock-and-roll
Growing up, Antonia 'Toni' Bennett’s guitar was her only companion...until she met Sebastian Quick.
Seb was a little older, a lot wiser, and he became Toni’s way out, promising they’d escape their small town together. Then Seb turned eighteen and split without looking back.
Now, Toni B is all grown up and making a name for herself in Philadelphia’s indie scene. When a friend suggests she try out for the hottest new band in the country, she decides to take a chance…not realising that this opportunity will bring her face-to-face with the boy who broke her heart and nearly stole her dreams.
'A sweet story of found family and the power of music.' — Kirkus Reviews
'Written with an easy grace and vivid style… I was fascinated with the music scene, something I know nothing about, but which was brought to bright life in this engaging, vivid page-turner.' — Kristan Higgins, NYT Bestselling Author
'I devoured The Girl with Stars in her Eyes! It's so incredibly good! Axelrod's richly complex characters and her authentic world of up-and-coming musicians deliver a truly captivating read. I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough. Xio Axelrod is an auto-buy for me!' — Karen Rose, #1 Internationally Bestselling Author
'Written with an expertise in — and deep reverence for — the music industry, The Girl With Stars in Her Eyes is a brilliant standout. Axelrod’s writing sings sweetly, transporting the reader to gritty clubs and brightly lit stages, making us feel the buzz of Toni’s burgeoning stardom even amidst the tangle of her heartache. Sharp, propulsive, and sexy. Once I started, I couldn’t put it down. Antonia and Seb are imprinted in my book-loving heart. I genuinely, truly, relished this book.' — Christina Lauren, NYT and #1 International Bestselling Author
'You will lose sleep and fall in love with a book you never knew you needed. The Girl with Stars in Her Eyes is a stunning and magical novel full of swoon-worthy, complex, and deserving characters who I need in my life. Xio has found a fangirl in me and I bow in her greatness!' — Carrie Ann Ryan
ISBN: 9781492698760 | Published: 12 July 2021 | Paperback | 464 pages
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