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Star Child: A Biographical Constellation of Octavia Estelle Butler

Ibi Zoboi
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Star Child: A Biographical Constellation of Octavia Estelle Butler

Nonfiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 2022

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Ibi Zoboi

Star Child: A Biographical Constellation of Octavia Estelle Butler

Nonfiction | Poem | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

118

Format

Poem • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography

Children`s Literature
Setting

United States • 20th century

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

NP

Reviews & Readership

4.4

1,874 ratings

80%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Star Child: A Biographical Constellation of Octavia Estelle Butler by Ibi Zoboi is praised for its lyrical prose and innovative blend of biography and speculative fiction. Reviewers commend its insightful portrayal of Butler's life and legacy, though some find the narrative structure occasionally disjointed. Overall, it's a captivating tribute to a literary icon.

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Who Should Read Star Child: A Biographical Constellation of Octavia Estelle Butler?

Readers who relish Star Child: A Biographical Constellation of Octavia Estelle Butler by Ibi Zoboi likely appreciate biographies and science fiction, similar to fans of Kindred by Butler herself and Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly. They enjoy exploring influential Black voices and their contributions to literature and society.

4.4

1,874 ratings

80%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

118

Format

Poem • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography

Children`s Literature
Setting

United States • 20th century

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

NP

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