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People Like Stars

By Patrice Lawrence

Three strangers uncover family secrets that could change everything—but can they trust one another?

gripping mysterious compassionate thought-provoking

Genres

Mystery Friendship/Family Realistic Fiction

What is People Like Stars about?

Ayrton, Stanley and Sen are three strangers with very different lives—and one extraordinary secret connecting them. Ayrton’s mother is terrified of losing him again after he was taken as a baby. Stanley is determined to uncover the truth about his forbidden grandmother. Sen is trying to keep her new home while hiding from her mysterious landlady. When the three meet, old lies begin to unravel, forcing them to confront family secrets, trust one another and decide what friendship really means.

About the author

Patrice Lawrence is a popular British author who loves writing exciting stories about family, friendship, and adventure. Her award-winning book, 'Orangeboy', has been enjoyed by many readers. Patrice grew up in London and often uses her own experiences to create memorable characters and places in her books. She hopes to inspire young people to enjoy reading and writing.

Pages

288 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

This edition

2025

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