The Stars Don't Lie by Boo Walker is a heartwarming story that delves into themes of self-discovery, love, and redemption. The narrative follows Carver, a successful veterinarian, as he embarks on a journey back to his hometown after two decades. Through encounters with past relationships and confronting his demons, Carver learns to love himself and opens up to finding love again. The book beautifully portrays the impact of teachers, the struggles of aging relationships, and the importance of overcoming past traumas to move forward towards a brighter future.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
The content warnings include themes of mental health, suicide, loss, and some use of bad language.
Has Romance?
While romance is present, its development is intertwined with personal growth and healing rather than being the sole focus.
From The Publisher:
A man who thought he put his shattered past behind him embarks on a reflective journey home in a heartfelt novel by the bestselling author of The Singing Trees and A Spanish Sunrise.
Haunted by a tragic decision he made twenty years ago, veterinarian Dr. Carver Livingston has not once returned to his Vermont hometown. Now his parents' impending divorce and his mother's plea for support lure Carver to a reluctant homecoming. His mission: sweep into Teterbury, save a marriage, and get out before anyone else from his past knows he was even there. Fate has other plans.
It's hard to hide from former friends. Harder still to fight old feelings for the crushing and beautiful high school soulmate whom he dreams of pursuing again. And Mrs. Cartwright, his fragile English teacher, who once pulled Carver out of sadness. She taught him to always look up and to see life's grander perspective in the stars. Now it's Carver's turn to help Mrs. Cartwright find those bright lights in the dark.
Against his need to leave, Carver decides to stay longer, as he, his mother and father, and Mrs. Cartwright are all at turning points in their lives. Hope is not lost. If they look up, they'll see that tonight, the stars still shine.
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