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All her world’s a stage.
Bertie Shakespeare Smith is not an actress, yet she lives in a theater.
She’s not an orphan, but she has no parents.
She knows every part, but she has no lines of her own.
That is, until now.
NATE. Dashing pirate. Will do anything to protect Bertie.
COBWEB, MOTH, MUSTARD SEED, and PEASEBLOSSOM. Four tiny and incredibly annoying fairies. BERTIE’S sidekicks.
ARIEL. Seductive air spirit and Bertie’s weakness. The symbol of impending doom.
BERTIE. Our heroine.
Welcome to the Théâtre Illuminata, where the actors of every play ever written can be found behind the curtain. They were born to play their parts, and are bound to the Théâtre by The Book—an ancient and magical tome of scripts. Bertie is not one of them, but they are her family—and she is about to lose them all and the only home she has ever known.
Lisa Mantchev has written a debut novel that is dramatic, romantic, and witty, with an irresistible and irreverent cast of characters who are sure to enchant the audience.
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The InGroup Eyes Like Stars reviews:
“I can't wait for the next book!” – Caroline, age 13
“I would recommend this novel to any Shakespeare enthusiasts who would want to see his characters in a story twist! Plus great fantasy and amazing writing!” – Diana, age 16
“This book would be perfect for a lover of the fantasy genre.” – Julie, age 17
“I've never read a book so original and unpredictable from cover to cover. Every page held a surprise.” – Kathleen, age 16
“After reading about a million paranormal/vampire novels it’s nice to read something completely different.” – Megan, age 13
“The plot. It is so intricate and layered and imaginative…I could go on and on. The idea is just so unique and absorbing, so that while you know it’s fantasy, it still seems real.” – Theodora, age 16
“The characters jumped from the pages. They each had a unique personality that shines through every chapter.” – Yan, age 17
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Praise for Eyes Like Stars:
“Lisa Mantchev’s theatrical fantasy ‘Eyes Like Stars’ pits a plucky orphan, Beatrice Shakespeare Smith, and her fairy attendants against the wiles of Ariel and a stuffy stage manager.”—New York Times Book Review
“All the world's truly a stage in Lisa Mantchev’s innovative tale, Eyes Like Stars. Magical stagecraft, unmanageable fairies, and a humourous cast of classical characters form the backdrop for this imaginative coming-of age.”—Suzanne Collins
“With an iron-willed girl hero whose magic is with words, and a universe that is also the ultimate theater, Eyes Like Stars is the most unusual fantasy I’ve read this year! I recommend it to anyone who loves drama, strong girls, and rowdy faery folk!”—Tamora Pierce
“Electric…delicious…fascinating…vivid…smart and sassy…bawdy and hilarious…Brava! Encore!”—Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review
“Bertie’s determined efforts to become invaluable form the basic plot in this wildly imagined adventure…Mantchev clearly knows theater from all angles, and she uses inventive play-within-play formats to create a tumble of multiple, even metaphysical narratives filled with delicious banter and familiar characters from the dramatic canon. Many teens, particularly those with some theatrical background, will look forward to the sequel suggested at the end of this bravely flamboyant and wholly original romp.”—Booklist
“Mantchev's first novel feels dreamlike…underneath is a solid story about the search for happiness and identity. Inside jokes will delight drama club devotees…but this passionate debut should attract a broader readership as well.”—Publishers Weekly
LISA MANTCHEV wrote her first play in the fourth grade, and has been involved in the theater ever since. She has published numerous short stories, but Eyes Like Stars is her first novel. She lives with her husband, daughter, and four hairy miscreant dogs on the Olympic Peninsula of Washington state.
Linda Ward-Callighan talks about Eyes Like Stars by Lisa Manchev All her worlds a stage. Bertie Shakespeare Smith is not an actress, yet she lives in a theater. Shes not an orphan, but she has no parents. She knows every part, but she has no lines of her own. That is, until now. Buy it now wherever books are sold.
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