A Star in the Endless Night

Startouched

Fiction - New Adult
462 Pages
Reviewed on 10/13/2024
Buy on Amazon

This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Free Book Program, which is open to all readers and is completely free. The author will provide you with a free copy of their book in exchange for an honest review. You and the author will discuss what sites you will post your review to and what kind of copy of the book you would like to receive (eBook, PDF, Word, paperback, etc.). To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email.

This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Book Review Exchange Program, which is open to all authors and is completely free. Simply put, you agree to provide an honest review an author's book in exchange for the author doing the same for you. What sites your reviews are posted on (B&N, Amazon, etc.) and whether you send digital (eBook, PDF, Word, etc.) or hard copies of your books to each other for review is up to you. To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email, and be sure to describe your book or include a link to your Readers' Favorite review page or Amazon page.

This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Book Donation Program, which was created to help nonprofit and charitable organizations (schools, libraries, convalescent homes, soldier donation programs, etc.) by providing them with free books and to help authors garner more exposure for their work. This author is willing to donate free copies of their book in exchange for reviews (if circumstances allow) and the knowledge that their book is being read and enjoyed. To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email. Be sure to tell the author who you are, what organization you are with, how many books you need, how they will be used, and the number of reviews, if any, you would be able to provide.

    Book Review

Reviewed by Carol Thompson for Readers' Favorite

Jenna Page’s debut novel, A Star in the Endless Night, is a captivating journey into a world where magic, mystery, and romance blend effortlessly. The narrative pulls readers in from the start with a unique premise: a young woman bound by her circumstances is unexpectedly freed by a wizard struggling with his dark past. What follows is a rich exploration of her hidden powers and an intricate relationship with her enigmatic benefactor. As Estelle discovers the secrets of her aura, the stakes rise, and the tension between her and the wizard, Dirk, becomes compelling and heartfelt. Their dynamic is filled with moments of self-discovery, hope, and a touch of vulnerability that makes their evolving relationship genuinely touching.

First and foremost, it’s hard to believe this is Jenna Page’s debut novel. It is so well-written, with a narrative that grips you and doesn’t let you go, and the plotting is equal to that of literary masters. Page seamlessly blends romance, intrigue, and world-building, making it clear that this is only the beginning of a promising literary career. The story flows with elegance and is skillfully handled. The opening scene draws readers into the story, and each character plays a significant role. What’s truly impressive is the way Page weaves small details into the story to sharpen the settings and tone without being overly descriptive. The fade-to-black scenes aren’t forced and are effective. A Star in the Endless Night is the first of a duology. This is a must-read for readers who enjoy literary classics.