Star Girl (Unabridged) Audiobook, by Jerry Spinelli Play Audiobook Sample

Star Girl Audiobook (Unabridged)

Star Girl (Unabridged) Audiobook, by Jerry Spinelli Play Audiobook Sample
Currently Unavailable
This audiobook is no longer available through the publisher and we don't know if or when it will become available again. Please check out similar audiobooks below, and click the "Vote this up!" button to let us know you're interested in this title. This audiobook has 3 votes
Read By: John Ritter Publisher: Listening Library Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 3.00 hours at 1.5x Speed 2.25 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: November 2003 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN:

Other Audiobooks Written by Jerry Spinelli: > View All...

Publisher Description

She's as magical as the desert sky. As strange as her pet rat. As mysterious as her own name.

From the day she arrives at quiet Mica High in a burst of color and sound, the hallways hum with the murmur of Stargirl, Stargirl. She captures Leo Borlock's heart with just one smile. She sparks a school-spirit revolution with just one cheer. The students of Mica High are enchanted.

At first.

Then they turn on her. Stargirl is suddenly shunned for everything that makes her different. And Leo, panicked and desperate with love, urges her to become the very thing that can destroy her: normal.

In this celebration of nonconformity, Newbery Medalist Jerry Spinelli weaves a tense, emotional tale about the perils of popularity and the thrill and inspiration of first love.

Download and start listening now!

"When Stargirl arrives at Mica high, the students aren't sure what to make of her prairie dresses, ukelele, singing, and upbeat spirit. The reader watches while Mica high evolves around - and because - of her into something at times complacent, at times ugly, and at times occassionally beautiful. It's a tale that must be witnessed - the all too common truth about how society reacts to individuals who don't fit the mold."

— Michelle (4 out of 5 stars)

Star Girl (Unabridged) Listener Reviews

Overall Performance: 4.2962962962963 out of 54.2962962962963 out of 54.2962962962963 out of 54.2962962962963 out of 54.2962962962963 out of 5 (4.30)
5 Stars: 17
4 Stars: 4
3 Stars: 4
2 Stars: 1
1 Stars: 1
Narration: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5 (0.00)
5 Stars: 0
4 Stars: 0
3 Stars: 0
2 Stars: 0
1 Stars: 0
Story: 0 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 50 out of 5 (0.00)
5 Stars: 0
4 Stars: 0
3 Stars: 0
2 Stars: 0
1 Stars: 0
Write a Review
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I really liked this book! It has a unique-ness to it that isn't like many other books. "

    — Ruuqqyyah, 1/21/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " The story was just plain sweet. Everyone who will read this book will have a huge smile on their face. The author is amazing. He makes even the sad parts into a beautiful thing. This book was phenomenal and whoever will read it, will think so too. "

    — Ruth, 1/8/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " An eye-opener and life-changing book. "

    — Jey, 1/8/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " For me this was the best book I read as a teen. It helped me wrap my mind around other lives and what the world brought to the table. "

    — Hillary, 1/1/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " It wasn't the type of book that I enjoy much, but it was pretty good. The book made me wonder about certain things that happened in the book, so it wasn't boring. It just felt drowsy and slow. Too quiet. "

    — Angie, 12/10/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " STAR GIRL IS AN AMAZING BOOK! THIS NOVEL JUST MADE ME CRYYYYY! REALLY! TOT Seriously. I enjoyed reading it. :) MUST READ! "

    — Livinia, 11/24/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I love Stargirl. I could read it one million times in a row and love it just as much every time. The kind of book that gives you a better outlook on life after you read it. I recommend it to everybody. (Also, sidenote, it's not as girly as it sounds. Don't judge it by the title. Boys can enjoy this book just as much as girls. And the narrator of the book is a boy.) "

    — Brett-Morgan, 11/21/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I enjoyed this book because It was all about being different which has alot to do with what schools all about.I enjoyed stargirl and all the funny things she did. It was sad ending but it made it all the more unpredictable.It was a great book to read "

    — Lachlan, 11/9/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I read this book YEARS ago. And I loved it. I loved it so much. The weird person in school. If you give them a chance it'll change you forever. The fight between doing what's right and fitting in.Portrayed perfectly in this novel! "

    — Frankie, 10/5/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " It was quirky, but I liked it enough to want to read book #2. "

    — Shawna, 9/28/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Starts and stopped this book a lot but I finally finished it. It was weird, but good and I don't know if I want to read the next one! "

    — Alexis, 9/27/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " okay, but not the best "

    — Gawronat16, 8/18/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " this book is an okay book but i don't really get the story. all i know is that she had a boyfriend and like a whole bunch of drama. "

    — Sara, 6/15/2012
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " I don't remember this book that well - I read it quite some time ago - I just remember how stupid I thought it was. :p "

    — Alexa, 3/21/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " One of the five books that impacted Taylor Swifts's life!! A story of individuality and strength in the face of conformity. A must read for teens. "

    — Lakeview, 12/15/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " One of my favourite books I borrowed from the school library. It's weird and quirky and a great read. "

    — Sarah, 8/15/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I might be Stargirl. "

    — Sarah, 7/24/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " As any book by Jerry Spinelli it is wonderfully put together and makes you think yet is delightfully light-hearted. Great coming of age and delivers a wonderful message. Be yourself. Help others. And above all, be happy. "

    — Josie, 7/9/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I loved how Spinelli managed to keep the story in between mystery and too-teenage-ish! Just enough to keep someone like me reading. The metaphors & all that figurative things made it more interesting. 5 stars to Stargirl. :) "

    — Jenny, 6/22/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Amazingly simple yet so amazingly inspiring "

    — Leah, 5/23/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I really like this book. I just started it, but I really like it. "

    — Claire, 5/23/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Couldn't put this book down today! Should be a must read for teens and all ages above!! I loved how the book ended and sad at how realistic these situations are for teens. "

    — Jen, 5/23/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This is my absolutely favorite book tied with Peter Pan. "

    — Helly, 5/22/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " If you haven't, YOU MUST READ THIS BOOK it will make you realize your inner self,one of the best books I've read! "

    — Hannah, 5/19/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Besides being funny and heartwarming, this book has great insight into conformity and idividuality. Stargirl Caraway is one of my new favorite characters. "

    — Dina, 5/17/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " A great read for anyone! Can't wait for my kids to read this. It is timeless... "

    — Shannon, 5/17/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Favorite book of all time. "

    — Mindy, 5/16/2011

About Jerry Spinelli

Jerry Spinelli discovered his calling in 1957 when his high school football team won a big game. The town celebrated and his fellow students raced through the streets, but Jerry sneaked back home and marked the occasion in his own way. He wrote a poem. Later the town newspaper published it. He has been a writer ever since. Married to Eileen Spinelli, who is also a writer, Jerry was for many years an editor for the Chilton Company. Now a full-time writer, he lives in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. His immensely popular books include Space Station Seventh Grade, Jason and Marceline, Who Put That Hair in My Toothbrush?, and Maniac Magee, which has won more than fifteen state children’s book awards in addition to the Newbery Medal.