Author Glendy Vanderah has had a passion for animals since she was a child. Like Jo, Glendy researched birds at university. But Where the Forest Meets the Stars is far deeper than a simple story about birds.
At first, it is difficult to connect with Jo. Her pain is too deep. But as we turn the pages, we meet Ursa, a special child with a thirst for knowledge. We watch Ursa peel away the layers of Jo’s and Gabe’s troubled souls.
The story is part fantasy—is Ursa really from the stars? But meanwhile, it is also deeply real, especially as Ursa’s own history comes to the surface. Where the Forest Meets the Stars teaches us that everyday life can be magical, which readers will understand as Ursa discovers the five miracles she hopes for. We also learn that no matter how challenging life can be, all difficulties can be overcome. Most importantly, the book teaches us that we can find trust and love even when it is least expected. Where the Forest Meets the Stars is a powerful story that will both warm your heart and make you cry.
