Angel has been abandoned; suddenly she's in charge - not just of her little brother, but of her stubborn great-grandma too.

In a dreary and lonely world there is only one bright spot - a mysterious stranger who appears on clear nights to teach Angel all about the stars.

Themes: family, responsibility, coming of age, friendship, cultural differences Teaching Focus: * Strong character development with opportunity for drama activities * Rich in language work, especially American English * Skilled use of tension and suspense links to chapters and drives plot * Strong but subtle development of major themes Recommended for students in Years 7 and 8