This book is a great blend of paranormal fantasy with a light sprinkle of high school drama and a dash of mythology. Anora not your typical YA protagonist. She has a mysterious ability to see dead people, and she’s trying her best to stay under the radar at her new school. Watching her navigate her powers, the secrets she’s hiding, and the complicated relationships she’s building kept me hooked from start to finish. Shy's slow burn with banter and tension chemistry with Anora is just chef’s kiss. Great urban setting. Scarlett St. Clair takes elements of mythology and weaves them seamlessly into this modern setting. The beginning started off with a nice kick. If you’re into paranormal fantasy with a touch of forbidden romance, high stakes, and mythological vibes, When Stars Come Out should be on your TBR.

Sometimes, you just need a paranormal YA novel, and When Stars Come Out delivered just that. I haven't read much of St. Clair's back log of novels, but I did really enjoy this one. Would recommend to fans of Kayla Cottingham's My Dearest Darkest. Definitely one I enjoyed!

I was so happy to start with this book because I’ve loved everything I’ve read by Scarlett so far, and this book was no exception. I heard it was a “Greek mythology retelling” and I do see some of it but not on the heavier side, and I guess that depending on the reader could be good or bad. Other than that the story was fun to read, loved high school romance aspect of it, and what really surprised me was how much I enjoyed the mistery side of it.

i will say the narrative is a little odd at times. usually with first person POVs, the reader learns things at the same time the MC does. but with the world-building here, the MC is aware of certain things but the reader doesnt find out about it until later, meaning some elements of the plot are a little murky for only the reader until the reveal, which i found to be a bit of a weird choice as makes the beginning a little slow.

This was actually so much fun!!! It's really similar to the dark elements series by Jennifer L Armentrout. I'll definitely read the next one!

Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the e-arc.

This was very fine, but ultimately forgettable. I actually loved the opening and was pretty compelled - it really reminded me of Twilight - but as the plot went on it got more repetitive and boring.

When Stars Come Out is a coming of age fantasy where Anora is coming to grips with her new power. The power to turn spirits into coins. Starting a new school was supposed to be a new beginning but this school is different and strange and she feels like she is being watched.

I love a good fantasy novel and really enjoyed this one. It was a little different to a lot that I have read and the characters were all well written. I am looking forward to the next instalment!

If you love high school based fantasy with fated mates this is for you!

This one is a fun young adult romance. It kind of gives those 2010s teen wolf/vampire diaries vibes with ravens.At some points it’s cringe especially at the parts when they’re describing their feelings toward each other. Even though they are fated lovers, their descriptions are too much. You are 16/17 for gods sake how can you be so in love. The writing is also very easy readable, if you’re in for a quick fun young adult fantasy book which gives 2010s tv shows vibes, you should definitely read this one!

I really wanted to love this one. I’ve heard such amazing things about it from friends, but unfortunately it fell a little flat.

I’m absolute trash for the dual timelines, but I felt like things in the past timeline were rushed. I would’ve liked to have seen Sandy and Hank’s story as teenagers drawn out more than it was.

I also didn’t feel connected at all to Sandy, I think she could’ve left her hometown at any time. If she wanted out that badly, she would’ve done any and everything to make it happen. So her jealousy of Hank and him getting out and living his dreams was a bit exhausting to me.

The bright spot for me was Baileyville! I loved this cutesy little town. I come from a small town in Michigan, so it made me all warm and fuzzy thinking about what my life here is like.

in conclusion

All said, this is a 3.5 star read for me. I finished it, but I didn’t love it.

Following the death of her grandfather, Anora quite literally sees dead people. Her mom, however, is one step away from committing her after Anora tells her about her ability. After an incident, they move to Oklahoma to start over in a new town and school.

Going to a new school is difficult, especially when trying to hide the fact you see dead people, until…Anora finds out that she’s not the only one who can. But in true high school fashion, being the new girl inspires curiosity around the school, as well as brings some Mean Girls vibes.

I recommend When Stars Come Out to readers of paranormal YA urban fantasy (especially one with a unique magic system!)

I wish I could read Scarlett St Clair books every single day for the rest of my whole entire life oh my GOD

I loved this book, it was a very interesting concept and I was in it from page one. It gave me such good One of Us was Lying mystery vibes.

Good story. Slightly odd and slow at times as you seem to be on the back footing with learning things the other characters already know, think of it as reading the second book in a series without reading the first, it sometimes felt like I’d missed something. Nevertheless a fun read.

I love a good YA urban fantasy, and I think if you go in with the appropriate expectations you will really enjoy this one!

The writing is good, the characters are likable, and the story/plot is what I expected.

Most of me liking a book has more to do with my enjoyment than anything else and I enjoyed this one!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for my copy in exchange for my review.

Really like this. Wasn’t the best that I have read from Scarlett St. Clair but it was a fun read and will continue to seek her books out.

I was hoping for a fast paced fantasy romance, but this book was not what I anticipated. I was not a fan of the pacing, the characters, or the storyline. I had to start and stop this book many times, making it hard to remember what was going on.

First off, I have no idea why it took me so long to start reading this book. I loved the description and the cover, but for some reason I hadn’t picked it up. Until yesterday evening. I almost read this book in one sitting if I’m honest. It was engaging and easy to read whilst having a well defined mythology and universe. I would recommend! Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for an ARC.

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This is a book I received as an ARC from NetGalley a while back. It’s been on my reading list for a while but I just hadn’t felt the itch to read it. Not sure why. The cover is cute and the blurb sounds great. Yesterday I started to read it and today I finished it. I didn’t quite read it in one sitting but it wasn’t far off if I’m honest.

I really enjoyed this book. Whilst the premise isn’t all that original (a new girl with a mysterious past moves to a new town that has its fair share of secrets), I did like the author’s take on this tale. The story was accessible and enjoyable. I probably won’t spend any time analysing character motivation or ruminating over the themes, but it kept me fully engaged for hours!

This was an interesting YA book. Anora can see the dead. She can also turn ghosts into gold coins. Of course, she keeps this a secret and just wants to live a normal life. She starts a new school. Life has other plans for Anora. On the first day at her new school, she claims the soul of a dead girl and loses the coin. Why?! She now can steal souls using the coin. What else could go wrong? A classmate is dead. I was really hooked on this from the beginning. A solid YA paranormal book.
*thank you netgalley for an arc.

Kind of boring. I guess I expected a lot of action but there’s a lot of world building and I don’t know that I was prepared for that.

I wasn't quite sure how I'd feel about this book after reading her adult books. I am not the biggest fan of her adult books, I feel like the writing quality suffers a little bit- so I didn't know what to expect going into this. But, I think this book is the best book she's written. The story is good, the writing quality is good, and I like the characters. It's a very interesting concept and I enjoyed it.