Victoria Stardust Goes to Camp - Paperback

by Lyla Berry (Author), Richard Waldron (Author), Lee Maurer (Illustrator)

Victoria Stardust lives in the heart of New York City, where skyscrapers drown out the stars and fitting in feels more important than being yourself. Victoria's one escape is Camp Star Lake, a place tucked far away from the city lights, where each summer she gets to start fresh-no school drama, no teasing, and no pressure to be anyone but herself.

Victoria's greatest love is astronomy. She's fascinated by constellations, galaxies, and the vastness of the universe-but back home, that passion only makes her a target for bullies who think she's weird. At camp, she hopes things will be different. And at first, they are.

This summer, she meets Leo, a quiet, thoughtful boy who shares her love for the stars. They bond over late-night stargazing and telescope sessions, forming a friendship that helps Victoria feel seen for who she really is. But not everything is peaceful at Camp Star Lake. Julia, a "mean" camper, seems to have it out for Victoria, constantly teasing her and putting her down.

As the summer unfolds, tensions rise-but so do surprising truths. Through unexpected conversations, shared experiences, and one emotional night under the stars, Victoria starts to see Julia in a new light. What begins as rivalry slowly transforms into friendship, as both girls open up about their own insecurities and struggles.

By the end of camp, Victoria has learned more than just constellations-she's learned that people are more than they seem, that friendship takes courage, and that being yourself is braver than pretending to fit in. Victoria Stardust Goes to Camp is a heartwarming coming-of-age story about finding connection, embracing who you are, and discovering that even in the darkest skies, there's always light to be found.