Book Overview
IT'S BACK TO SCHOOL FOR THE START OF A NEW TERM, AND THE ECCENTRIC CASSONS ARE UP TO THEIR OLD TRICKS Indigo, having just recovered from a bout of mononucleosis, must return to school after missing an entire semester. Only his younger sister and loyal sidekick, Rose, knows why he's dreading it so much. As it turns out, the school bullies are eagerly awaiting Indigo's return so that they can pick up where they left off -- flushing his head in the toilet. But Indigo hasn't counted on meeting Tom, an American student who is staying with his grandmother in England for the year. With his couldn't-care-less attitude and rock-and-roll lifestyle, Tom becomes Indigo's ally, and together they work to take back the school. Meanwhile, eight-year-old Rose is desperately trying to avoid wearing horrible glasses, nineteen-year-old Caddy is agonizing over her many suitors, Saffy is working overtime with her best friend, Sarah, to protect Indigo from the gang, and with their father, Bill, in London at his art studio, their mother, Eve, is just trying to stay on top of it all
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:141691403X
ISBN13:9781416914037
Release Date:February 2006
Publisher:Margaret K. McElderry Books
Length:288 Pages
Weight:0.45 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 5.1" x 7.4"
Age Range:8 to 12 years
Grade Range:Grades 3 to 7
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
Indigo's Star is a star
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
This is a great family story, with all the bumps and scrapes left in. Nobody loves their siblings all the time! These kids each have their own lives and interests, but care about each other, too. Indigo's experiences with school and friends and sisters are totally believable, even when you can't believe they're happening. From bullies to stars, to music and friends, it all rings true. Read Saffy's Angel and Permenant Rose, too. They are all great books, but Indigo's Star may be the best.
A Work of Art
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
Living as a 21st Century 12 year old boy can be tough. Especially when you're bullied relentlessly. Just like Indigo Casson. Indigo is different, herefore a perfect target for abuse. His head is flushed in toilets by a group of controlling, mean-spirited boys, just because he is different. But then he meets Tom, an American boy visiting England, and everything changes. Tom is a shock to everyone. With his non-chalant demeanor and blank expression, he is a difficuly one to figure out. Yet he is victimised as well. But the bullies soon learn that Tom Levin is not one to be reckoned with. He begins a quick friendship with Indigo's younger sister, Rose. This book is a touching masterpiece. And completely worth the time.
Funny book with a message
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
This book was very enjoyable to read. The characters are very quirky, but are also very endearing. They often do funny things, but they take care of each other. The family portrayed is very unconventional, but exists as a very positive family unit. While this book has its funny parts, it also has an important message about bullying. The bully is represented as a caricature through most of the book, with a mindless group of followers. The book brings readers to question how the bully gets his power and why the followers are there. I have not read Hilary McKay's other novels about the Casson family, but I am looking forward to doing so. I am also looking forward to recommending this novel to my students.
A star book
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
Truly amazing. I loved this story! Hilary McKay used great intriguing details and words. She made me feel for the characters, and at one point I was actually crying! I would give it two thumbs up. I started to feel that I was there with Indigo and the other charcters. I felt that they were a part of me, that their feelings were my feelings. I was amazed.
Excellent
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 20 years ago
I picked up a copy of Indigo's Star in a bookstore and sat down to look it over. A couple of hours later I was well into the story and I knew I couldn't leave without my own copy. This book is, in a word, perfect. The characters are one of a kind, the story is funny and warm-hearted, and all in all it has that special flavor that can only be found in the pages of a book by Hilary McKay. Read this book! You won't be disappointed.
Copyright © 2025 Thriftbooks.com
Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information | Cookie Policy | Cookie Preferences | Accessibility Statement
ThriftBooks ® and the ThriftBooks ® logo are registered trademarks of Thrift Books Global, LLC
ThriftBooks ® and the ThriftBooks ® logo are registered trademarks of Thrift Books Global, LLC
