Aya and the Star Chaser

Written by Radiya Hafiza · Illustrated by Kaley McKean

A girl gains uncontrollable powers from a star. Can she stop a looming darkness?

3.7 Goodreads · 38 ratings

224 pages· ~650L

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Bookroo's summary

Aya, enchanted by stars, is struck by one, gaining uncontrollable powers. As the sinister Abnus seizes Alferra, darkness threatens her world. Can Aya master her magic to protect her loved ones before time runs out? Dive into a gothic fairytale where Bengali folklore and magic collide.

From the publisher

For fans of Sophie Anderson and South Asian myths and legends comes a fairytale based on Bengali folklore that puts brown girls centre-stage, from the author of Rumaysa: A Fairytale. Filled with gorgeous black and white illustrations by Kaley McKean. Aya has been fascinated by stars ever since she can remember. But never in her wildest imagination did she expect to get struck by one and develop powers beyond her control. When the evil Abnus takes over the region of Alferra in search of power, Aya quickly learns there is a great darkness afoot. Can Aya learn to control her burgeoning magic and keep her friends and family safe before it’s too late? Aya and the Star Chaser is a brilliant gothic fairytale from Radiya Hafiza.

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