Wandering Stars Summary
Tommy Orange

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Wandering Stars Overview

In Tommy Orange's novel Wandering Stars, Jude Star is torn from his land, tribe, and family during the 1864 Sand Creek Massacre. This traumatic experience infects Jude's psyche and influences all of his descendants. For generations to come, Jude's children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren live with an undefinable weight they seek to lift via story, music, and substance abuse. Written from the first and third person points of view, the novel spans over 100 years and explores themes including identity, freedom, and belonging. 

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