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We Are Made of Scars and Starlight

We Are Made of Scars and Starlight


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"A powerful story about the fierce love of friendship, and finding the courage to love and accept yourself." Elissa Grossell Dickey, author of The Speed of Light When twenty-five-year-old Kai Larssen agrees to pose as his best friend Mariah's date at a family gathering, he doesn't expect to fall-hard-for her twin brother, Ray. Anxious, magnetic, and achingly off-limits, Ray is everything Kai has ever wanted. But coming out to Ray means risking Mariah's privacy-and their friendship. Back in New York, Kai and Ray grow closer, and Kai finds himself trapped in a tangle of half-truths and unspoken feelings. As the lies pile up, Kai must decide: is love worth the cost of betrayal? Told in luminous prose, We Are Made of Scars & Starlight is a tender, heartbreaking novella about mental health, disability, and queer desire in the heart of the modern city. Poignant and full of hope, it's a story of self-discovery, chosen family, and the courage it takes to be seen.

About the Author :
Nicole Zelniker (she/they) is the author of several books, including 'From Where We Are', which has been nominated for a Pushcart Prize. She's also the founder and editor-in-chief of the literary magazine Knee Brace Press. In her free time, Nicole enjoys re-reading her favorite books, listening to musicals, and bothering her tabby cat. Visit: nicolezelniker.com.

Review :
"Nicole writes a deeply moving story about a young man struggling with lupus, his sense of self-worth, family loss and separation, and sexuality. With an amazing cast of characters and rich depictions of New York that bring the city to life, WE ARE MADE OF SCARS & STARLIGHT is a story that stays with you. A must-read." Matthew Arnold Stern, author of The Remainders "WE ARE MADE OF SCARS & STARLIGHT is a powerful story about the fierce love of friendship, and finding the courage to love and accept yourself. Kai's journey with chronic illness is raw and authentic, and the support he receives from his found family is beautiful. This story will stay with you long after you finish the last page." Elissa Grossell Dickey, author of The Speed of Light "A thoroughly queer story, WE ARE MADE OF SCARS & STARLIGHT by Nicole Zelniker beautifully captures the complexities of friendship and family when those things are one and the same. It's heartbreaking and tender in a way that truly reflects the confusion and actualization of your twenties. Nicole weaves warmth through this emotional tale making it a relatable read for anyone who copes with their chronic illness with self compassion and self deprecation." Ariella Monti, author of Let It Rain


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9783988321732
  • Publisher: Vine Leaves Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Vine Leaves Press
  • Height: 216 mm
  • No of Pages: 150
  • Returnable: N
  • Returnable: N
  • Weight: 213 gr
  • ISBN-10: 3988321737
  • Publisher Date: 14 Oct 2025
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Returnable: N
  • Spine Width: 10 mm
  • Width: 140 mm


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