Falling Stars

🎧 This is an Audiobook Review 🌟

I just finished listening to the audiobook of Falling Stars by Julie Rogers, and I am absolutely in love with this story! The narration was incredible, bringing the characters and their emotional journeys to life in such a vivid way. The way the story shifts between the past and present was so well done—it's one of those rare books that you can’t help but get lost in.

Nine-year-old Tommy Lucas, facing leukemia, believes he's a vampire - and his journey intersects beautifully with the mysterious Viscount Claudius Fallon's WWII-era story. The way Rogers transitions between timelines is absolutely seamless, each chapter building upon the last to create an emotionally rich narrative.

What truly shines is how the author handles Tommy's perspective with such care and authenticity, while crafting a compelling love story between his oncologist mother June and the enigmatic Fallon. The vampire/dhampyre elements add a unique twist to what could have been a typical medical drama.

The historical elements set in Eureka Springs during WWII are meticulously researched, making the past come alive alongside the contemporary storyline. Each timeline complements the other perfectly, creating a reading experience that's both engaging and deeply moving.

If you’re a fan of urban fantasy with a deeply emotional core, Falling Stars is a must-read (or must-listen)! It totally deserves its recognition as the 2023 International Firebird Winner for First Place in Urban Fantasy! 🌟📖🎧