The Sun Is Also A Star by Nicola Yoon is a story about love, fate and family.

Natasha is experiencing one of the worst days of her life. It is the day her family is being deported to Jamaica. Daniel is on his way to a college interview when he catches sight of Natasha. He decides to follow her. Daniel is under pressure from his Korean parents to attend Yale for a medical degree.

Natasha’s no-nonsense, scientific approach is challenged by Daniel’s poetic, spiritual side. They spend an incredible day together. During this time they support each other with family issues and their respective life goals while falling in love. The story is told through multiple characters’ points of view which results in an intricate and meaningful plot.