Poly asked this question about Stardust:
I liked the movie, should I read the book? I heard it's darker and less romantic. Is this true?
Shelby I really don't understand why people say it's darker. I think it's just more bland. The only thing that might be "darker" is that his mom is not as gr…moreI really don't understand why people say it's darker. I think it's just more bland. The only thing that might be "darker" is that his mom is not as great as in the movie, but she isn't bad either. Just kinda meh (like the rest of the book, tbh)(less)
Image for Stardust
by Neil Gaiman (Goodreads Author)
Rate this book
Clear rating

About Goodreads Q&A

Ask and answer questions about books!

You can pose questions to the Goodreads community with Reader Q&A, or ask your favorite author a question with Ask the Author.

See Featured Authors Answering Questions

Learn more