Stargirl has moved to Arizona and writes daily letters to Leo about her new life. Having enjoyed [Stargirl] so much, I was eager to read more about her, but this book was disappointing. It just didn't have the same magic as Stargirl. ( )

I enjoyed this story, both as a continuation of the story begun in Stargirl, and on its own. This book had a more melancholy tone, as Stargirl looks to continue her life after her year in Arizona. She still pines for Leo, but knows in her heart that she and Leo can't be together unless he grows up more. Her guilt over her growing feelings for Perry was palpable and her empathy for both the 6 year-old Dootsie, agoraphobic Betty Lou and lonely Charlie rounded out Stargirl's personality. The Winter Solstice celebration was a joyous high to end the book on. As a teacher, I'd rather my students read about such an individual than other, similarly leveled, but much different views of girl-hood. ( )

Reviewed by Terri Clark in School Library Journal (September 1, 2007). Found in Follett Titlewave.

Love, Stargirl is a sequel to Jerry Spinelli's book, 'Stargirl'. The difference here is that unlike the first book, this love story is now only showing one side which leaves the reader to determine how Leo is feeling and would be responding. By reading this 'letter' that Stargirl is writing the reader can identify her wacky, unique characteristics which I believe makes it nearly impossible to not fall in love with her. This is a great novel and an easy read :) ( )

Reviewed by Sally Kruger, aka "Readingjunky" for TeensReadToo.com

Fans of Jerry Spinelli's STARGIRL will jump and shout when they hear about the sequel, LOVE, STARGIRL.

This was not a book that I expected to have a sequel, but in true Jerry Spinelli tradition, Stargirl's story lives on.

Moving from Arizona to Pennsylvania has Stargirl missing the desert, the cactus, and especially Leo. Although she is not absolutely certain about their continued relationship, Stargirl uses her year-long letter to keep Leo up-to-date on the events of her new life. She doesn't ever anticipate sending the letter. In fact, she mentions that Leo will most likely only get to read it if she actually sees him again.

Filled with fantastic memories and new adventures, Spinelli will have readers falling in love with Stargirl all over again. Memories of the past will remind readers of her wonderful spirit, while her new neighborhoods offer great variety. There's cute and always curious Dootsie, who introduces herself as a "human bean." Dootsie takes Stargirl to meet Betty Lou, who fears anything beyond her trailer door. Then there's Charlie, who haunts the local cemetery and his late wife's grave. Alvina, the hot-head, and Perry, the thief, add further color to the cast of characters.

Stargirl's fascination with the changing seasons and the Winter Solstice take her to Enchanted Hill to plot her own personal calendar. It feels right and it offers a way to remember the past.

Stargirl's tale is tender and honest in its straightforward simplicity. Thank you to the author for bringing back this famous character. ( )