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Meet Me at the Starlight
1987. Supermodel Harlow Hayes seeks solace in a quaint Florida beach town to heal from a heartbreak that shattered her entire world. To her surprise, she encounters Matt Knight--a Hollywood A-lister with a bad-boy reputation--who has returned to his hometown to help his plucky grandmother, Tuesday, save her century-old skating rink, the Starlight.
The Starlight holds a special place in the hearts of the community, once acting as a refuge for Depression-era families and bringing the town together with gatherings and celebrations. Tuesday's determination even protected her beloved rink from her husband's shady business dealings. Yet when the Starlight is threatened with demolition, Tuesday begins to wonder if an era has come to an end.
As Matt and Harlow strategize to save the rink, they find themselves on a journey of surprises, self-discovery, and the kind of healing that leads to love.
This discussion guide was shared and sponsored in partnership with Baker Publishing Group.
Book club questions for Meet Me at the Starlight by Rachel Hauck
Use these discussion questions to guide your next book club meeting.
When the story opens, we see Tuesday at war in her heart because of her husband’s career. What do you think of her response to him? Do you consider her strong?
In today’s culture, we talk a lot about strong women. Who did you feel was stronger in this story: Harlow or Tuesday? Discuss qualities of a strong woman. Who in your life represents strength?
Harlow crumbled when her heart was broken. Have you ever faced a broken heart or a huge disappointment? How did you come through it?
Why do you think it took Harlow time to stand up to Xander? Have you ever been in a relationship that tangled up your thinking and emotions? How did you free yourself?
Matt did something he wasn’t proud of, and fifteen years later, and he still hates himself for what he did. He doesn’t recognize some aspects of his life reflect his feelings about himself and the past. How can we let go of those things that hold us back?
Were you surprised when Booker showed up at the end? What do you think about his reconciliation with Matt? Forgiving ourselves, as well as forgiving others, is a key to health and life. Do you have something you need to forgive in yourself or someone else?
What does the Starlight represent in the story? To you?
Did you roller-skate as a kid? What was your favorite roller-skating moment? Your favorite song? Is your hometown rink still in operation? Did you ever do the Hokey Pokey while on skates?
If you could tell yourself “learn to skate” about an issue in your life, what would it be? What steps could you take moving forward to see it realized?
The character Immanuel sets up on the beach to speak truth to Harlow. Did you recognize His truth? What truth has Immanuel spoken into your life?
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