Wow this book is awesome!
Lucy has just finished refurbishing a 100 year old telescope in Yarra Valley, Victoria. Her husband of twenty years Justin, is running for parliament & election day is looming. But Lucy has had enough of Justin's seeming ambition & desire to make their hometown a booming tourist destination & is planning on leaving him after the election, her only concern is how her daughter, Gabby will react to the news. A week before the polls open, Lucy goes for a walk. But she doesn't come back..... Justin is convinced Lucy has left him but Gabby is certain her mum's missing & is mystified as to why her dad isn't looking for her.......
I absolutely loved this book, it is so engaging & will keep you that way if you're a bit of a science lover with all the information about stars, constellations etc sprinkled all through the book. Kimberly Starr's writing style made me immediately sympathise with the characters, even Justin who's greed & desire had made me absolutely despise him by the middle of the book. Although there are chapters, this book is written in a sort of run- on style that means you really have to pay attention to keep up but it's worth it as the writing is beautifully lyrical with lush descriptions that made me devour it & kept me wanting more. There are a few twists I didn't seem coming & thee ending was perfect. Well, I thought it was! If I had a favouritee shelf, this would definitely be on it!

What a great story to read during the final days of the federal election campaign! Astronomer Lucy Rutherford’s husband Justin is running for parliament in Victoria, but she’s not interested in being an MP’s wife. In fact, she’s planning to leave him and start a new life interstate with their daughter Gabby. Just days before polling day, Lucy takes Kepler, the family dog, for a walk and disappears. But no one seems to care. As the days roll on, Gabby can’t understand why her dad isn’t looking for her mum. Then, on election day, they’re all faced with a decision. Melbourne-based author Kimberley Starr has produced a totally engaging read, one which maintains its grip right to the end. It’s deftly written and brilliantly researched. Of all the characters, I loved best the depiction of Gabby, only 11 years old but oh, so clever with words. Starr’s previous novels have won awards and I’m sure readers will say this deserves to join them. ( )