Stars in Your Eyes

By: Kacen Callender

Narrated by: André Santana, AJ Beckles, Dani Martineck, Hannah Church, Avi Roque, George Newbern, Patryce Williams, Sarah Mollo-Christensen, VyVy Nguyen

The National Book Award-winning author of Felix Ever After delivers a beautifully tender story of two grumpy/sunshine, fake-dating actors navigating their love story both on and offscreen—perfect for fans of Casey McQuiston and Alexis Hall.

Logan Gray is Hollywood's bad boy—a talented but troubled actor who the public loves to hate. Mattie Cole is an up‑and‑coming golden boy, adored by all but plagued by insecurities.

When Logan and Mattie are cast as leads in a new romantic film, Logan claims that Matt has “zero talent,” sending the film’s publicity into a nosedive. To create positive buzz, the two are persuaded into a fake‑dating scheme—but as the two actors get to know their new characters, real feelings start to develop.

As public scrutiny intensifies and old wounds resurface, the two must fight for their relationship and their love.
A heartfelt, hopeful, and nuanced story about identity, healing, and growth.
Cast List:

Logan - André Santana
Mattie - AJ Beckles
Main Article and Video Reader - Dani Martineck
Shaina Lively - Hannah Church
Angel - Avi Roque
Dave - George Newbern
Uwuhearts - Patryce Williams
Various Reporters - Sarah Mollo-Christensen
Amy Tanner - VyVy Nguyen

Critic reviews

“Felix is like the story itself—boldly empathic, hopeful, and full of love. This top-notch depiction of a messy, complicated, romantic young artist navigating the bumpy road to self-love and self-determination sticks its landing at every turn.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review, on Felix Ever After

“From its stunning cover art to the rich, messy, nuanced narrative at its heart, this is an unforgettable story of friendship, heartbreak, forgiveness, and self-discovery.”—ALA Booklist, starred review, on Felix Ever After

“An intricate love story for the ages.”—CNN Underscored on Felix Ever After

"A firecracker of a book from an author with a powerful point of view, Felix Ever After is refreshingly real."—Casey McQuiston, NYT bestselling author of Red, White & Royal Blue

It feels genuine

First of all, the vocal performances brought so much depth to the characters and was a good representation, an incredible performance truly. The story from start to finish was very moving and unpredictable just like the emotions of the characters but it's what made the book what it is. This isn't a perfect romance story where they fall in love by chance and live happily ever after with no conflicts but the conflicts are genuine and the way they overcome them is because of one another despite them not being together. It's a story about the impact someone can have on your life and it's moving. I 100% recommend!

Reflection

Listening to this book and hearing the characters’ stories and traumas has made me stop and think on my own traumas and how I need to heal. There’s a lot of hurting in this book and it may not be for everyone but if you can bear through the painful to hear parts the story is absolutely beautiful.

It was ok.

I do regret spending a credit in this. No substance . It does touch on certain topics but not really., it’s idk. Simple.

Great story!

I really like this story. There are triggers(beware). The trauma makes the story more realistic. I didn't like the racism in the story. I have lived in the South my whole life and maybe I am just lucky that I dont see color like some but more character of a person.

Perfection

This is simple an incredible story. Add on the fact that is audiobook is full cast and WOW. I don’t think I’ve cried this much listening to an audiobook in years. Check TW/CW!