Starstruck: A Memoir of Astrophysics and Finding Light in the Dark

Starstruck is a memoir of resilience, passion, and determination that will inspire readers to embrace their own dreams and pursue their passions despite any obstacles they may face.

Through her personal journey from a young Egyptian-American girl gazing at the stars with her father to a Mars astronaut simulation in Hawai'i, Sarafina El-Badry Nance shares how she overcame misogyny, racism, abuse, and intergenerational trauma to become an astrophysicist.

With each chapter opening with fascinating science lessons, this book invites readers to consider the cosmos through a unique lens while also tracing more earthbound obstacles that Nance faced along the way.

Honest and empowering, Starstruck sits at the intersection of the study of our cosmos and the transformative experience of embracing resilience to pursue one's passion.

Readers will be inspired by Nance's courage and determination in the face of adversity and motivated to take action towards their own goals.