The Evening Star (novel)

The Evening Star is a 1992 novel by American author Larry McMurtry. It is the sequel to McMurtry's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, Terms of Endearment (1975), and continues the story of Aurora Greenway, her family, and her complex relationships.

The novel picks up several years after the events of Terms of Endearment. Aurora, now in her late 60s, is still living in Houston and remains as demanding and vibrant as ever. The story revolves around her relationships with her grandchildren, particularly her grandsons Tommy and Teddy, who are struggling with their own personal issues. Aurora also deals with the challenges of aging, the loss of loved ones, and her own romantic pursuits.

Key themes explored in The Evening Star include family dynamics, aging, grief, love, and the complexities of human relationships. The novel is characterized by McMurtry's signature blend of humor, pathos, and insightful character development.

The Evening Star was adapted into a film of the same name in 1996, starring Shirley MacLaine reprising her role as Aurora Greenway.