The Sun Is Also a Star is a young adult novel by Nicola Yoon, published in 2016. It follows two teenagers in New York City, Natasha Kingsley, an illegal immigrant from Jamaica facing deportation, and Daniel Bae, the son of Korean immigrants. Their lives intersect on a single day, exploring themes of destiny, love, and the complex realities of immigration. The story chronicles their unexpected connection as Natasha fights to keep her family in the country and Daniel grapples with his path in life.