Second Star to the Right is the kind of bookstore where you go in for one thing and leave 45 minutes later with three books you didn't know you needed. It's a kids and YA focused shop on Pearl Street, but adults browsing the general fiction and gift sections stick around just as long. The staff actually reads and it shows. Ask for a recommendation and you'll get a real answer, not a bestseller list. The shelves are packed but organized, the vibe is cozy without being precious, and there's always a display that makes you stop and pick something up. Great for building a kid's home library, finding a last minute gift, or just wandering somewhere that still smells like paper and glue. Pearl Street shopping day isn't complete without a stop here.