About Catherine Knutsson Catherine Knuttson lives on Vancouver Island, on which the fictional Island of her debut novel, Shadows Cast by Stars, is based. She divides her time among teaching, singing, and writing. Like her narrator, she is a member of the Metis nation. Books by Catherine Knutsson Shadows Cast by Stars by (author) Catherine Knutsson Ages 12 to 18 Grades 7 to 12 Shadows Cast by Stars by (author) Catherine Knutsson Ages 12 to 18 Grades 7 to 12