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Age range 8 to 12
For fans of Gene Luen Yang’sAmerican Born Chineseand Svetlana Chmakova’s Awkward,this funny yet poignant middle-grade coming-of-age story highlights the struggle of feeling invisible while yearning to be seen by all.
Kevin Lee is having a really bad week. Although he lives in a crowded Toronto apartment above the family’s alterations and dry-cleaning store, he mostly goes unnoticed. School isn’t exactly an oasis either – being one of the few Asian kids makes for some unwelcome attention. But when Kevin’s class plans a trip to Thrill Planet, a spectacular theme park, will he finally have a chance to turn his life around, or will it just be another day for Kevin Lee?
Fans ofmiddle school graphic novelsexploring identity and self-esteem will appreciate the poignant yet humorous journey of finding one’s place in the world, and readers who are looking forAsian representation in books will connect with Kevin’s story ofracism,bullying, and theimmigrant experience. With its mix of family relationships, friendships, and a thrilling amusement park climax, this inspiring read is perfect for fans ofhumorous middle grade fictionwithdiverse charactersovercoming obstacles.
Author Biography
Ray Xuis a Toronto-based story artist and animator for television and feature films. His recent work includes the 2021 Netflix animated hitThe Mitchells vs. The Machines; DreamWorks’Captain Underpants.
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