Xu Ray - Alterations - Paperback

Binding: Paperback
Description: For fans of Gene Luen Yang's American Born Chinese and 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 of middle school graphic novels exploring identity and self - esteem will appreciate the poignant yet humorous journey of finding one's place in the world and readers who are looking for Asian representation in books will connect with Kevin's story of racism bullying and the immigrant experience. With its mix of family relationships friendships and a thrilling amusement park climax this inspiring read is perfect for fans of humorous middle grade fiction with diverse characters overcoming obstacles.
Title: Alterations
Author(s): Xu Ray
Publisher: Union Square & Co.
Barcode: 9781454945857
Pages: 240 Pages, All In Color
Publication Date: 1/30/2024
Category: Comic Strip Fiction / Graphic Novels (Children's / Teenage)