pickEvery March, my county library system hosts a community read. This year‘s theme is food and the tagged book is the MG selection. I loved watching CiCi adjust to life in America through a cooking contest. Seeing her grow, learning to trust and make friends, and discover how to honor her Taiwanese heritage, was heartwarming.
pickA beautiful story about food, family, and finding your place in the world, 12 yo Cici, an immigrant from Taiwan, tries to find her place in multiple cultures. Graphic novel
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pickOk not the best picture but a really lovely book. Highly recommended.
pickFantastic fun! Strong characters and fabulous food writing paired with a nod to Pride and Prejudice make this a must read.
so-soIt is a truth universally acknowledged, that a mother in possession of great wisdom, must be in want—nay, in need—of a daughter who will listen.”
Cute opening line but this mother was a horrible person. She was constantly verbally abusive to her daughter. And it was justified by her and other characters with I/She justs wants what's best for you. ⬇️
pickThis was a delightful, feel-good middle grade graphic novel about a first generation Taiwanese-American girl who navigates making friends and fitting in in the US, and follows her cooking passion to try and win money to help her grandma visit. Great themes of friendship, passion, and family culture. Loved food illustrations and pop culture/book references throughout! Content warnings for racism. #GraphicNovel #Taiwanese #Food
