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You Are Here: Connecting Flights by Ellen Oh

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book_nut's review against another edition

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3.5

I like connected short stories so much better than regular ones!

mpplys's review against another edition

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3.5

+ interconnected short stories, set in Chicago, O'Hare references, multicultural cast
- story not that memorable
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-there is a big error

Who is this book for?
Give this book to kids who like..... RR

andrearbooks's review against another edition

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4.0

This was a wonderful story collection that explored the experience of young Asian Americans in real and unexpected ways. You see, this entire collection takes place in an airport. Twelve young people find themselves at the airport for one reason or another. There are threads that connect each tale, but there is also a unique experience in each one. It's heartbreaking and beautiful, full of challenge and opportunity, and it gives a true window into what these lived experiences are like. Stories like this are so important to read, and I'm so glad this collection now exists. Thanks to NetGalley for the early look at this March 2023 release!

yvesdot's review against another edition

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5.0

I had a wonderful time following all the threads in this one! You Are Here brings together twelve authors to write twelve stories about twelve Asian-American kids in an airport, all with their own perspective on what's going down. With stories about speaking out and standing up for both yourself and others in the face of all manner of both well-meaning and malevolent racism, this book will leave you feeling both warmed and inspired.

stacywill8's review against another edition

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challenging emotional hopeful inspiring fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

dlberglund's review against another edition

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5.0

Fantastic collection of interlocking stories all taking place at the Chicago airport on a stormy day. It is completely contemporary, and has each kid addressing or handling examples of microaggressions and fully aggressive racism while they're just trying to make their flights. The kids (mostly middle school age) are coming and going and trying to figure out their place in their worlds, and it all works so well together.