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4.46 AVERAGE
4.46 AVERAGE
Filled with compassion and empathy, Kelly Yang has once again proved herself to be one of the best MG writers out there with this gorgeous story.
I’m in awe of the way she manages to tackle such serious issues as deportation, racism, immigration etc. in a way that is both accessible and easy for younger readers to understand. At no point does it sugar coats hardships or belittle the scope of understand of its readers. Instead it encourages compassion, action understanding.
The Front Desk series is one of my absolute favourites and one I truly believe defies age boundaries. No matter how old you are or where you’re from, you will undoubtedly take something away from this sensational book and it’s wonderful characters.
Filled with love, passion, warmth, passion, fight and characters you’ll fall in love with, was a truly fantastic read and I couldn’t recommend it more highly
TW: racism, hate crimes
I’m in awe of the way she manages to tackle such serious issues as deportation, racism, immigration etc. in a way that is both accessible and easy for younger readers to understand. At no point does it sugar coats hardships or belittle the scope of understand of its readers. Instead it encourages compassion, action understanding.
The Front Desk series is one of my absolute favourites and one I truly believe defies age boundaries. No matter how old you are or where you’re from, you will undoubtedly take something away from this sensational book and it’s wonderful characters.
Filled with love, passion, warmth, passion, fight and characters you’ll fall in love with, was a truly fantastic read and I couldn’t recommend it more highly
TW: racism, hate crimes
This is the second book in the front desk series. I enjoyed this one just as much as the first one. This time Proposition 187 ( denied public, social, educational and health services to undocumented immigrants in California)was effecting some of the characters in this story. This is such a timely story and allows readers to understand how systemic racism works. But it is also a novel about being a true friend and fighting for those you love.
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is another of the best book I read! I enjoyed reading this one and it was inspiring. I just read this book in 4 days and the story keeps me intrigued. This book was based on the author's experience while she was a kid. This book really amazed me because it also mentions our country here. The last book I read is somehow connected to this book and I was like it was just a coincidence. The last book I read is also about social justice and the fight for justice and this book is also about that. And I am proud of the immigrants who are in the US because they still fight for justice:)
It's called "Three Keys" because of the three main characters of this book. I loved this book because it was about immigrants in the US. The author included her life in this book which makes me inspired. While reading this book, I feel sad for those immigrants who live in the US, especially the kids. Immigrants should stand up for their rights and that's what they do in this book. Also, I searched for Prop 187, which is mentioned here in this book and it was real. After they passed the Prop 187, I feel sad for the immigrants. So, there's a lot of emotions while I read this one. Everyone should read this book.
It's called "Three Keys" because of the three main characters of this book. I loved this book because it was about immigrants in the US. The author included her life in this book which makes me inspired. While reading this book, I feel sad for those immigrants who live in the US, especially the kids. Immigrants should stand up for their rights and that's what they do in this book. Also, I searched for Prop 187, which is mentioned here in this book and it was real. After they passed the Prop 187, I feel sad for the immigrants. So, there's a lot of emotions while I read this one. Everyone should read this book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism
Moderate: Racism
Minor: Bullying
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Lol these books are so sweet
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
My 9-year-old son loved this book and the first book in the "Front Desk" series. For him, he enjoys it because it "seems real". The characters respond to real-life events-in this book it was the passing of Proposition 187 in California in the '90s. My son, as the biracial son of an immigrant, is very sensitive about issues of immigration and racism. I think he enjoys seeing or reading about how other kids cope with those issues.
Mia is a very resourceful and empathetic character. She is a loyal friend and searches for solutions to help them. She is a great role model character.
Highly recommended!
Mia is a very resourceful and empathetic character. She is a loyal friend and searches for solutions to help them. She is a great role model character.
Highly recommended!
challenging
emotional
funny
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
A great sequel to front desk!
inspiring
reflective
Equally as good as Front Desk and deals with immigration issues so well. The author explains at the end the lengths she went to for research and the whole book is so well developed and always feels honest and never preachy. My 5th grader and 10th grader both really enjoyed it!