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A review by hannahsbookshelf
Three Keys by Kelly Yang
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
Another wonderful story based around the Calivista Motel and the real-life Proposition 187 in California in the 90s. This is based on Kelly Yang's real-life experiences as well as other immigrants, both documented and undocumented experiences before and after Prop 187. She was elated when the Courts threw out Prop 187 and thought that was the last tine politicians would run campaigns based on such hatred. But when Trump's Republican party were pushing for a similar situation, and the vitorol from the American public was giving her déjà vu, Yang knew she had to write about it.
As with Front Desk, our protagonist, Mia, is a delightful and motivated little girl. She alongside her family, and friends come up against yet more challenges in this second book but as always, kindness and teamwork win in the end. A fantastic story to introduce race issues to young children in a light manner.
As with Front Desk, our protagonist, Mia, is a delightful and motivated little girl. She alongside her family, and friends come up against yet more challenges in this second book but as always, kindness and teamwork win in the end. A fantastic story to introduce race issues to young children in a light manner.
Content Warnings
Minor: Racism and Xenophobia