A review by lolalongstraw
Room to Dream by Kelly Yang

adventurous funny hopeful inspiring reflective 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? No

4.5

I love the Front Desk Series. Kelly Yang knows how to take real life social and societal issues and make them digestible for younger readers. The book touches on topics such as colorism, consent, gender double standards, gentrification, racism, and more in a way that doesn’t down play the issues and also presents the ideas in a way that kids will definitely be able to relate to. In this adventure Mia travels to China to see family and returns to the United States to continue to navigate friendships, pursue her writing, navigate rejection, as well as stand up for the little guy (Calivista hotel) again big, powerful business. Mia is a feisty as ever. Looking forward to quickly picking up the next book, Key Player, and continue the adventures with Mia and the gang.