Let's face it, graphic memoirs are big right now. I've always felt there is a tendency for authors to "soften" their stories a bit. While not handing his audience anything they can't handle, Chung doesn't shy away from the appalling embarrassment of existing in middle school, being on the outside looking in. There were perhaps a few loose ends that could have been knotted up, but hey ho.

Big Nate meets Raina Telgemeir. Kids will love it and identify with Ming, whatever their background. Also, there are not enough good AAPI books for kids.

I thought it was so off putting when Ming said he wished he could be black (yes, or white) without him ever being *properly* corrected on the fact that things would not be better for him if he were black, that it undermined the rest of the book for me.

I received an ARC from Macmillan Children's Publishing Group via NetGalley. This fictional graphic novel is based on the author’s real life growing up in a Chinese American family. I enjoyed Ming’s diverse friend group and how they each had supportive and active parents who meant well, but didn’t always make things easier for their kids. Another good addition to a plentiful variation of middle grade books for kids finding out growing up isn’t easy, but it’s ok to be yourself.

Thought this was an interesting book! Definitely will recommend it to many customers who are looking for graphic novel memoirs, or just trying to find something about life growing up. The art and color use was great! I can't wait to see more from this author.

I LOVE graphic novels that are multicultural AND have different languages with translation in them! This book was a great read! Understanding and accepting our differences, trying to "fit in", wanting what everyone else has....this hits it head on! I think this will be a hit for middle grade readers!