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Front desk

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Front Desk follows the journey of ten-year-old Mia Tang, a Chinese immigrant who helps her parents manage a run-down motel in California. While working at the front desk, Mia secretly dreams of becoming a writer despite her limited English skills. Alongside managing motel operations, Mia assists the immigrant community while grappling with racism, cultural barriers, and her family's financial struggles. This poignant middle-grade novel highlights themes of resilience, kindness, and standing up for what's right, offering a heartfelt portrayal of the immigrant experience through Mia's determination and courage.

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Call Number

SS F YAN f

Publisher

New York : Scholastic., 2018

Collation

304 p. ; 19 cm.

Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

9781338157826

Classification

F

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Edition

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Subject(s)

Fiction
Middle-grade fiction

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Statement of Responsibility

Kelly Yang

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