American Born Chinese is comprised of three distinct yet intertwining stories which are each told so vibrantly and honestly that it is amazing that the book didn’t win three Printz awards – one for each tale. This graphic novel is more than a just three good stories, it also contains a lesson in mythology as well as a sociological study of the stress of racism on personal development. Meet Jin Wang, who is coping with both racism and his first serious crush, follow the illustrated interpretation of the legend of the Monkey King, and feel the nauseating familiarity of every negative Chinese stereotype you’ve ever heard revamped in a tasteless weeknight sitcom.
5 stars
233 Pages
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