Parachute Kids A Graphic Novel, Betty C. Tang
Parachute Kids A Graphic Novel, Betty C. Tang
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Parachute Kids: A Graphic Novel

Author: Betty C. Tang

Narrator: Jenny Chen, Ell, Kenton Chen, Sue Ann Pien, Todd Haberkorn

Unabridged: 4 hr 1 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 06/20/2023

Synopsis

**National Book Award Longlist Title****Asian/Pacific American Award Honor Book**This funny, fast-paced, and heartrending story about three siblings living on their own as undocumented new immigrants is perfect for fans of New Kid and Front Desk.A DREAM TRIP TO AMERICA TURNS INTO A NIGHTMARE!Feng-Li can't wait to discover America with her family! But after an action-packed vacation, her parents deliver shocking news: They are returning to Taiwan and leaving Feng-Li and her older siblings in California on their own.Suddenly, the three kids must fend for themselves in a strange new world--and get along. Starting a new school, learning a new language, and trying to make new friends while managing a household is hard enough, but Bro and Sis's constant bickering makes everything worse. Thankfully, there are some hilarious moments to balance the stress and loneliness. But as tensions escalate--and all three kids get tangled in a web of bad choices--can Feng-Li keep her family together?

Reviews

Goodreads review by Bookishrealm on September 19, 2023

I learned a lot about parachute kids through Kelly Yang's book Parachutes and that was a difficult book. This is also a difficult read, but written and designed in a way that is accessible to a middle grade audience. Prepare yourself for a rollercoaster of ride with this one. CW: racism, underage sm......more

Goodreads review by Rod on February 17, 2024

I was unfamiliar with the concept of parachute kids before reading this graphic novel about Taiwanese parents who take their children on a Disneyland vacation only to leave the kids behind to live on their own in an apartment -- overstaying their visas and attending California schools -- while the p......more

Goodreads review by Lenny on April 27, 2023

I often find it hard to get hooked into a western graphic novel, but this one immediately hooked me from the first page. It's so well-paced, the expressions, the silent panels, the characters, the story, I love everything! All the characters are so relatable. It's so well-written and drawn. I can't......more

Goodreads review by Andrew on May 14, 2024

Omg talk about being punched in the feelings!! This is a story about kids who deserve everything and yet nothing goes right! Lots of ups and downs the whole time there is no time to feel just one thing. AWESOME storytelling!!......more

Goodreads review by Emily on August 23, 2023

Overall, it's not a bad book idea. I give it 2 stars for the historical/cultural detail. But of course, the gay agenda had to be included. Wish I could trust the library to have decent books for my kids to check out without pushing the LBGQT agenda.......more

Quotes

Praise for Parachute Kids:★ "The development of the characters and their relationships is convincing and balanced, and the siblings' respective experiences are relatable for anyone who has tried to fit in somewhere. This empathic story centers a less widely recognized community and thoughtfully presents a distinct facet of immigration. Emotionally moving and beautifully executed." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review★ "At once common and unique, this is a compelling story of immigration and family bonds; highly recommended." -- School Library Journal, starred review★ "Tang's artwork clearly conveys the emotions of each scene, and readers will find this story hard to put down." -- Booklist, starred review★ "Tang weaves themes of family, racial stereotyping, cultural adaptation, sacrifice, peer pressure, sexuality, bullying, and survival into a poignant and triumphant story of perseverance and resilience, presenting a remarkably honest depiction of an Asian American immigrant experience." -- The Horn Book, starred review"Uplifting...Across crisp, boldly colored panels, the creator addresses heavy topics such as bullying, queer identity, and racism. Inspired by her own experience as a "parachute kid," defined in an author's note as children brought to live with friends or relatives in foreign countries, Tang balances humor and heart with the difficult realities of what parachute kids may face." -- Publishers Weekly"Tang's debut graphic novel effectively telegraphs the characters' fears and anxieties with focused perspectives and animated panels, underscoring the obstacles immigrants must face. . . . The siblings' emotional journey and ultimate ability to appreciate and honor both Western and Taiwanese cultures with friends and family make an aspirational model for young people trying to make the best of relocating in unforeseen situations." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, recommended

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