The Fold

3.5 Although The Fold was published in 2008, it is still so relevant for today’s teens. Joyce is dealing with some interesting and difficult situations – but thankfully, she has a good support system. While reading I did find myself wishing for a little more maturity in the characters which isn't un......more

This book's premise is amazing, and it is the reason I picked it up from the masses. I'm always up for a good YA cultural tale. I'd never even heard of the fold surgery. Part of me has always been curious as to what Asians thought of their different looks (their eyes, in particular) in contrast with......more

Alright, I started reading this book with mixed feelings. I'm not Asian so I'm not always conscious of "The Fold" but I have heard of the surgery that thousands of Asians go through each year. Quick overview: Joyce's aunt wins the lottery and gives all these presents to her family. The aunt decides......more

I didn't like how they mention Michael (obviously Michael Jackson) & how he had alterd his face and what not. Okay. Guys. For all you people that don't know: HE DID NOT BLEACH HIS SKIN. He had vitiligo, & he got lighter & lighter. He used a lot of pancake makeup to even out his skin tone, and all the li......more

Joyce Park has always been overshadowed by her beautiful, smart older sister Helen, but this is the summer that's going to change. Joyce has a plan. First, she's going to get her crush John Ford Kang to sign her yearbook. She'll be effortlessly gorgeous and witty and sign something intriguing in his......more