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Staff Reviews: Tweens

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Cover: 'Front Desk'

"Front Desk" by Kelly Yang

★★★★★ Mia Tang's family has just arrived in America from China for hopes of a better life. Mia is a 10-year-old who dreams of being a writer. After arriving in America, the family is thrilled when they find work at the Calivista Motel for Mr. Yao. While Mia is at school, her parents clean rooms at the Calivista. When she's not in school, Mia is working...

Audience: Children, Tweens | Genre: Tweens