I'll admit, I was cautious when I opened "Frankly In Love". The first few pages of the novel appeared a bit choppy, with the details or Frank's life very pronounced and obviously stated, line by line. Yet the plot description and clever title were clearly compelling, for as many cliche high school romance novels that I've seen, I've seldom encountered one that explores the point of racism and heritage so closely along with the character's relationship and growth.
I couldn't be more glad that I continued on - author David Yoon writes with fluidity and ease, drawing readers into the mind of Frank Li, immersing them in the rules and forces that govern Frank's life. Character count, a missing sister, racist parents, and the difficulty in walking the line between one's own desires and the rigid expectations that restrict them - Frank's struggles and triumphs certainly resonated with me, and will speak to the hearts of many teens.
Like great works such as Benjamin Alire Sáenz's "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe", "Frankly In Love" speaks with honesty, comfort, and deeply authentic representation. Written straight from the heart, it's sure to give a humor-filled burst of courage to young adults navigating differing cultures, expectations, and desires to form their true selves.
I couldn't be more glad that I continued on - author David Yoon writes with fluidity and ease, drawing readers into the mind of Frank Li, immersing them in the rules and forces that govern Frank's life. Character count, a missing sister, racist parents, and the difficulty in walking the line between one's own desires and the rigid expectations that restrict them - Frank's struggles and triumphs certainly resonated with me, and will speak to the hearts of many teens.
Like great works such as Benjamin Alire Sáenz's "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe", "Frankly In Love" speaks with honesty, comfort, and deeply authentic representation. Written straight from the heart, it's sure to give a humor-filled burst of courage to young adults navigating differing cultures, expectations, and desires to form their true selves.