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Chinglish

By Sue Cheung

Adjectives

authentic humorous insightful heartfelt

Genres

Friendship/Family Realistic Fiction

Synopsis

In 1980s Coventry, Jo Kwan navigates the challenges of adolescence while living above her family's Chinese takeaway. Struggling with cultural identity, family tensions, and school bullying, Jo finds solace in her art and friendship with Tina. Through diary entries and doodles, she candidly shares her journey of self-discovery and resilience.

About the author

Sue Cheung is a talented British author and illustrator who loves telling funny and heartwarming stories. She is best known for her book 'Chinglish: An Almost Entirely True Story', which is full of humour and adventure. Sue enjoys drawing, creating comics, and making her readers laugh with her imaginative and relatable characters.

Pages

384 pages

Reading age

Teen/Young Adult (12-18)

Published

2019

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