Frankly in Love
Frankly in Love by David Yoon, published by G. P. Putnam’s Sons in 2019, is a young adult fiction novel that explores the complexities of identity and love. The story follows Frank Li, a Southern California teen who navigates the expectations of his traditional Korean parents while trying to embrace his American identity. As he falls in love with Brit Means, a girl who does not fit his parents’ vision for him, Frank grapples with the challenges of balancing his cultural heritage with his personal desires.
In this 406-page edition, readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of family, romance, and self-discovery. Frank’s journey is marked by humor and heartfelt moments as he teams up with family friend Joy Song to devise a plan that allows them to pursue their relationships while keeping their parents in the dark. As the story unfolds, Frank is faced with unexpected challenges that force him to reevaluate his understanding of love and his own identity. This contemporary tale offers a thoughtful examination of the pressures faced by young adults in a multicultural society.
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Falling in love is the easy part…Frank Li has two names. There’s Frank Li, his American name. Then there’s Sung-Min Li, his Korean name. No one uses his Korean name, not even his parents. Frank barely speaks any Korean. He was born and raised in Southern California. Even so, his parents expect him to end up with a nice Korean girl – which is a problem, since Frank is finally dating the girl of his dreams: Brit Means. Brit, who is smart and nerdy just like him. Brit, who makes him laugh like no one else. Brit…who is white. As Frank falls in love for the very first time, he’s forced to confront the fact that while his parents sacrificed everything to raise him in the land of opportunity, their traditional expectations don’t leave a lot of room for him to be a regular American teen. Desperate to be with Brit without his parents finding out, Frank turns to family friend Joy Song, who is in a similar bind. Together, they come up with a plan to help each other and keep their parents off their backs. Frank thinks he’s found the solution to all his problems, but when life throws him a curveball, he’s left wondering whether he ever really knew anything about love – or himself – at all. In this moving novel, debut author David Yoon takes on the question of ‘who am I?’ with a result that is humorous, heartfelt, and ultimately unforgettable. —
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