I’m Not Here to Make Friends
I’m Not Here to Make Friends by Andrew Yang is a Young Adult Fiction title published by HarperCollins Publishers in 2023. This 352-page book follows the journey of two teens, Sabine Zhang and Yoona Bae, as they navigate their unforgettable summer on a reality show called Hotel California, which features an all-Asian cast. Both girls seek to redefine their identities and break free from the confines of their previous experiences, with Sabine eager to step into the spotlight and Yoona looking for a chance to escape her troubled reputation.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of diversity and multiculturalism, as well as the complexities of family and friendship. The story delves into the challenges the girls face when the producers of the show prioritize drama over authenticity, forcing them into conflict. As the season finale approaches, Sabine and Yoona must confront their circumstances and seek a way to reclaim their narratives amidst the pressures of reality television. This edition offers a contemporary look at social themes relevant to young adults today.
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Terrace House meets Loveboat, Taipei in this fun, frothy, incisive YA debut, following two teens and their unforgettable summer on a reality show.
When Sabine Zhang is picked for Hotel California, a teen reality show with an all-Asian cast, she jumps at the opportunity. As one of few Asians at her high school in the Midwest, she’s always felt as if she was playing a side character in someone else’s story. But on this show, she’ll finally have a chance to step into the spotlight.
All Yoona Bae wants is to get away. The girls at church think she’s mean, her mom thinks she’s a troublemaker, and she’s tired of fighting against her unearned bad reputation. So when she’s invited to appear on Hotel California, Yoona sees it as an opportunity to chill out, make some friends, maybe even get a tan.
But life on the show isn’t all sunshine and self-actualization. The producers want drama at all costs, even if it means pitting Sabine and Yoona against each other. With the season finale looming, can the girls figure out a peaceful way forward, before they lose control of their own narratives?
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