Frankly in Love, 9780241373439
Paperback
Fake dating for freedom, but will they find real love?

Frankly in Love

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  • Paperback

    432 pages

  • Release Date

    16 September 2019

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Summary

Frankly in Love: A Korean-American Romance

Frank Li, a high school senior in Southern California, faces a dilemma: his Korean parents insist he only date Korean girls. However, his heart longs for Brit, a classmate who doesn’t fit the mold.

Meanwhile, Frank’s friend, Joy Song, is in a similar predicament, knowing her parents would never approve of her boyfriend. Together, they hatch a plan – a fake dating scheme to gain their parents’ approval and freedom.

As Frank n…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780241373439
ISBN-10:0241373433
Author:David Yoon
Publisher:Penguin Random House Children's UK
Imprint:Penguin Books Ltd
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:432
Release Date:16 September 2019
Weight:298g
Dimensions:198mm x 129mm x 26mm
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Critics Review

A beautifully layered novel about first love, tribalism and that brief, magical period when kids have one foot in high school, one foot out the door

A beautifully layered novel about first love, tribalism and that brief, magical period when kids have one foot in high school, one foot out the door * New York Times *A love story, a treatise on racism, a peek into adolescence, and a welcome to Korean-American culture, all at once. – Jodi PicoultTouching on issues of race, identity, and first love, Frankly in Love is the charming, funny, romantic young adult crossover novel that both adults and teens will enjoy in equal measure. * PopSugar *Think John Green by way of To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before * Entertainment Weekly *Yoon’s stellar debut expertly and authentically tackles racism, privilege, and characters who are trying to navigate their Korean-American identity. * Buzzfeed *Frankly In Love shines with an incredible voice and a searing, honest, and deeply human story about what it means to love someone. David Yoon isn’t afraid to confront every angle, both the beautiful and the ugly, but he tackles it all with great care. This is a classic in the making. * Marie Lu, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Warcross *A deeply moving account of love in its many forms. * Kirkus Reviews *A beautifully written exploration of family, identity, and self-discovery. * Booklist *I fell fast for David Yoon’s masterful debut that’s big-hearted, honest, hilarious, and achingly romantic. I smiled, I laughed, I cried, and I closed this book wiser. Get ready to fall in love with Frank, world! * Adam Silvera, New York Times bestselling author of They Both Die at The End *Written in the present tense from Frank’s sharp, sardonic point of view, debut novelist David Yoon has already found an arresting narrative style…Whether you’re a teen, a parent/carer or a YA-loving adult, you’ll quickly get hooked into Yoon’s writing, which perfectly captures the voice and sensibility of a teenager. * Evening Standard *

About The Author

David Yoon

David Yoon is a writer and designer who created the illustrations for the #1 New York Times bestselling novel Everything, Everything. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife, novelist Nicola Yoon, and their energetic daughter. Frankly in Love is his first novel.

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