Middle Grade Review: Parachute Kids

 

* Sequel to Parachute Kids * 

The Lin siblings have been living on their own for seven months in California. They're doing ok. But their aunt and cousin are coming to stay for a little bit before they move to LA. They will stay for two weeks. When they arrive, Josephine isn't like they remember. She looks down upon her cousins. 

When their grandfather becomes very ill, their aunt leaves to be by his side. She leaves Josephine in the care of her cousins. Jessie is the oldest, but even so, she's seventeen. Nothing is easy for the Lin family. At school, Josephine becomes the it girl. And all of Ann's friends abandon her. She's so unhappy. Bro found himself a new friend that could turn into something more. But things get awkward when their sisters find out. Will the Lin siblings find their happiness?

My Thoughts: My heart hurts for the Lin siblings; they're going through so much and nothing is easy for them. I think this is a really powerful book. There's a lot packed into this graphic novel: family drama, classism, homophobic people, illegal immigrants, bullies, and trying to live your best life. The ending surprised me. I hope there are more books coming because I want to know what happens next. 

Cover Thoughts: Great, it plays up the different dynamics

Source: My Library

Library Recommendation: A must have graphic novel for your library's collection