First-person narrative offers authentic insight into the immigrant experience
Combines humor and heartfelt storytelling for a relatable, engaging read
Features original artwork by debut artist Laura Gao
Explores themes of identity, belonging, and cultural adaptation
Seamless transitions between past and present timelines enhance the memoir's impact
Summarized by Shop
“Messy Roots is a laugh-out-loud, heartfelt, and deeply engaging story of their journey to find themself--as an American, as the daughter of Chinese immigrants, as a queer person, and as a Wuhanese American in the middle of a pandemic.”—Malaka Gharib, author of I Was Their American Dream After spending her early years in Wuhan, China, ridi
Author
Laura Gao
Format
Paperback
Genre
Comics & graphic novels, Biography, Young adult, Family, Society & culture, Humor & comedy
