About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager feels like they are living between two worlds or is struggling with the heavy weight of high school expectations and mental health. This raw and honest graphic memoir follows Deborah, a Korean American girl navigating the complexities of cultural identity, a strained relationship with her mother, and the isolation of being one of the few students of color in her suburban school. It is a deeply personal look at clinical depression and the slow, non-linear path toward self-acceptance. While the themes are intense, including self-harm and suicidal ideation, the book serves as a vital bridge for communication between parents and teens. It provides a mirror for those who feel invisible and a window for parents to understand the silent pressures of modern adolescence. Best suited for high schoolers aged 14 and up, this memoir offers a realistic rather than sugar-coated perspective on finding hope through art and connection.
