About This Book
Reach for this book when your middle schooler is feeling the weight of high expectations or struggling to navigate the complexities of a changing family dynamic. It is particularly resonant for children balancing multiple cultural identities who feel they must be perfect to please everyone. This graphic novel follows Takashi, a boy dealing with his parents' divorce and the pressure to excel, who mistakenly summons a mischievous Kitsune to solve his problems. While the story is packed with humor and supernatural battles, it deeply explores themes of accountability and self-acceptance. Parents will appreciate how it uses folklore to mirror the internal chaos of pre-teen life, making heavy topics like divorce and identity feel manageable and adventurous. It is an excellent choice for ages 8 to 12, offering a hopeful resolution that emphasizes the importance of true friendship and being honest about one's struggles.
