About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is beginning to feel the weight of family expectations versus their own emerging passions. This story follows thirteen-year-old Anjali, a girl caught between her dream of being a celebrity chef and her parents' desire for her to focus on traditional academic success. It beautifully explores the tension of being a first-generation American, specifically within a vibrant Indo-Trinidadian household. Parents will appreciate how the story handles the nuance of loving one's heritage while wanting the freedom to redefine it. It is a perfect choice for middle schoolers navigating self-confidence, cultural identity, and the courage to advocate for their own dreams, even when it feels like they are defying those they love most. The inclusion of recipes makes it a practical, interactive experience for the whole family.
