The two male roommates are Japanese brothers, one of whom speaks English well, and one who has more difficulty. The story is told mostly through the eyes of Nao, a Japanese American woman who spent her early childhood in Japan and wants to reconnect with that part of herself, although some parts are told from the points of view of the other two women: Hyung, who is from Korea and Tina, who is from Singapore. An unforgettable story of personal growth in an exquisitely rendered setting.' -Kirkus, starred review 'This lighthearted yet serious-minded journey of discovery will delight, educate, and challenge teens interested in language and cultural exploration.' -School Library Journal, starred review ' makes her stupendous solo debut in what will prove to one of the best graphic titles of the year.Audiences can expect absolute delight.' -Booklist, starred review '.An immersive graphic novel that explores cross-cultural identity and the power of language to separate and to unite.' -The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, starred review 'In this stunningly layered graphic novel debut, Becker crafts a warmly actualized world in which the multiplicities of diasporic Asian identity are examined and held close.' -Publisher's Weekly, starred review 'Both hilarious and tender situations abound as this insightful graphic novel explores, among other topics, how language can either separate or bring people together.Harmony Becker’s YA graphic novel Himawari House(First Second) follows a year in the life of five young adults from four countries-the U.S., Singapore, Korea, and Japan-who live together in a group house for students in Japan. All told, 'Himawari House' will comfort young readers who are imagining their lives ahead and trigger nostalgic joy in older readers looking back.' -New York Times 'This emotionally and culturally rich YA story that puts the author's range of talents on full display.adventures rendered with a masterful hand and an impressive ear for dialogue.' -Washington Post 'This work exemplifies what the graphic novel format can achieve. The story will tug at your heartstrings and make you laugh. Himawari House is a tantalizing peek into the future of our global society.' - George Takei, author of New York Times-bestseller They Called Us Enemy 'Becker's art is intricate and rich at times, quick and playful at others. Harmony Becker's story resonates with humanity and deep wisdom. 'There is humor and charm in the intersection of languages and understandings. Winner of Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature (Young Adult) 2023 Winner of Kirkus Prize (Young Readers) 2022

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