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In Limbo

Deb JJ Lee

This graphic memoir follows Deborah (Jung-Jin) Lee, a Korean American immigrant whose life moves between suburban New Jersey and Seoul. After emigrating from South Korea, Deborah feels marked as different and struggles with English. She recounts mental-health challenges and conflict with a demanding mother, tracing both a coming-of-age experience and a return home. The memoir presents her experiences as an immigrant alongside her family life.

This book appears on 2 reading lists across 1 edition from 2 organizations.

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Themes
Family · Growing Up · Identity · Immigration And Migration · Mental Health
Format
Paperback
Publisher
First Second
Published
March 7, 2023
ISBN-13
9781250252661
Language
English
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