Parachutes
Kelly Yang
Claire leaves Shanghai to study in the United States and moves into Dani’s home, where Dani resents having their spare room rented out. As Claire encounters new independence, Dani faces a difficult relationship with her teacher. Their lives unfold amid choices with lasting consequences. The novel centers privileged Asian teenagers whose parents have sent them to America, while addressing racism, xenophobia, classism, and sexual harassment. An author’s note is included.
This book appears on 2 reading lists across 1 edition from 2 organizations.
