Mia Tang is going for the goal in the fourth Front Desk novel byNew York Timesbestselling author Kelly Yang!Mia Tang is play to win!
The Womens World Cup is coming to Southern California, and everyone has soccer feverespecially Mia Tang! The U.S. team is playing China in the finals, and Mia feels like her two identities are finally coming together. But when her P.E. teacher gives her a C, Mia tries to pull up her grade by scoring interviews with the championship teams. Its not so easy when . . .
1. The two teams are hunkered down in secret hotels in Pasadena and not taking any media requests.
2. Mr. Yao is back at the motelas a co-owner! Jason is sure his dad deserves a second chance. Mia is not so sure.
3. Mias parents are trying to buy a house of their very own, which turns out to be a LOT harder than they thought!
As Mia aims for her goals, she'll have to face strikers from all corners, as well as her own fears. But if anyone can find a way to win big, it's Mia Tang!
Praise forRoom to Dream:
* Yang sensitively presents issues like racism, consent, and gentrification in an accessible and engaging manner. --Booklist, starred review
* Fans of this series that keeps going strong will devour this latest entry. --Kirkus, starred review
Awards and Praise forFront Desk:
Parents' Choice Gold Medal Fiction Award Winner
NPR Best Books of the Year
KirkusReviews Best Books of the Year
Publishers WeeklyBest Books of the Year
Washington PostBest Books of the Year
Amazon Best Books of the Year
School Library JournalBest Books of the Year
BookpageBest Books of the Year
New York Public Library Best Books of the Year
Chicago Public Library Best Books of the Year
Top Ten Debut Novels 2018 -ALA Bookll³¨
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