Praise for MAIZY CHEN'S LAST CHANCE:
★ "Lisa Yee combines neglected U.S. history and multi-generational family legends... to create the
delightful and enlightening Maizy Chen's Last Chance."
–Shelf Awareness, starred review
★ "A
moving, multilayered family narrative." –
Booklist, starred review
★ "
Captivating... and prompts readers to consider what it means to be American." –
The Horn Book, starred review
★ "This
fast-paced, humorous, heartwarming tale of family and history is likely to appeal to readers of all ages." –
School Library Journal, starred review
"Heartfelt, personal, and real–
this book is a gift." –Tae Keller, Newbery-winning author of
When You Trap a Tiger
"Bursting with
humor and heart." –Kate Messner,
New York Times bestselling author of
Breakout
"
I love this book. This is a big story and brings up much-needed discussion about the importance of community, history, and truth." –Rita Williams-Garcia, Newbery Honor-winning author of
One Crazy Summer