I’m thrilled to share that my second young adult novel, HANGRY HEARTS, got a starred Kirkus review!!! It’s a beautiful review, and this is my favorite part: “Readers’ mouths will water over the descriptions of delicious Taiwanese and Korean dishes that appear throughout this strongly characterized story in which authentic homemade food isn’t just a source of pride but a love language. While Julie and Randall’s complex relationship is the primary focus, their story is deepened and enhanced by their special connections with their respective family matriarchs: Julie hurts for her ahma, who is emotionally burdened by the accident she caused years ago, and Randall never wants to disappoint his halmeoni, who lovingly accepted him when he came out as trans.”