"A sparkling exploration of identity and belonging." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "Hoang adds nuance and depth to the "summer away from home" trope. a gentle reminder that everyone learns from one another in relationships . Sure, there are lessons to be learned here but the levity peppered throughout will draw in middle grade fans of Kelly Yang, Remi Lai, and Lily Lamotte." -- School Library Journal , starred review " Full of tenderness, humor, and resilience, Domi's summer shows how success and ambitions thrive when they are not pursued alone." -- BCCB "This contemporary coming-of-age story is uplifting while also, via the adults in Domi's family, providing a glimpse into the challenging experiences of first generation Vietnamese Americans ." -- Horn Book " A fiercely family-focused, heartwarming coming-of-age story . I laughed, I teared up, and I cheered for Domi as she learned to find the truth in herself.

" --Julie Abe, author of the Eva Evergreen and Tessa Miyata series " This book will hook you in with its claw - some jokes and rip-roaring adventure!" --Remy Lai, author-illustrator of Ghost Book and Pie in the Sky " Sharp, spunky, and lovable , Domi Pham is the type of unforgettable young heroine who stays with you long after the story ends." -- Katie Zhao, author of the Dragon Warrior and Winnie Zeng series.