Frankly in Love

Frank Li, a high school senior in Southern California, navigates the challenges of cultural expectations and his own feelings as he falls for a girl outside his Korean heritage. To escape parental restrictions, he and his friend Joy Song agree to pretend to date, setting off a series of unexpected realizations about love, identity, and his own heart. David Yoon's debut novel is a heartfelt blend of romantic comedy and insightful exploration of race, family, and friendship.