The 2022 CALA Best Book Award (Chinese American Librarians Association)

Summary: In 1954 San Francisco, Lily Hu discovers love and identity under the neon glow of the Telegraph Club. As she and Kath navigate their forbidden romance, they face the looming threat of Red-Scare paranoia and her father's potential deportation. Can their love survive in a world that demands conformity? This gripping tale of courage and self-discovery unfolds against the backdrop of historical upheaval, challenging societal norms and personal boundaries. Will Lily and Kath's love endure the pressures of a society not ready to accept them? Dive into a story where love defies the odds and history shapes destiny.

Summary: In 1982 Detroit, a bar fight leaves Vincent Chin dead, igniting outrage when his killers receive a lenient sentence. This injustice propels the Asian American community into action, leading to a historic civil rights trial. As tensions rise, the fight for justice becomes a rallying cry against racism. Discover the pivotal events that transformed a tragedy into a movement, forever changing the landscape of civil rights in America. Will justice prevail, or will the echoes of this injustice continue to resonate? Uncover the story that turned whispers into a powerful call for change.