The Not-So-Uniform Life of Holly-Mei

By Christina Matula

Book #1 in the A Holly-Mei Book series

New city, new school, new rules. Can she navigate frenemies and find her place?

3.9/5 Goodreads · 459 ratings

288 pages· 49,940 words· Est. 7 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

Holly-Mei Jones is thrilled to move to Hong Kong, but her new life isn't as perfect as she imagined. With a beachside school and a stunning apartment, she faces unexpected challenges: strict rules, high expectations, and a popular girl turning into a frenemy. Without her beloved Ah-ma's guidance, Holly-Mei struggles to fit in. Can her determination and sparkle help her conquer seventh grade and transform her Hong Kong adventure into a success? Discover how Holly-Mei navigates this vibrant city and its social maze, turning obstacles into opportunities.

From the publisher

“I can’t wait for readers to explore Hong Kong with Holly-Mei. I have no doubt they will love both as much as I did.” –Erin Entrada Kelly, 2018 Newbery Medalist and 2021 Newbery HonoreePacked with humor and heart, this debut middle grade series follows a girl finding her place in a brand-new world of private school and frenemies when her family moves to Hong Kong. Holly-Mei Jones couldn’t be more excited about moving to Hong Kong for her mother’s job. Her new school is right on the beach and her family’s apartment is beyond beautiful. Everything is going to be perfect . . . right?Maybe not. It feels like everywhere she turns, there are new rules to follow and expectations to meet. On top of that, the most popular girl in her grade is quickly becoming a frenemy. And without the guidance of her loving Ah-ma, who stayed behind in Toronto, Holly-Mei just can’t seem to get it right.It will take all of Holly-Mei’s determination and sparkle (and maybe even a tiny bit of stubbornness) to get through seventh grade and turn her life in Hong Kong into the ultimate adventure!

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