Crossing
Crossing
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2010
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Upstate New York • Contemporary
2010
YA
13-18 years
Super Short Summary
Crossing by Andrew Xia Fukuda follows a Chinese-born teenager navigating life in a predominantly white American high school. As students mysteriously disappear, the protagonist confronts his cultural identity and struggles with feelings of alienation and belonging. The novel explores themes of identity, acceptance, and the challenges faced by immigrants in a new environment.
Dark
Mysterious
Unnerving
Melancholic
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
2,152 ratings
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Review Roundup
Andrew Xia Fukuda's Crossing has been praised for its compelling narrative and strong character development. Reviewers highlight its nuanced exploration of identity and cultural dislocation. Some critique it for its pacing and complexity, which might confuse readers at times. Overall, it offers a thought-provoking look at the immigrant experience and personal transformation.
Who Should Read Crossing?
Readers who enjoy Crossing by Andrew Xia Fukuda are likely to appreciate complex narratives exploring identity and cultural assimilation. Fans of Sherman Alexie's The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian or Jhumpa Lahiri's The Namesake may find this novel similarly engaging for its themes of belonging and self-discovery.
2,152 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Upstate New York • Contemporary
2010
YA
13-18 years
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