Tokyo to Tijuana: Gabriele Departing America

"Tokyo to Tijuana: Gabriele Departing America" by Steven David Justin Sills is a story about a Korean-American man named Sang Huin, who is also known as Shawn, finding himself in South Korea. After a heartbreaking past that includes his sister's murder and his father's suicide, he's trying to figure out who he is and where he belongs. The story starts by showing how deeply Sang Huin feels things and how much his past hurts him, especially as he thinks about his family and friendships. He struggles with being both American and Korean, and through his interactions, especially with his friend Yang Lin, he deals with feeling lonely and lost. The book is full of thoughtful reflection and vivid descriptions, setting the stage for Sang Huin's adventure to understand himself and his place in the world.