Description: Will the Lin family finally be reunited, and what would that mean for the kids' newfound freedom? Find out in this funny, heartfelt, nail-biting finale to the bestselling Parachute Kids trilogy! Perfect for fans of New Girl, Invisible, and The Tryout series.
WILL THEY LOSE EVERYTHING THEY LOVE?
It's been three and a half years since the Lin siblings emigrated from Taiwan, and they've grown comfortable living apart from their parents. With Jesse (Jia-Xi) away at college and Jason (Ke-Gāng) now in charge, Ann (Feng-Li) is fully embracing the life of a thirteen-year-old. She hangs out with friends, crushes on a boy, and secretly adopts a dog! Meanwhile, Sis struggles with her law studies at Berkeley and questions her choice, while Bro longs to come out to his father but fears the consequences.
So when Mama and Baba join them in San Francisco, and Mama announces she is staying, the news is met with mixed feelings. Suddenly, everything about the kids' lives is being scrutinized: they are too American, developing strange practices, and losing their Taiwanese values and identity. As the conflicts escalate, Baba threatens to uproot them again! Can the siblings band together to show their parents that while they'll always value their Taiwanese heritage, they are American kids now?
Review Quotes:
Praise for Parachute Kids (Parachute Kids #1):
ABA Indie Bestseller
National Book Award Longlist Title
Asian/Pacific American Award Honor Book
* "The development of the characters and their relationships is convincing and balanced, and the siblings' respective experiences are relatable for anyone who has tried to fit in somewhere. This empathic story centers a less widely recognized community and thoughtfully presents a distinct facet of immigration. Emotionally moving and beautifully executed." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review
* "At once common and unique, this is a compelling story of immigration and family bonds; highly recommended." --School Library Journal, starred review
* "Tang's artwork clearly conveys the emotions of each scene, and readers will find this story hard to put down." --Booklist, starred review
* "Tang weaves themes of family, racial stereotyping, cultural adaptation, sacrifice, peer pressure, sexuality, bullying, and survival into a poignant and triumphant story of perseverance and resilience, presenting a remarkably honest depiction of an Asian American immigrant experience." --The Horn Book, starred review
"Uplifting...Across crisp, boldly colored panels, the creator addresses heavy topics such as bullying, queer identity, and racism. Inspired by her own experience as a 'parachute kid, ' defined in an author's note as children brought to live with friends or relatives in foreign countries, Tang balances humor and heart with the difficult realities of what parachute kids may face." --Publishers Weekly
"Tang's debut graphic novel effectively telegraphs the characters' fears and anxieties with focused perspectives and animated panels, underscoring the obstacles immigrants must face. . . . The siblings' emotional journey and ultimate ability to appreciate and honor both Western and Taiwanese cultures with friends and family make an aspirational model for young people trying to make the best of relocating in unforeseen situations." --Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, recommended
Praise for Outsider Kids (Parachute Kids #2):
ABA Indie Bestseller
Amazon Top Book of 2025
* "Brisk, well-crafted dialogue and attractive, comic-style drawings support the narrative flow, weaving in intercultural perspectives that are at once humorous and relatable, while candidly addressing difficult issues...Tugs at the heartstrings and will spark important, age-appropriate conversations on pertinent, broadly relevant topics." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review
* "Throughout the book, these characters face real challenges and subsequently show real growth. Readers will cheer on the siblings as they band together to overcome every obstacle, proving they can make their American life work. As powerful and triumphant as the first book, this eye-opening read belongs on all shelves." --School Library Journal, starred review
* "Vibrantly colored panels add occasional comic relief while exploring themes of family, friendship, belonging, queer sexuality, and the sense of loss that reflects true-to-life immigrant experiences. Overall, perseverance and the enduring triumph of the human spirit propel the Lin siblings on their journey to realizing the American dream." --Horn Book, starred review
"Full-color comic illustrations effectively aid in telling the story, and Tang exhibits particular skill in portraying the characters' many expressive emotions. Though Feng-Li and her family face serious problems, lighthearted scenes throughout add richness to the story and convey a more complete picture of their unique experience. . . While best read as a sequel, this accessible graphic novel still stands on its own and is an entertaining read on a topic readers may not know much about." --The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books, recommended
"Another truly superb graphic novel from Betty C. Tang! Fascinating, funny, and, at times, heart-wrenching. I adored this story about a family whose love for each other sees them through all the challenges life throws at them." --Christina Soontornvat, New York Times bestselling author of The Squad and The Tryout
"An incredible, refreshing, heartfelt companion to Parachute Kids that is not afraid to illustrate the hardships of many immigrant families. I could not put this book down!" --Joanna Cacao, New York Times bestselling illustrator of The Squad and The Tryout