“. . . a moving chronicle that shows strength, growth, and reflection.”—Kirkus Reviews

“So many of us must wrestle with the paradox of being too Asian for America, and too American for Asia. In a collection of sharply-rendered—and tender—portraits, King writes unflinchingly to confront the pain of the past and set new narratives into motion.”—Elise Hu, author of Flawless: Lessons in Looks and Culture from the K-Beauty Capital

“Kinda Korean tackles the complexities of navigating between cultures with both lyricism and courage. It details the author’s life with unflinching honesty, and in doing so, creates a work of profound empathy.”—Kara H.L. Chen, author of Love & Resistance and Asking For a Friend

“Kinda Korean is an intimate and gutsy portrait of resilience and radical self-acceptance . . . Through stories filled with heartbreak, and healing, she confronts intergenerational trauma and reclaims her inner defiance, finding the power to redefine her boundaries in a world that often seeks to impose them. I was moved by her story and rooting for the fierce spirit rising on every page.”—Rachel Sahaidachny, Editor and Poet

“[Sung’s] is a universal voice of children of immigrant parents. As a Latina who grew up in the USA with Honduran immigrant parents, I deeply connected with [Sung’s] personal struggles, and I’ve never felt more seen while reading a book. From feeling ashamed of my father’s heavy accent to not speaking perfect Spanish, I found myself nodding along to each chapter . . . Whether you’re the parent or child in an immigrant household, there are parts of you blended in these pages. I recommend this book to anyone, but if you’ve ever felt stuck between two cultures, you must read this book.” —Marie Garcia, Memoir Magazine Book Review