
'I Love You So Mochi' by Sarah Kuhn is a heartwarming coming-of-age story that follows Kimi as she embarks on a journey to Japan to discover more about herself and her family. Through her adventures, she learns about her mother's past, navigates her own self-discovery, and finds the courage to follow her passion. The book beautifully explores themes of family dynamics, self-acceptance, and the importance of staying true to oneself, all set against the backdrop of Japan's rich culture and stunning destinations.
Kimi's story is a poignant exploration of relationships, identity, and the power of pursuing one's dreams. The author skillfully weaves together a tale of love, self-discovery, and cultural exploration, drawing readers in with relatable characters, heartfelt moments, and important life lessons. With a perfect blend of humor, emotion, and romance, 'I Love You So Mochi' is a captivating read that will leave readers feeling uplifted and inspired.
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Has Romance?
The romance is present but described as lukewarm and typical, not deeply invested.
From The Publisher:
Perfect for fans of Jenny Han and Kasie West, I Love You So Mochi is a delightfully sweet and irrepressibly funny novel from accomplished author Sarah Kuhn.
"As sweet and satisfying as actual mochi... a tender love story wrapped up in food, fashion, and family. I gobbled it up." - Maurene Goo, author of The Way You Make Me FeelKimi Nakamura loves a good fashion statement.She's obsessed with transforming everyday ephemera into Kimi Originals: bold outfits that make her and her friends feel like the Ultimate versions of themselves. But her mother disapproves, and when they get into an explosive fight, Kimi's entire future seems on the verge of falling apart. So when a surprise letter comes in the mail from Kimi's estranged grandparents, inviting her to Kyoto for spring break, she seizes the opportunity to get away from the disaster of her life.When she arrives in Japan, she's met with a culture both familiar and completely foreign to her. She loses herself in the city's outdoor markets, art installations, and cherry blossom festival - and meets Akira, a cute aspiring med student who moonlights as a costumed mochi mascot. And what begins as a trip to escape her problems quickly becomes a way for Kimi to learn more about the mother she left behind, and to figure out where her own heart lies.In I Love You So Mochi, author Sarah Kuhn has penned a delightfully sweet and irrepressibly funny novel that will make you squee at the cute, cringe at the awkward, and show that sometimes you have to lose yourself in something you love to find your Ultimate self.
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About the Author:
Sarah Kuhn is on a quest to eat every kind of mochi in the greater Los Angeles area. She is the author of the Heroine Complex series and has penned a variety of comics and short fiction about geeks, aliens, romance, and Barbie (yes, that Barbie). Additionally, Sarah is a finalist for the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer. In her spare time, she thinks way too much about one day adopting a pug and the lasting legacy of Claudia Kishi. A third-generation Japanese American, she lives in LA with her husband and an overflowing closet of vintage treasures. You can find Sarah online at heroinecomplex.com.
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