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An American face

by Jan M. Czech (2000)

About this book

Adopted from Korea by American parents, Jessie excitedly waits for the day he will get his American citizenship and, he thinks, an American face.

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreAn American face Lead Character

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