David Yoon
3 SeriesDavid Yoon is an American author whose debut novel, "Frankly in Love," became a New York Times bestseller. Following its success, Entertainment Weekly named him "YA's Next Superstar."
David Yoon's debut novel, "Frankly in Love," draws from his own experiences with cultural expectations around dating. The story follows Frank Li, a Korean-American teenager raised in Southern California, whose parents insist he date within his culture. Despite this, Frank falls in love with Brit Means, a white girl, leading him to devise a plan to appease his parents. He collaborates with family friend Joy Song, who faces similar pressures, to stage a fake relationship. As their scheme unfolds, Frank grapples with the complexities of love, identity, and familial expectations.
