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We love this middle grade series for its inclusive cast of characters, fun adventures and never-take-no-for-an-answer heroine, and we think it can help children aged 8+ develop empathy and understanding of children that might not have their same childhood experiences. 

Protagonist Mia Tang has moved away from China to the United States with her parents, and what we really love is that although the American Dream hasn't quite come to fruition for them yet, Mia has big ideas of her own. She wants to become a writer, and throughout the books in the series, she works towards that goal, while also helping her parents hide immigrants in the motel they live in. 

These books are full of courage, kindness, friendship and so much more, and we recommend for all fans of Boy At the Back of the Class and A Kind of Spark.

Love this series? Check out our list of the Best Family and Home Stories for 9 and 10 year olds

All the Front Desk books in order:

Book 1: Front Desk (2018)
Book 2: Three Keys (2020)
Book 3: Room to Dream (2021)
Book 4: Key Player (2022)

Available in the USA:
Book 5: Top Story (2023)

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Book 1
Front Desk
Book 1

Front Desk

Mia Tang has a lot of secrets: 1. She lives in a motel, not a big house. 2. Her parents hide immigrants. 3. She wants to... MoreFront Desk

(17 reviews) 5 17
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Book 2
Three Keys
Book 2

Three Keys

The story of Mia, and her family and friends at the Calivista Motel, continues in this powerful, hilarious, and resonant... MoreThree Keys

(3 reviews) 5 3
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Book 3
Room To Dream: (Front Desk #3)
Book 3

Room To Dream: (Front Desk #3)

Mia Tang is going for her dreams: 1. She's finally going on holiday to see her family - in China! 2. She's taking on th... MoreRoom To Dream: (Front Desk #3)

(3 reviews) 5 3
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Book 4
Key Player
Book 4

Key Player

MIA TANG IS PLAYING TO WIN! The Women's World Cup is coming to California, and everyone has football fever - especially... MoreKey Player

(4 reviews) 5 4
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