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192
Novel • Fiction
San Francisco, California • 2010s
2017
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Middle grade
8-12 years
780L
Stef Soto, Taco Queen by Jennifer Torres follows a young girl named Stef Soto, who reluctantly helps her family run their taco truck business. She navigates middle school challenges, cultural identity, and personal independence. Throughout the story, Stef learns to appreciate her family's heritage while finding her unique voice.
Heartwarming
Inspirational
Humorous
Nostalgic
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Stef Soto, Taco Queen by Jennifer Torres is praised for its engaging portrayal of cultural identity and family dynamics. Readers appreciate Stef's relatable journey and the vivid depiction of Latino culture. However, some find the plot predictable. The story's warm tone and empowering message about embracing one's heritage resonate well with its audience.
A reader who enjoyed Stef Soto, Taco Queen by Jennifer Torres is typically a middle-grade student who appreciates stories about family, identity, and cultural heritage, similar to those in Merci Suárez Changes Gears by Meg Medina and Front Desk by Kelly Yang. They favor relatable narratives with vibrant cultural backdrops.
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Julia Sandoval
A former best friend of Stef, who embodies self-confidence, revealing complexities in her relationship with Stef as they both navigate middle school.
Stef’s Dad (Papi)
An immigrant from Mexico who operates the family’s taco truck, balancing overprotectiveness with being a role model for Stef as she grows.
Amanda Garcia
Stef’s close friend and soccer teammate known for her comfort in her own skin and providing support and contrast to Stef’s journey.
Arthur Choi
Stef’s friend who embraces his unique qualities and dietary needs with confidence, offering a contrasting perspective to Stef’s concerns about fitting in.
192
Novel • Fiction
San Francisco, California • 2010s
2017
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Middle grade
8-12 years
780L
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