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Ling & Ting Not Exactly the Same is a children’s picture book by Grace Lin that follows two identical twin sisters living in a Chinese American household. Readers see how the twins challenge the idea that they are the same and learn to embrace their own individuality.
The story highlights themes of family, identity, and individuality, making it a touching example of realistic fiction that reflects contemporary life for Chinese American children.
Published to critical acclaim and reviewed by the New York Times, the book offers a gentle but powerful lesson for young readers about self‑discovery and the value of diversity within similarity.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Grace Lin
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