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Stay True: A Memoir by Taiwanese New Yorker staff writer, Hua Hsu: This book dives into the grief of losing a loved one, with Hsu not holding back from revisiting old wounds in his works by reliving memories of his late Japanese friend Ken. Hsu and Ken were polar opposites — the only thing Hsu thought they had in common was being immigrants in America. Ken’s interests were far too mainstream for Hsu, who was deeply immersed in publications and record stores. But he soon realized the importance of their friendship and how much he yearns — now that Ken is gone — to go back in time to see him again. Hsu chose to write this book in honor of Ken’s memory, touching on every aspect of what true friendship entails. He also takes the reader on a journey through his therapy, revealing what he learned on the way to help those coping with loss to be able to process and move on. Despite the fact that this book is about two Asian American boys, it merely concentrates on the emotional moments rather than highlighting racial differences.