It tells the story of Mei, the daughter of Chinese immigrants to New York, who is shown to be a bridge connecting her parents to their new home.

In their starred review, they also praised Diao's illustrations, noting it has "recognizably Chinese cues" which enriches the story of immigration and adaptation being told.

[2] Writing for The Booklist, Van McGary called it a "gorgeous picture book" that "exudes joy and celebration of identity".

McGary praises the Diao's "rich tones and golden hues", as well as Chen's "lyrical writing", and expounds on the book's themes of self-love and identity.

[4] They commented on the second-person narrative, which "adds intimacy to the lyrical text" and called the book a "shining affirmation of Chinese American identity.