The selection is Journey to the Heartland by Xiaolong Huang https://www.amazon.com/Journey-Heartland.../dp/B0B637V5ZV Growing up with a gay father in 1980s China, Hanwei was introduced to oppression early in his childhood. As the stress of homophobia turned his father manipulative and cold, Hanwei’s childhood trauma threatened to destroy his life forever. With courage and ambition, he will stop at nothing to fight against injustice for a better life and world. When Hanwei falls in love with a man and moves to the United States, he must cope with a slew of new problems that tug him into darkness. Life as a gay Chinese immigrant in California isn’t always sunny. Facing endless struggles and all hope seems lost… until he understands that life has a greater purpose. He can’t change his past, but he can fight for a better future for others. If you’re passionate about cultural diversity, inspiring characters, social activism, and creating a better future for humankind – this book is the perfect read for you!