Book Series · 3 Books

Pacy Lin Books

In order from The Year of the Dog to Dumpling Days.

The Year of the Dog
The Year of the Rat
Dumpling Days
The Year of the Dog
The Year of the Rat
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Year of the Dog
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2005

The Year of the Dog

By Grace Lin

A young Taiwanese-American girl navigates her identity and family traditions while trying to find her place in the world.

160 pages· 23,424 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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Summary: Pacy embarks on a journey of self-discovery during the Chinese Year of the Dog. Her mother predicts a year of friendship, family, and finding herself. As Pacy navigates the ups and downs of talent searches and new friendships, she learns why this year is truly special. Will she uncover her hidden talents and embrace her identity? This heartfelt tale explores universal themes of belonging and self-discovery, promising a delightful read for young adventurers.
In reading order

Pacy Lin Series

3 books · Published 2005–2012

#1
#1 in Series
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$759

The Year of the Dog

Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2005

A young Taiwanese-American girl navigates her identity and family traditions while trying to find her place in the world.

#2

The Year of the Rat

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2008

Pacy faces change, dreams, and prejudice in the Year of the Rat.

#3
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$759

Dumpling Days

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

A trip to Taiwan challenges Pacy's identity and art skills.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Pacy Lin series?

There are 3 books in the Pacy Lin series. It began with The Year of the Dog in 2005, and the newest book, Dumpling Days, was published in 2012.

What order should you read the Pacy Lin books in?

Start with The Year of the Dog and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.

What ages are the Pacy Lin books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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