The Year of the Rat

Written by Grace Lin

Book #2 in the Pacy Lin series

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

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208 pages· 27,641 words· Est. 4 hour read· 730L

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Bookroo's summary

Pacy's world shifts as her best friend moves away, leaving her to navigate the challenges of the Year of the Rat alone. With dreams of becoming a writer and illustrator, she must confront her own flaws and the prejudice she encounters. Can Pacy find acceptance and beauty in change, or will the weight of expectations hold her back? Join her on a journey filled with humor, heart, and the quest for self-discovery in this touching sequel.

From the publisher

A fresh new look for this modern classic by the Newbery-Award winning and bestselling author of Where the Mountain Meets the Moon In this sequel to Year of the Dog, Pacy has another big year in store for her. The Year of the Dog was a very lucky year: she met her best friend Melody and discovered her true talents. However, the Year of the Rat brings big changes: Pacy must deal with Melody moving to California, find the courage to forge on with her dream of becoming a writer and illustrator, and learn to face some of her own flaws. Pacy encounters prejudice, struggles with acceptance, and must find the beauty in change. Based on the author’s childhood adventures, Year of the Rat, features the whimsical black and white illustrations and the hilarious and touching anecdotes that helped Year of the Dog earn rave reviews and satisfied readers.

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