The Year of the Dog by Grace Lin

The Year of the Dog

Pacy #1

Grace Lin

134 pages first pub 2005 (editions)

fiction childrens middle grade funny lighthearted medium-paced

Description

This funny and profound debut novel by prolific illustrator Lin tells the story of young Pacy who, as she celebrates the Chinese New Year with her family, discovers this is the year she is supposed to find herself. Illustrations.

Community Reviews Summary of 521 reviews

Moods

funny 86%
lighthearted 86%
hopeful 53%
reflective 40%
informative 33%
emotional 26%
inspiring 26%
adventurous 13%
relaxing 13%

Pace

medium 53%
fast 46%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 50%

Strong character development?

Yes: 90% | No: 10%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 91% | It's complicated: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 33% | Yes: 33% | No: 22% | N/A: 11%

Average rating

3.9

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