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Title details for Lucky Cat by Melody Cheng - Available

Lucky Cat

by Melody Cheng
Helen Wu
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Lucky Cat is a heartwarming story about an immigrant family in America, and a new friend their daughter June makes as they prepare to open their restaurant.
June's family have a new home in America. There's plenty to do before their restaurant opens, but Mama is excited when she finds the previous owners have left a Lucky Cat! It's meant to bring good luck to their ventures, and June is even more excited the next evening when she finds that the statue can come to life.
But unfortunately, Lucky Cat doesn't seem that lucky. She has the best intentions but she knocks over the vinegar bottle and rips holes in people's clothing. Will she ever get anything right? Luckily, June learns that real luck is earned through hard work and perseverance as the family embark on a new venture, close to their hearts.
This beautiful book, authored by the hosts of the hugely popular AsianBossGirl podcast and packed with lively, characterful illustrations from the exceptionally talented Eunice Chen tells a funny and uplifting tale of family love and fitting in in a new country.

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  • Publisher

  • Release date

    September 6, 2022

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Read

      • ISBN: 9780711270466

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • Kirkus

      December 1, 2022
      An unlikely pair try their luck. A young girl named June and her family, recent emigrants from Asia, approach an empty sushi restaurant, where a Lucky Cat statue on the counter sparks the parents' excitement. They explain to June that the restaurant is their hope for financial stability. One night, June discovers that the statue can come to life. Lucky Cat hands June a broom, and the two work together to clean up the restaurant. Despite polishing things up, Lucky Cat accidentally spills vinegar onto the orders. A few more cat-related mishaps lead to the restaurant closing. Undeterred, the family attempts to open a laundromat as well as several other businesses, all of which fail as the "lucky" feline continues to offer aid. Frustrated, June eventually blames Lucky Cat, scaring her away. Despite the emotional roller coaster the family endures, the descriptive narrative maintains an even tone. Chen deftly uses contrasts in light to heighten emotions in the brightly colored cartoons--in particular when we see June wrapped in a family embrace and given a gentle reminder of the importance of family. A reconciliation with Lucky Cat and a pivot to the family's homemade baos finally bring good fortune. (This book was reviewed digitally.) A sweet tale highlighting the tenacity and contributions of immigrant families. (Picture book. 5-8)

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  • OverDrive Read

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Languages

  • English

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