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In Child of the Owl by Laurence Yep, 12-year-old Casey moves to live with her traditional grandmother, Paw-Paw, in 1960s Chinatown, San Francisco, after her father is hospitalized. There, she learns about her cultural heritage and the sacrifices of her ancestors, particularly through a family necklace symbolizing their history. Casey navigates feelings of isolation and discovers unsettling truths about her father's gambling addiction, ultimately finding a sense of belonging with Paw-Paw. This novel includes topics like gambling addiction, family struggle, and cultural identity.