Book Recommendations Based On Your Chinese Zodiac
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By Prince Harry, The Duke of SussexYear of the Rat: For the first time, Prince Harry tells his own story, chronicling his journey with raw, unflinching honesty. ed what Prince William and Prince Harry must be thinking and feeling—and how their lives would play out from that point on.
The Prince of Nowhere
By Rochelle HassanYear of the Ox: This sweeping middle grade fantasy debut by Rochelle Hassan follows Roda and Ignis, who embark on an adventure filled with magic and mystery.
A Gentleman in Moscow
By Amor TowlesYear of the Tiger: Brimming with humor, a glittering cast of characters, and one beautifully rendered scene after another, this singular novel casts a spell.
Tools of Engagement
By Tessa BaileyYear of the Rabbit: A rom-com about two enemies who team up to flip a house because their chemistry will either burn the place down or ignite a passion that neither can ignore.
Lunar Love
By Lauren Kung JessenYear of the Dragon: This sweet, enemies-to-lovers debut rom-com filled with Chinese astrology will undoubtedly prove to be a perfect match with readers of Helen Hoang, Jasmine Guillory, and Helena Hunting.
An Ember in the Ashes
By Sabaa TahirYear of the Snake: In a brutal world inspired by Ancient Rome, a young woman finds herself enrolled within the oppressive government’s military academy, with a deep secret: she’s there as a spy for the Resistance.
My Oxford Year
By Julia WhelanYear of the Ram: A determined young woman eager to make her mark in the world and the handsome man who introduces her to an incredible love that will irrevocably alter her future.
House of Hollow
By Krystal SutherlandYear of the Monkey: A dark, twisty modern fairytale where three sisters discover they are not exactly all that they seem and evil things really do go bump in the night.
Seven Days in June
By Tia Williams
Year of the Horse: A hilarious, romantic, and sexy story of two writers discovering their second chance at love.
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
By Mark HaddonYear of the Rooster: A boy with autism who sets out to solve the murder of a neighbor's dog and discovers unexpected truths about himself and the world.
Either/Or
By Elif BatumanYear of the Dog: A hilarious, revelatory, and unforgettable story of one woman's quest for self-knowledge as she travels abroad and tests the limits of her newfound adulthood.
The Rabbit Hutch
By Tess GuntyYear of the Boar: A savagely beautiful and bitingly funny snapshot of contemporary America, a gorgeous and provocative tale of loneliness and longing, entrapment and, ultimately, freedom.
More book recommendations based on your Chinese Zodiac sign!
Year of the Rat (鼠 (shǔ)
1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020Positive Traits: Forthright, tenacious, systematic, meticulous, eloquent, sociableNegative Traits: Sometimes manipulative, vindictive, selfish, critical Emotional Traits: Not romantic, but can be sensual and loving
Year of the Ox (牛 (niú):
1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021
Year of the Tiger (虎 (hǔ):
1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022Positive Traits: Dependable, calm, born leader, patient, hardworking, ambitious Negative Traits: Can be stubborn, narrow-minded, materialistic, rigid, demanding Emotional Traits: Oxen make solid, steady, reliable partners. They can be tender and devoted. Never romantic.
Year of the Rabbit (兔 (tù):
1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023Positive Traits: Gracious, good friend, kind, reserved, cautious, artistic, compassionate, flexibleNegative Traits: Can be moody, detached, superficial, self-indulgent, opportunistic Emotional Traits: Rabbits are sensitive, sentimental, emotional, and easily moved to tears. They avoid long-term relationships
Year of the Dragon (龙 (lóng):
1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024Positive Traits: Magnanimous, stately, vigorous, generous, loyal, fieryNegative Traits: Arrogant, demanding, impetuous, tyrannical, intolerant, dogmatic Emotional Traits: Dragon relationships are never simple. In love life an emotional high is followed by a low.
Year of the Snake (蛇 (shé):
1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, 2025Positive Traits: Deep thinker, mystical, shrewd, responsible, strong, purposeful Negative Traits: Can be a loner, bad communicator, possessive, hedonistic, cold, self-doubtingEmotional Traits: Snake relationships can be highly complicated
Year of the Horse (马 (mǎ)
1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014, 2026Positive Traits: Cheerful, popular, quick-witted, astute, flexible, open-mindedNegative Traits: Can be fickle, childish, anxious, rude, gullible, and stubborn. Emotional Traits: Horses in love lose all logic and sense of perspective.
Year of the Ram / Sheep (羊 (yáng):
1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015, 2027Positive Traits: Righteous, gentle, understanding, mothering, compassionate, peacefulNegative Traits: Can be indecisive, over-sensitive, pessimistic, worried, weak-willedEmotional Traits: Home lovers who enjoy family life.
Year of the Monkey (猴 (hóu):
1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016, 2028Positive Traits: Inventor, motivator, improviser, intellectual, problem-solver, polite Negative Traits: Can be egotistical, vain, selfish, reckless, snobbish, suspicious Emotional Traits: Charming, amusing, romantic, and passionate. But can cool off very quickly.
Year of the Rooster (鸡 (jī):
1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, 2029Positive Traits: Acute, neat, conservative, alert, zealous, practical, responsible Negative Traits: Can be overly critical and puritanical, abrasive, opinionated, and empty bravado Emotional Traits: Passionate but have a tendency to avoid firm commitment in relationships
Year of the Dog (狗 (gǒu):
1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018, 2030 Positive Traits: Honest, loyal, sense of justice and fair play, dogged, attractive, intelligent.Negative Traits: Can be cynical, lazy, cold, judgemental, quarrelsome, and a worrier. Emotional Traits: Do not easily entrust their affections. Relationships are of the greatest importance in this sign
Year of the Boar (猪 (zhū):
1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019, 2031Positive Traits: Gallant, peace-loving, hard-working, trusting, sincere, thoughtfulNegative Traits: Can be naive, over-reliant, fatalistic, materialistic, self-indulgent Emotional Traits: Sensual, self-indulgent creatures addicted to momentary attraction with a tendency to promiscuity.
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