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Pardalita

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PardalitaMILDRED L. BATCHELDER HONOR WINNER School Library Journal Best of the Year BCCB Best of the Year (Blue Ribbon Selection) A beautiful slice of life story that is This One Summer meets Ursula K. Le Guin's Very Far Away from Anywhere Else, told in flashbacks 16 year old Raquel lives in a small town in Portugal, the kind of place where everyone knows everyone else's business. Her parents are divorced and she's just been suspended for cursing out a school

MILDRED L. BATCHELDER HONOR WINNER

School Library Journal Best of the Year
BCCB Best of the Year (Blue Ribbon Selection)

A beautiful slice-of-life story that is This One Summer meets Ursula K. Le Guin's Very Far Away from Anywhere Else, told in flashbacks

16-year-old Raquel lives in a small town in Portugal, the kind of place where everyone knows everyone else's business. Her parents are divorced and she's just been suspended for cursing out a school aide asking about her father's new marriage. She has two best friends, Luísa and Fred, but wants something more. Then, from afar, she sees Pardalita, a senior and a gifted artist who's moving to Lisbon to study in the fall. The two girls get to know each other while working on a play. And Raquel falls in love.

Using a gorgeous blend of prose poems, illustrations, and graphic novel format, author and artist Joana Estrela captures the feeling of being a teenager in a way that feels gentle, joyful, and real.

P R A I S E

★ "Intimate...Through a fledgling queer romance, the creator presents a story of change, connection, and transformation."
--Publishers Weekly (starred)

★ "The elegant simplicity of this book belies the artistic depth and emotional resonance contained within. Will leave readers in quiet, piercing satisfaction."
--Booklist (starred)

★ "A leisurely, emotional stroll through a slice-of-life story that explores identity and sexuality in an authentically sweet and subtle way."
--School Library Journal (starred)

★ "The writing style is intriguing and deliberate...the slice-of-life approach working perfectly with Estrela's creative vision in switching up formats to best convey Raquel's intense and powerful self-discovery...this tender, warm book will likely enchant all romantic fans."
--BCCB (starred)

"Effectively conveys adolescent turmoil, the heady intoxication of first love, and sweet moments of connection as young queer love blossoms. The book's strength lies in its careful presentation of telling details. Quietly resonant and sincerely told."
--Kirkus Reviews
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merilu sepulveda
Charlottesville, US
★★★★★ 5
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Format: Paperback
Muy bueno
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Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2025
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ridict sloan
West Palm Beach, US
★★★★★ 5
Great book series
Format: Paperback
Great book series! Can't wait for the new one!!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2025
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SkyCaptain
New York, US
★★★★★ 4
Better than the first
Format: Kindle
The art is amazing, just like in the first installment. There are less jumps in the story, making it flow better than the first, which seemed disjointed at times. The word bubbles still need work making clear exactly who is talking, but it’s better than on the first volume. I’m looking forward to the third volume.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2026
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hope J.
Belleville, US
★★★★★ 5
good buy!
Format: Paperback
daughter loved the book! one of her faves now !
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Shannon
Battle Creek, US
★★★★★ 5
Great books! Hope there are more!
Format: Paperback
My 10 year devoured both books 1 & 2 in two days! She loves them so much and can’t stop talking about them. She is telling all her friends they HAVE to read them! I’m sure she will read them again and again. Thank you Sylvia Douye!
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Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2024

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