The Great Rat Hunt by Laurence Yep

Today's memoir is called "The Great Rat Hunt," by Laurence Yep. It's a beautiful and funny story about growing up, feeling inadequate at sports, race, and a boy's relationship with his father. As you listen, pay attention to how the memoir is organized. As opposed to other memoirs we've read that begin with reflection/analysis and then tell the story, this memoir has those reflections sprinkled throughout the narrative. It's a really powerful technique that helps you empathize with the author--almost like you ARE the author--because you hear his story and feel his feelings throughout.