In Echoes of the White Giraffe, the sequel to Year of Impossible Goodbyes, Sookan is now living as a refugee in South Korea, separated from much of her family and adjusting to a new school in unfamiliar surroundings. Still grieving and struggling with the trauma of war, she must navigate adolescence in a society rebuilding from conflict. Guided by memories, letters, and new friendships, Sookan slowly regains a sense of purpose and belonging. With quiet strength, she learns to honor her past while finding her voice in a changing world.