Riko & Ray: The Rat Race Ends Within

By Joseph Jacob

Riko and Ray grew up side by side, but the choices they made sent them on very different journeys. Riko the planner sacrificed nights out for study, saved every penny, and worked toward financial freedom. Ray, the free spirit, lived for the moment, choosing fun over plans.

Through striking illustrations of rats navigating the life's many doors, education, careers, struggles, and success, this thought-provoking book explores the paths we all will take. Some lead to security, others to setbacks, but the message is clear: escaping the right race is possible.

Part of the get out rat race movement promoted by getoutratrace.com, this book is more than just a story-it's a call to action. It inspires readers to pursue their passions, build businesses around what they love, and give back to causes they care about. Success isn't just about money; it's about purpose, self-actualization, helping others, and the drive to create a life on your own terms.

The race is on. Which path will you choose?

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1918422524
• ISBN13: 9781918422528
• Release Date: July 2026
• Publisher: New Generation Publishing
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 12 years and under
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 7