Chapter Book · Ages 12–+ · 1999
Chinese Cinderella
An unloved daughter battles family disdain in 1940s China, seeking love and triumph.
240 pages· 48,397 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
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Summary: In 1940s China, Adeline Yen Mah is deemed bad luck by her affluent family after her mother's death. As her father remarries, Adeline faces her stepmother's disdain while her step-siblings are pampered. Despite excelling in school, she yearns for familial love and acceptance. This memoir unfolds like a Cinderella tale, revealing Adeline's resilience and hope amidst adversity. Will she find the love she craves, or remain an outcast in her own home? Discover her journey of courage and triumph against the odds.








