45 pages 1 hour read

Adeline Yen Mah

Chinese Cinderella

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | YA | Published in 1999

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Chinese Cinderella by Adeline Yen Mah has received praise for its emotional depth and captivating narrative, illustrating resilience in the face of familial adversity. Readers were moved by Mah's poignant storytelling, though some criticized the pacing and found certain plot elements predictable. Overall, the memoir is celebrated for its heartfelt authenticity.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Chinese Cinderella?

Readers who enjoy Chinese Cinderella by Adeline Yen Mah typically appreciate memoirs and coming-of-age stories that explore resilience and cultural identity. Fans of The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls and I Am Malala by Malala Yousafzai will find it particularly engaging for its poignant portrayal of overcoming adversity in a challenging family environment.

Recommended

Reading Age

10-14years

Lexile Level

960L

Book Details

Themes
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Relationships: Family
Emotions/Behavior: Conflict
Genre
Chinese Literature
Education
Biography
Topics
History: Asian
Education
History: World