Chinese Cinderella
Overview & Summary
This memoir recounts the childhood of Adeline Yen Mah, the unwanted daughter in a wealthy Shanghai family who is blamed by her stepmother and siblings for her own mother's death in childbirth. Nicknamed "Bad Luck" at home, Adeline finds refuge and self-worth in her schoolwork, eventually winning a prestigious writing prize that briefly earns her family's approval. It is an unflinching account of neglect and resilience within a household ruled by a cold, controlling stepmother.
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Who This Book Is For
Designed for Middle school students (Grades 6–8) preparing for curricula at schools like Castilleja School, Menlo School. It fits right into English Literature and History studies.
Why CE Recommends This Book
Selected for Academic Enrichment & Readiness. Pushing slightly beyond standard classroom expectations, this title widens vocabulary, supports steady Lexile growth, and builds the academic rigor needed for advanced middle and high school courses.
