Chinese Cinderella Book

February 2, 2015

Hi friends, I do love reading books and I'd love to share with you a book that I read last year.  It's called Chinese Cinderella by Adeline Yen Mah.


This book was recommended for me to read by my daughter who had to read this book for school.  I'm so glad that she suggested I read this book because I totally enjoyed it and it's a true story.

This book is a memoir of an unwanted daughter from a wealthy Chinese family taken place back in the 1940s.  This is the sad story of how she was treated by her own family after her mother dies giving birth to her.

I would recommend this book and you can read more about it HERE.  I hope I have inspired you to add this to your book reading list.  

What are you reading right now?





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Julie




38 comments

  1. Mary HillFebruary 2, 2015 at 8:51 AM

    Hi, this sounds like a very interesting tale. I know the Chinese prefer male babies over females. Such a sad situation for the daughter. I am going to put this on my TBR list. Thanks for sharing it at Literacy Musing Mondays.

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  2. UnknownFebruary 2, 2015 at 8:53 AM

    What an interesting book!

    Thanks for joining the Link Up this week!

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  3. Linda @ A La CarteFebruary 2, 2015 at 9:27 AM

    That does sound like an interesting book. I'll add it to my TBR list. I'm currently reading Jodi Picoult's 'leaving time'.

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  4. AliFebruary 2, 2015 at 9:54 AM

    Hi Julie I've read this book! It really is a good story but so sad. I've just started reading 'Tell the Wolves I'm Home'. Thanks for the links to the parties. Have a great week.
    Ali xx

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  5. StephanieFebruary 2, 2015 at 10:22 AM

    Hi Julie! This is a new book and author for me. It sounds quite interesting, my friend - I will have to see if my library has it.

    Happy Monday :) Hugs!

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  6. StephanieFebruary 2, 2015 at 10:22 AM

    Oh, I meant to tell you I LOVE your header :) You and your daughter did a lovely job :)

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  7. A Very Sweet BlogFebruary 2, 2015 at 10:52 AM

    What an interesting twist Julie! I'm adding this to the books I would like to read. Thank you!
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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  8. ChristineFebruary 2, 2015 at 11:27 AM

    Sounds like an interesting read. I'll have to check it out. Thanks for the recommendation.

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  9. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenFebruary 2, 2015 at 2:16 PM

    I love your new header, Julie! The book sounds like a good one and thank you for the recommendation.

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  10. ~Lavender Dreamer~February 2, 2015 at 2:44 PM

    I know I would like to read this book, too. Right now I'm back into the Maisie Dobbs mysteries by J. Winspear. She's coming out with a new book next month so I'm trying to get caught up. Enjoy your week my friend! Hugs, Diane

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  11. UnaFebruary 2, 2015 at 3:25 PM

    This used to be my daughter's favourite book, but it never crossed my mind to read it. You have inspired me to add it to my reading list.

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  12. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasFebruary 2, 2015 at 4:18 PM

    I wish I had time to read, Julie!!
    Thanks so much for stopping by! We got about 5 inches of snow over night..

    Hugs,
    Deb

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  13. Maya KuzmanFebruary 2, 2015 at 4:18 PM

    Thank you for mentioning this book. I haven't heard of it but by what you have said as introduction, it sounds interesting.

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  14. Vicky HuntFebruary 2, 2015 at 4:44 PM

    Sounds like a good read Julie. I love the new header on your blog...it looks great! Have a great week...:)

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  15. Winter_PixieFebruary 2, 2015 at 6:25 PM

    Oooh I remember reading this ages ago! I rescued the book from the thrift store for less than a dollar and I really enjoyed the story, it did make me sad that her life was not an easy one. But you are right to recommend this book!

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  16. AgyFebruary 2, 2015 at 11:43 PM

    I bet that would be a good read. I know that in those days the Chinese would dote on their boys. Fortunately for my gran, my great granddad wasn't like that. He had 18 kids with 2 wives and loved them all. He also encouraged them to go to school.

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  17. Celestina MarieFebruary 3, 2015 at 7:32 AM

    Hi Julie. This book sounds like a good read. I love true stories. Thanks for the recommendation. Have a wonderful February.
    Hugs

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  18. PoppyFebruary 3, 2015 at 8:41 AM

    Hi Julie,

    The book sounds quite intriguing, especially since it is a true story. Thanks so much for the recommendation. Have a lovely day!

    Poppy

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  19. UnknownFebruary 3, 2015 at 11:09 AM

    I'm definitely ordering this book. Sounds very interesting.

    Thanks for linking up at the #TGIFHop!

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  20. Kim February 3, 2015 at 1:47 PM

    I love nonfiction and this one sounds good! :) Perfect reading for a cold and snowy day...or month!!

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  21. Amy at love made my homeFebruary 3, 2015 at 1:56 PM

    It sounds as though it is a very sad but interesting story too. Glad you enjoyed it. xx

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  22. lindaFebruary 3, 2015 at 4:50 PM

    I have read something like this before Julie but it was very sad and I don't like reading sad stories. I have just finished A stitch before dying which took me about a month to get through but I did enjoy it and might read more of the series, and am about to start The first in the Rose Harbour series by Debi Macomber. :)

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  23. Deborah MontgomeryFebruary 3, 2015 at 6:31 PM

    Well, I've got a very long to-read list, but I'm going to add this one to it, as it looks very interesting. Thanks for the recommendation Julie. Hope you're having a good week! xo

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  24. JESFebruary 3, 2015 at 8:01 PM

    We are big book people over here! Thanks for the recommendation as true stories are even more interesting.

    Thanks for sharing at the Art of Home-Making Mondays.

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  25. Scrappy quilterFebruary 3, 2015 at 8:13 PM

    Ooh that looks like a great book.

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  26. Dreaming of VintageFebruary 3, 2015 at 9:39 PM

    Coming over from Roses of Inspiration. That book Sounds intriguing Julie! I'm going to see if I could download it on my Kindle. I'm reading a book about Elvis Presley right now.

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  27. BecaFebruary 3, 2015 at 11:20 PM

    It does sound like a good book. I do hope it at least has a happy ending. Can't handle too much sadness. Glad you enjoyed it.
    Xx Beca

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  28. Claire JustineFebruary 4, 2015 at 8:34 AM

    Looks like an interesting book Julie :)

    Thanks for sharing at Creative Mondays

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  29. April J HarrisFebruary 5, 2015 at 7:35 AM

    Someone else was talking to me about this book recently & based on your recommendation too I think I should read it! Thank you for sharing this with us at Hearth and Soul. I've pinned this post to my Book Reviews and Recommendations board :-)

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  30. Carrie TrippFebruary 5, 2015 at 9:30 AM

    I will be looking for this one! I just posted a review of a debut YA book, Disenchanted, by Leigh Goff on my blog today. I will be reading another book to review next.

    I'm going to check out some of the book linkys you shared. Thank you so much for joining us on Bloglovin' Blog Hop this week!

    Co-Host Carrie

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  31. Brewtiful FictionFebruary 6, 2015 at 9:31 AM

    Sounds like it could be a hard read but I do like non fiction books, tend to sympathise/relate to people more. thanks for sharing with #readwithme x

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  32. AnonymousFebruary 6, 2015 at 6:16 PM

    Julie, This book sounds so interesting but sad too. I love reading about the ancient Chinese culture. Pearl Buck's books are fascinating! Thank you for recommending this book and for linking to the linky party!

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  33. UnknownFebruary 7, 2015 at 10:14 PM

    I love, love, love this! Thanks for linking this up this week at Merry Monday's!

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  34. UnknownFebruary 8, 2015 at 2:51 PM

    Sounds like a great book! Thanks for sharing at What'd You Do This Weekend? I hope you'll join us again this Monday morning :)

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  35. UnknownFebruary 8, 2015 at 6:23 PM

    Sounds like an interesting book! Thank you for linking up to the Bloggers Brags Pinterest Party. I have pinned your post to the Bloggers Brags Pinterest Board.

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  36. She Yarns CrochetFebruary 13, 2015 at 10:46 PM

    Sounds like a great read. Thanks for sharing at Funtastic Friday. Hope to see you again this week.

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  37. StaceyFebruary 14, 2015 at 4:52 PM

    This looks really interesting, i love reading true life stories #readwithme

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  38. Adorned From AboveMarch 3, 2015 at 3:45 PM

    Hi Julie,
    This sounds like a really interesting book. Thanks so much for sharing with Adorned From Above's Link Party. Look for the new party up tonight.
    Have a great week.
    Debi @ Adorned From Above

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