Chinese Cinderella and the Secret Dragon Society

Name: Chinese Cinderella and the Secret Dragon Society
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781865088655
Price: 19.99 NZD
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By Adeline Yen Mah

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Chinese Cinderella and the Secret Dragon Society by Adeline Yen Mah follows the story of a young girl named CC, who is mistreated by her family. She finds refuge with the Secret Dragon Society, a group that trains her in martial arts and encourages her to discover her inner strength. Set against the backdrop of wartime China, CC embarks on thrilling adventures, learning about bravery, friendship, and self-discovery.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by tales of courage and adventure set against a fascinating historical backdrop. Set in China during World War II, this story follows a young girl who joins a martial arts school and becomes involved in a secret mission. With its blend of action, history, and ancient Chinese culture, it offers a rich and engaging reading experience for young readers.

Chinese Cinderella and the Secret Dragon Society

The companion to the well-loved and internationally bestselling Chinese Cinderella, Chinese Cinderella and the Secret Dragon Society is a tale of high adventure and friendship, set in China during the Second World War.

Description

Chinese Cinderella is thrown out of her home by her cruel stepmother onto the dangerous streets of Shanghai where Japanese soldiers patrol every corner. She takes refuge with Grandma Wu in her Martial Arts Academy. There, she becomes part of a whole new family, making friends with three remarkable boy acrobats and learning kung fu.

One day, the four children embark on a secret mission that changes their lives and the course of history forever.

Chinese Cinderella and the Secret Dragon Society is an exciting fantasy adventure based on a true incident that took place in China during the Second World War. It is inspired by the many stories Adeline Yen Mah wrote as a schoolgirl in Shanghai to escape the loneliness of her own childhood.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Chinese Cinderella and the Secret Dragon Society is praised for being an exciting and empowering adventure, rich in detail and atmosphere. It's described as a fascinating read, providing such a gripping narrative that readers find it hard to put down.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781865088655

Publisher: A&U Children's

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 August 2004

Country: Australia

Imprint: A&U Children

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 195.0mm

Weight: 262g

Pages: 300

Collections

Adeline Yen Mah Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Young Adult

About the Author

Adeline Yen Mah was born in Tianjin, studied medicine in London, and now divides her time between London and California. She is the author of the worldwide bestsellers, Falling Leaves, Chinese Cinderella (based on her extraordinary childhood and difficult family circumstances), Watching the Tree and A Thousand Pieces of Gold. Her unique perspectives create a window into Chinese culture for Western readers.

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