Super Short Summary

Chinese Cinderella follows Adeline Yen Mah's childhood in China from 1937 to 1952, detailing her experiences growing up in an abusive household. Shunned and bullied by her family, except for her Aunt Baba and grandparents, Adeline finds solace and success in school. Her intelligence and writing talents offer her a sense of hope and self-worth, ultimately leading her to pursue education and fulfill her dreams despite the hardships she faces. This book includes instances of physical punishment, emotional abuse, and animal cruelty.