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154 pages • first pub 1999 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 0141317159
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
In China in 1911, young Ailin defies tradition and refuses to have her feet bound. No longer eligible for marriage, her cruel uncle says she must earn her keep either as a concubine or a nun. But Ailin has an indomitable spirit and bold conviction...
Community Reviews Summary of 327 reviews
Moods
inspiring 53%
reflective 53%
emotional 46%
sad 26%
adventurous 13%
dark 13%
hopeful 13%
challenging 6%
tense 6%
Pace
medium 46%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 53% | A mix: 46%Strong character development?
Yes: 76% | N/A: 15% | No: 7%Loveable characters?
Yes: 84% | No: 7% | N/A: 7%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 92% | No: 7%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 33% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 8%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Minor
Adult/minor relationship
154 pages • first pub 1999 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 0141317159
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
In China in 1911, young Ailin defies tradition and refuses to have her feet bound. No longer eligible for marriage, her cruel uncle says she must earn her keep either as a concubine or a nun. But Ailin has an indomitable spirit and bold conviction...
Community Reviews Summary of 327 reviews
Moods
inspiring 53%
reflective 53%
emotional 46%
sad 26%
adventurous 13%
dark 13%
hopeful 13%
challenging 6%
tense 6%
Pace
medium 46%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 53% | A mix: 46%Strong character development?
Yes: 76% | N/A: 15% | No: 7%Loveable characters?
Yes: 84% | No: 7% | N/A: 7%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 92% | No: 7%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 33% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 8%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Minor
Adult/minor relationship