Chu Ju’s House
Chu Ju’s House by Gloria Whelan, published by Harper Collins on April 13, 2004, is a poignant narrative that explores the complexities of family and tradition. In this edition, readers follow the story of fourteen-year-old Chu Ju, who faces a heartbreaking dilemma when her family must send her newborn sister away due to societal laws and expectations. Determined to protect her sibling, Chu Ju embarks on a courageous journey, leaving her home behind in search of a place where she and her sister can belong.
This book presents a vivid portrayal of life in China, highlighting the struggles faced by girls and women within a framework of strict societal norms. As Chu Ju navigates her path, themes of family, social issues, and the quest for identity emerge, offering insights into the challenges of growing up in a world where tradition often conflicts with personal desires. With 227 pages, this edition invites readers to engage with the emotional depth of Chu Ju’s story and the broader implications of her journey.
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One girl too many . . .
When a girl is born to Chu Ju’s family, it is quickly determined that the baby must be sent away. After all, the law states that a family may have only two children, and tradition dictates that every family should have a boy. To make room for one, this girl will have to go.
Fourteen-year-old Chu Ju knows she cannot allow this to happen to her sister. Understanding that one girl must leave, she sets out in the middle of the night, vowing not to return.
With luminescent detail, National Book Award-winning author Gloria Whelan transports readers to China, where law conspires with tradition, tearing a young woman from her family, sending her on a remarkable journey to find a home of her own.
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