Chu Ju’s House
Chu Ju’s House by Gloria Whelan is a poignant tale published by HarperCollins on October 25, 2005. This reprint edition spans 240 pages and is presented in English. The story follows fourteen-year-old Chu Ju, who faces a heart-wrenching decision when her family must send away her newborn sister due to strict laws and cultural traditions in China that favor male children. Determined to protect her sister, Chu Ju embarks on a courageous journey, vowing to leave her home behind.
Readers will find a rich narrative that explores themes of family life and the societal pressures faced by women in a traditional setting. Whelan’s vivid storytelling immerses readers in the complexities of a young girl’s struggle against the constraints of her environment. As Chu Ju navigates her path, the book delves into the emotional landscape of familial bonds and the quest for belonging, making it a significant exploration of personal sacrifice and resilience.
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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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