ALSO BY TING-XING YE

WHITE LILY

Nearly a century ago, deep in the centre of the Forbidden City, China’s last emperor reigned from his dragon throne. Although he was only a boy, the imperial decrees issued in his name echoed in every corner of the country. Each man had to shave his head and wear a single pigtail to symbolize his submission to the emperor, and every woman was second in importance to the men in her family. Women were obedient to their fathers and brothers, and later to the husbands in their arranged marriages. Certainly no woman was encouraged to attend school or show any independence.

Into this world White Lily was born. She had a happy childhood, running, playing, and laughing, until, at the age of four, she was forced to undergo the painful procedure of foot binding required for all females of her social class.

But White Lily has her heart set on more than a traditional role in society. Together, she and her beloved elder brother devise a plan that will allow White Lily’s feet and mind to grow.

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