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Read Time: ~5.3 hr

Oranges on Golden Mountain

by Elizabeth Partridge (2001)

About this book

When hard times fall on his family, Jo Lee is sent from China to San Francisco, where he helps his uncle fish and dreams of being reunited with his mother and sister.

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreOranges on Golden Mountain Lead Character

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