The Red Sandals

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The story delves into Jing Li's tumultuous beginnings, marked by her mother's desperate attempt to abort her and her subsequent abandonment to a resentful grandmother. This grandmother, burdened by her own painful past and cultural expectations, embodies the harsh realities of a peasant life, including a history of tragic choices. The narrative explores themes of survival, familial bonds, and the impact of societal pressures on women's lives in a deeply personal and historical context.