This beautifully illustrated book tells the ancient Chinese Cinderella story of Yeh-Shen, a kind but mistreated orphan girl living with her cruel stepmother and stepsister. With only a magical fish as her friend, Yeh-Shen's life changes when she is given a chance to attend a grand festival. The story explores themes of kindness, magic, and justice, showing how goodness can triumph over cruelty in a captivating cultural setting.