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Daughters of the Bamboo Grove
From China to America, a True Story of Abduction, Adoption, and Separated Twins
Book • 2025
Barbara Demick's "Daughters of the Bamboo Grove" unveils the harrowing consequences of China's one-child policy.
The book follows the journey of separated twins, one raised in America and the other in China, highlighting the illegal adoptions that occurred during this period.
Demick meticulously details the brutality of the policy's enforcement, including forced abortions and the kidnapping of children.
Through meticulous research and compelling storytelling, she exposes the dark underbelly of the adoption system and the lasting impact on families.
The book is a powerful testament to resilience and the enduring bond between sisters.
The book follows the journey of separated twins, one raised in America and the other in China, highlighting the illegal adoptions that occurred during this period.
Demick meticulously details the brutality of the policy's enforcement, including forced abortions and the kidnapping of children.
Through meticulous research and compelling storytelling, she exposes the dark underbelly of the adoption system and the lasting impact on families.
The book is a powerful testament to resilience and the enduring bond between sisters.
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Barbara Demick: Abducted & Adopted, The Story of China’s One-Child Policy