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"The second edition of Three Coins includes over 40 new full-page photographs at the start of every chapter, accompanied by newly crafted graphic elements in the Chapter Headers. These additions collectively enrich and breathe new life into this enduring classic, which recounts a young girl's quest for freedom and love 140 years ago. When Ah Ying is kidnapped, she must escape from her life of slavery while being pursued by gangs and missionaries in order to find true love in San Francisco's Chinatown at the turn of the 20th century. Ah Ying is only 9 years old when she awakens in the hold of a ship bound for America. Sold by her family for a few Chinese yuan, she is beaten and burned as a child slave in San Francisco's Chinatown. Her defiant survival allows Ah Ying to take control of her life as she finds romance, is rescued by missionaries, and is given a new life at the Mission Home. Life is good until her rescuers become her captors, and she is again forced to flee to be with her beloved Gee Sung. What ensues is a race between her love for Gee Sung, the Tong highbinders who want to enslave her, and the Presbyterian Missionaries who want to save her soul. ""Three Coins"" is based on a true story that touches upon the themes of human trafficking, immigration, cultural and racial discrimination, violence, and romance that are as relevant today as they were 140 years ago."

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"""Congratulations! What a fascinating story. It is one of the many untold stories of women who endured and built the foundation of Chinese American families that continue to be the fabric of American Society. Three Coins is one of the few books that actually is from the point of view of the woman rescued and how she managed to take control of her life--not a story from the rescuer's perspective. One chapter flows into the next as the author weaves the story into a historical context. Great job!"" Doreen Der-Mcleod Executive Director Cameron House 2001-2009 ""Ah Ying is a woman after my own heart. She is feisty and smart. Definitely got a mind of her own. And once she decides what she wants, she goes for it. She's so different from the stereotypical docile, filial Chinese daughter. What a good read!"" Sue Lee Executive Director Chinese Historical Society of America 2004 - 2017 Ah Ying's story transported me to another time and another place. I was enthralled with the story of Three Coins and the weaving together of the historical facts. Kudos! I also believe that all of our lives are connected. As said in Flower Drum Song, ""A Hundred Million Miracles Are Happening Everyday"" Nancy Kwan Actress - ""Flower Drum Song"" I never met my grandmother, Ah Ying Tom, so it was a great pleasure to read about her in ""Three Coins"" by Russell N. Low. Russell writes with vivid descriptions of Ah Ying's life, and his detailed and in-depth story made me feel as if I now know this courageous young woman. Many of the places he mentioned brought back memories that made me feel as if I were actually there again. His style of writing is very intimate and active, so you feel as if you are completely engaged in an exciting, dramatic novel. Thanks for your book Russell; it's beautiful. Arabella Hong-Young Singer, Actress, Author, Teacher, Director, & Producer ""Flower Drum Song"" I find no words to express my gratitude to you for sharing your story! Indeed, the story of ""Three Coins"" resonates with me deeply, and in many ways, I felt celebrated by your story! You gave me hope and a strong belief that my fight for a better life has a lasting ripple effect on many generations to come! I will never forget your great-grandmother, Ah Ying, as long as I live. You are a gift! And thank you for celebrating women and their resilience in a world that seemingly wants our silencing! Dr. Tererai Trent Author, Scholar, Speaker, Humanitarian"

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