A Tale of Red Pekin

"A Tale of Red Pekin" by Constancia Serjeant is a historical story that looks at the life of Cecilia, a young girl caught up in the Boxer Rebellion in China. It touches on important ideas like belief, family connections, and the tough parts of cultural clashes, showing what missionaries and their families went through during times filled with danger. Cecilia guides us through her family's experiences after they've already spent four years in China because her father is a missionary doctor. She emphasizes the relationships within her family and especially the close friendship she shares with Nina as they try to cope with the risks around them. As things get more tense, the story dives into how they handle the Boxer Rebellion, putting them in tough situations that test their bravery and trust in their faith. This setup promises a deep examination of facing difficulties head-on while the St. John family comes to terms with what their lives as missionaries really mean.