InJade Bangle the longest of the three books, The Missing Chopstick, Kim returns home to Singapore after her first year of university in Chicago and Carved Jade unearths documents and newspaper clippings that lead her to uncover secrets about her life and the cruelty of the world, Jade Pendant while solving the mystery of the single chopstick her mother had given her as a child.All of the books are plot-driven and make for a quick and compelling read. The intricate mysteries each young character pursues are filled with heartbreak,Jade Necklace endurance, and the power of love to conquer all. Indeed Wong, himself a Presbyterian minister and the author of several spiritual works for adults, infuses each book with a subtle Christian message and references to the Bible without being heavy-handed or preachy. Jade Ring Beyond the religious subtext, the books all celebrate the value of family love and loyalty, the importance of kindness, and the transformative power of forgiveness.