In this compelling novel readers will encounter despair, torture, death, courage, hope, and compassion in a World War II story beyond the borders of Europe. Thirteen-year-old Gwen, along with other children, are imprisoned by the Japanese at Wekhsien Internment Camp in China. There is not enough food or water, and they are forced to do hard labor. But Miss E organizes a Girl Guide troop to help the girls stay positive and keep their chins up. Girl Guides promise to stay positive in the most challenging of times and to be kind to others.

Author lives in Canada.

Canada. Originally published in English by Orca in 2019. Published in the United States by Orca.