The Jade Lily

When Alexandra returns to Australia to be with her ailing grandparents, she uncovers long-held family secrets that date back to their time in Shanghai during World War II. The story explores the deep friendship between two young women—one local and one a refugee—and the challenges they face amid the upheavals of war. As Alexandra delves into her family’s hidden history, she begins to reevaluate her understanding of her past and identity.