This sweeping saga narrates the story of Nina, a Jewish girl who experiences many wars while living by six mighty rivers in six countries. Born by the Rhine river in Germany, Nina is only eight when the notorious Kristallnacht occurs. She escapes Nazi Germany to London alone via British Kindertransport and lives near the Thames River. Her life takes her to the Shanghai ghetto, Israel, New York City, and Canada. Nina's fascinating life coincides with some of the major historical events of the twentieth century, from World War II to the attack of 9/11. Based on true stories.
