Ting and the Deadly Waters

In Ting and the Deadly Waters, a young girl faces the aftermath of devastating floods, leading her brother and friends to safety amid danger and uncertainty.

Set against the backdrop of the devastating 1931 floods in China, Ting and the Deadly Waters follows the harrowing journey of twelve-year-old Ting. After a summer of relentless typhoons, the Yangtze River's dams give way, inundating her hometown and leaving destruction in their wake. Awakening to find her home submerged and her parents missing, Ting faces a daunting challenge. With her younger brother in tow and a group of other children, she must navigate the treacherous waters and the dangers that lurk both in the flood and from unscrupulous individuals seeking to exploit the chaos.

As Ting leads the group through the flooded landscape, she demonstrates remarkable courage and resourcefulness. The children encounter various obstacles, from rising waters to greedy scavengers, testing their resilience and determination to survive. Along the way, Ting learns not only about the strength of her own character but also the importance of teamwork and friendship in dire circumstances. The story highlights the struggles faced by those affected by natural disasters, particularly through the eyes of young heroes.

Ting and the Deadly Waters is part of the Girls Survive Graphic Novels series, bringing to life a significant historical event while emphasizing themes of bravery, family, and survival. Readers will be drawn into Ting's world as she fights against the odds to reunite with her parents, making this an unforgettable tale of hope and perseverance.