In 'The Children of Shanghai,' Juli Min presents a poignant and sprawling saga following the lives of a family navigating the tumultuous history of 20th-century Shanghai. From the glamorous 1930s to the profound changes that followed, the story explores the unbreakable bonds of kinship amidst war, revolution, and personal sacrifice. Readers are immersed in the vibrant culture and dramatic upheaval of a city in transformation, witnessing how love and hope can endure even in the darkest of times. This is a powerful narrative of identity, survival, and the enduring search for home.