Rippling Over Water - by Mak Ming (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Delve into an epic tale of one wealthy Chinese family going through the tumultuous war time period in China and Southeast Asia. In search of peace and safety, they come face to face with faith, fate and the miraculous as they navigate through seemingly insurmountable dangers.

In Rippling Over Water, the Yiu family is besieged by the turbulent events of the mid-20th century. From the last days of WWII through the trauma of the Vietnam War, the rise of communism in Asia, and the Hong Kong economic miracle, they bear witness to the seismic shifts that shape their destiny and the world around them. Displaced from their home in China during the war, the Yius and their struggles speak to the human spirit of perseverance and resilience in the face of adversity.

Conceived at the crossroads of cultures and eras, Rippling Over Water is a richly layered narrative, full of unexpected twists and turns, that underscores the allure of an engaging story that informs and entertains at the same time. This enthralling tale woven around historical events distinguishes itself with authenticity.

The narrative follows a multi-generational saga, taking readers on a spellbinding roller-coaster ride across nations, places, and times. As the Yius are confronted by daunting obstacles, they find solace in enduring friendships and unyielding love. Just when it seems impossible for them to take another breath, the miraculous happens. Their faith becomes the sustenance of their struggle.