Forbidden City

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The story follows seventeen-year-old Alex Jackson, who travels to Beijing with his father, a CBC news cameraman. In the midst of the Tiananmen Square protests, Alex becomes separated from his father and finds himself amidst the chaos as students confront the Chinese army. Armed with illegal videotapes, he must rely on the bravery and resourcefulness of the students to navigate the dangers surrounding him and find a way to escape. The narrative explores themes of courage, freedom, and the impact of political unrest on youth.