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Hong Kong in 1940, and a beautiful young girl's confrontation with a stranger leads to romance. Obliged to keep her relationship with a Westerner hidden from her family, Li-ling's joy is shattered when her secret is discovered and she is forced to give up her sweetheart. Before matters can be resolved, the Japanese invade and all soldiers and volunteers are immediately called up. As Steve is captured and thrown into a prisoner-of-war camp, Li-ling's father is accused by the Japanese of collaborating with Chinese officials and is sentenced to death. Thus begins a series of events set in motion by Li-ling in a desperate attempt to save their lives. The Pearl Of Hong Kong is a sensitive and moving tale of a search for happiness and fulfilment. As Li-ling becomes involved in the dangerous underground movement to defeat the Japanese, her faith and determination are endlessly challenged and her conflicting loyalties put firmly to the test.