In 1939, 14-year-old Tom lives in Hay where his family runs the local bakery. Max Gruber is nearly 13. He is sent to his Uncle Ferdy in London, but is then interred and shipped to Australia aboard the Dunera. He arrives in Hay and meets Tom.

The two boys become friends and find their lives and their friendship influenced by a far-away conflict in Europe. Shortlisted for 2020 NSW Premiers History Awards.