Set in the backdrop of the Japanese occupation of Singapore in the 1940s, How We Disappeared is told from alternating points of view and jumps between 1942 and 2000. Wang Di is snatched from her village when it comes under Japanese occupation and she is forced to become a "comfort woman" for the Japanese soldiers. In 2000, Wang Di is still enduring the trauma of her past. Kevin, a twelve-year old boy hears a confession from his grandmother on her death bed and he is determined to uncover the truth. 

This book deals with a really horrifying part of history not known to many people and Jing Jing Lee conveys it carefully. This was difficult to read at times because of the intense subject matter and vicious at times but it was the best part of the narrative for me. 

Heartbreaking but ultimately hopeful, How We Disappeared is a story that needs to be shared to the world so that it is not forgotten!