In the hills overlooking the war torn streets of Sarajevo snipers lie in wait. Aware that a bullet could hit them at any moment, the people continue to go about their daily lives as much as they can. Kenan, has to cross the city to get the basic necessity of water for his family. Dragan, doesn’t know who he can trust even among his friends and spends his days gripped by fear. And Arrow, a counter-sniper pushes herself to her limits every day to help her people survive.

The book shows how the human spirit is revealed in all its strength and vulnerability when crossing a road can mean risking your life.