As a teenager, Katarina discovers that faith is more than a badge and a belief system. During war-time, it requires resilience. Fifteen-year-old Katarina’s dreams of a self-determined future are compromised by a rebel attack. As Ukraine seeks independence from Russia, Katarina and her German Mennonite family are caught in the political fray. Sides are taken and loyalties questioned. Katarina must choose her fate. Growing up has never been more difficult. Set during the darkest days of Ukraine’s history, Katarina’s Dark Shadow portrays the courageous human struggle inside a distinct faith during violent political times. Like the book of Job in the Bible, the characters search for the indominitable quest for spiritual truth.