Oh my fucking heart!

I know it took me a long time to read this book, purely because I could only get through a few chapters before crying and needing a pick-me-up before I could continue. It is a tragic, beautiful story that rips out your heart but puts a smile on your face at the same time. The attention to detail and the graceful way that Alan was able to tackle such a heartbreaking and delicate portion of Hawaiian history should be celebrated.

I definitely recommend this, but make sure you have a fresh box of tissues and maybe warn your family that they're in for a lot of tearful hugs.