Weary of constant exploitation of Hawaii's beautiful landscapes and subservient portrayals of its people, Alejo Melendez crafted a mindful story worthy of a second reading to appreciate the many nuances embedded in the story, thus doubling your value and enjoyment dollar. The story was crafted in a way that readers may enjoy the aloha spirit in a manner separate from the service industry Island visitors are inundated with. All while human nature is pushed to its extremes, so page-turning becomes a want rather than a need.