Recommended for readers aged 13 and up. The first book in the Legends of the Caribbean trilogy, a magical saga rooted in Caribbean myths, slow-burn romance, and supernatural adventure.Set on a mysterious Caribbean island where legends breathe and magic never sleeps, an ancient relic awakens once again. Every hundred years, The Golden Flower appears - a living force of light that can alter destinies... but always at a cost.When Amara Reyes, an explorer and fiercely loyal protector of her people, returns to Blue Island, she begins to notice signs: a golden halo over the water, threads of light vibrating in the air, and a pulse like three short flashes followed by one long. The island is speaking its ancient language again, signaling that the centennial cycle has returned.As collectors and influential businessmen move in to claim the sanctuary-the ceiba tree, the tides, the invisible paths-Amara teams up with Rafa Montalvo, a meticulous forensic investigator who believes that some truths can only be uncovered by the sea and memory. Together, they face conspiracies, dark maps, and creatures pulled from Caribbean folklore: the Ciguapa, who confuses those with impure hearts; the Bacá, who trades favors in the shadows; and the Galipote, a shapeshifter under the moon.Through chases, ancient rites, and a relic that returns every century, Amara and Rafa must decide what they are willing to sacrifice to protect their home, all while a slow-burning attraction develops between them without overshadowing the action. If you love stories with a strong sense of place, Caribbean legends, powerful relics, and heroes who pay a real price for their choices, this book is for you.The Golden Flower: Blue Island and the Golden Destiny is Book One in the Legends of the Caribbean saga. Each volume concludes its own story while leaving subtle hints for what's coming next does not choose hands; it recognizes heartbeats.