Book Details
Format
Audiobook
Language
English
Published
Feb 10, 2010
Publisher
Recorded Books
ISBN-10
1436171121
ISBN-13
9781436171120
Description
Rachel Kalama's life in the serene beauty of 1890s Honolulu is turned upside down when she is diagnosed with leprosy. Forced to leave her vibrant home and loving family, she is sent to the isolated settlement on Molokaʻi, a place that becomes both a prison and a community. Amid the struggles and despair, Rachel finds strength in the bonds formed with others in similar circumstances.
As she grapples with her new reality, Rachel learns to navigate the challenges of life on Molokaʻi, where resilience becomes vital and sorrows are shared. The islanders create a tight-knit community that fosters hope and friendship, allowing Rachel to rediscover joy in the midst of adversity.
Through her journey, the beauty of Hawaiian culture and the horrors of abandonment intertwine, revealing the deep connections that can flourish even in the harshest of environments. Rachel's story is one of growth, compassion, and the unbreakable spirit of those who are marginalized.
As she grapples with her new reality, Rachel learns to navigate the challenges of life on Molokaʻi, where resilience becomes vital and sorrows are shared. The islanders create a tight-knit community that fosters hope and friendship, allowing Rachel to rediscover joy in the midst of adversity.
Through her journey, the beauty of Hawaiian culture and the horrors of abandonment intertwine, revealing the deep connections that can flourish even in the harshest of environments. Rachel's story is one of growth, compassion, and the unbreakable spirit of those who are marginalized.
Genres
Humor