In this 5th book of the Kohala Coast Mystery/Thriller series, Teri Pono is sent to Maui by the spirit of Queen Ka'ahumanu to intervene on behalf of a long-dead Maui Maiden. Teri's efforts to put the Maiden to rest are opposed by others who see the mummified Maiden as a source of great wealth. In this story, Teri comes closer to death than ever before. As if she doesn't have enough to worry about, Teri's mother, Haunani, seems to be descending even further into the black hole of Alzheimer's disease. A thrilling addition to this series.

A brief love affair produces a child. A child that later brings tremendous grief to her mother. The mother seeks out the murderer of her only child and in doing so travels from Kauai over to the Big Island. There the women of the Pono family get involved by trying to help the mother find her daughter's killer.

The story of Kealili and her love for Keoni. Mourning the lost of her love, Keoni to the goddess Pele, she asked to be turned to stone as she awaits the day they can be reunited.

'Tell It by Heart' is a collection of stories about contemporary women of various ages and ethnic backgrounds who have one thing in common: each embraces a pertinent myth as her guide through a difficult passage. Narrated by therapist Erica Helm Meade, these fictionalized case studies carry us along with all the intrigue of good short stories while at the same time instructing us in the use of healing lore. "Clean, crisp, startling, intelligent and fun, these fictionalized case studies show that life imitates art -- and that art tells the stronger truths". -- James Hillman Author of A Blue Fire

The Legends and Myths of Hawaii is a captivating collection of traditional stories from the Hawaiian Islands, providing readers with a deep dive into the rich cultural heritage of the indigenous people. Filled with mesmerizing tales of gods, goddesses, heroes, and mythical creatures, this book offers a glimpse into the spiritual beliefs and folklore of Hawaii. The language is lyrical and descriptive, transporting readers to a world where nature and the supernatural are intertwined. Each story is a testament to the oral storytelling tradition of the Hawaiian people, making this book a valuable resource for those interested in Pacific literature and indigenous narratives. Various Authors skillfully weave together these legends, highlighting the diversity and complexity of Hawaiian mythology. It is a must-read for anyone fascinated by the myths and legends of different cultures, offering a unique perspective on the stories that have shaped Hawaiian identity over centuries.

Excerpt from The Maiden Monarch, Vol. 2 of 2: Or, Island Queen Truly, he did, rejoined Lord Newton, there was a sullen apathy in his aspect that foreboded nothing but a stubborn unyielding perseverance in the path of vice, should he ever again possess the power of perpetrating crime, that was most discouraging to the queen. But when the spring returned; when the human heart, if left to itself, expands like all else in nature to receive the genial influence of that season of the year, even his was touched, perhaps in Opposition to his own will, or so gentle and so imperceptible the change might have been, that by himself it was neither seen nor felt. But by her who, with more that is divine than human in her nature, could forsake her gay companions and flattering adrm'rers, and the fairy-like enchantment that attended her elsewhere, to watch with her aged companion that solitary being, hour after hour, from yon lone turret. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.