thecultivatedlibraryco 's review for:

Kuleana: A Story of Family, Land, and Legacy in Old Hawai'i by Sara Kehaulani Goo

5.0

hopeful informative reflective medium-paced

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I thoroughly enjoyed this memoir/exposition on Native Hawaiian culture and history. Goo's quest to reconnect with her culture and hold onto her family's land is admirable. The writing is engaging and accessible to even the most reluctant nonfiction reader. I learned so much about the challenges facing Native Hawaiians in modern Hawai'i. It is heartbreaking and something to consider, especially for those traveling to the area.

Kuleana is a definite must-read for those who love Hawai'i and want to preserve what makes those islands and the culture so special. 

Special thanks to @flatiron_books for the complimentary copy! All thoughts and opinions are my own and provided voluntarily.