In my opinion, this Hawai'ian 'voice' merits a 5-Star thumbs up. I can feel the authors' love for their heritage as they bring the reader on a wonderful "field trip" throughout Hawai'i. Lovely pictures and brief explanations enhance the educational experience. I like how the authors have given a mini language lesson on facets of the Hawai'ian language pronunciation indicators and their uses. Besides language, culture and basic geography and history of the Hawai'ian Islands and true native Islanders are main topics. The addenda includes a glossary of Hawai'ian words used as well as anglicized ones. A book list and websites are listed for those interested in further Hawai'ian discovery off the beaten tourist track trail.
~Eunice C., Reviewer/Blogger~
November 2022
Disclaimer: This is my honest opinion based on the complimentary review copy sent by NetGalley and the publisher.
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