![]() Set in French Polynesia, this is the first book ever published by an author from Tahiti and what a book it is! Combining a look into the politics that caused the island to become a nuclear missile base for the French government with absolutely lyrical prose that tells of the Maohi people and their way of life, it's a treat to read even though the tone is inherently sad, telling of an inevitable loss for the islanders. Such a beautifully written book that tells the tale of a place through the lives of one family that tries to spread the love of land, culture and traditions and retain them in the face of strong winds of change that are forced on them. ![]()
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