Lei and the Fire Goddess
Lei and the Fire Goddess by Malia Maunakea is a captivating fantasy novel published by National Geographic Books on June 6, 2023. This 304-page book is written in English and follows the journey of twelve-year-old Anna Leilani Kamaʻehu, a part-Hawaiian girl who must confront the reality of her cultural heritage when her vacation in Hawaiʻi takes a dramatic turn. After accidentally offending Pele, the Fire Goddess, Anna finds herself in a race against time to save her best friend and her island from a brewing crisis.
Readers will discover a rich tapestry of Hawaiian folklore as Anna navigates a world filled with mythical creatures, demi-gods, and the challenges posed by Pele. The story explores themes of diversity and multiculturalism, emphasizing the importance of family and the connection to one’s roots. As Anna battles to undo the curse and rescue her loved ones, she learns to embrace her identity and the traditions that shape her. This edition invites readers to delve into a unique blend of fantasy and cultural exploration, making it a noteworthy addition to the genre of juvenile fiction.
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From debut author Malia Maunakea comes a sweeping fantasy about a part-Hawaiian girl who must save her best friend and her island from an angry fire goddess.
Curses aren’t real.
At least, that’s what twelve-year-old, part-Hawaiian Anna Leilani Kamaʻehu thinks when she listens to her grandmother’s folktales about sacred flowers and family guardians. Anna’s friends back home in Colorado don’t believe in legends either; they’re more interested in science and sports — real, tangible things that stand in total contrast to Anna’s family’s loopy cultural traditions.
So when Anna goes back to Hawaiʻi to visit her Tūtū, she’s set on having a touristy, fun vacation. But when Anna accidentally insults Pele the Fire Goddess by destroying her lehua blossom, a giant hawk swoops in and kidnaps her best friend, and she quickly learns just how real these moʻolelo are. In order to save her friends and family, Anna must now battle mythical creatures, team up with demi-gods and talking bats, and evade the traps Pele hurls her way.
For if Anna hopes to undo the curse, she will have to dig deep into her Hawaiian roots and learn to embrace all of who she is.
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