Moloka’i, Alan Brennert (3.0)
As an historical fiction novel that describes a life of a
young Hawaiian girl’s odyssey after being diagnosed with leprosy, this book is
touching and interesting. I have visited Moloka’i and knew the leprosy colony
existed, with its isolated and foreboding location, but this book brings the
experience into focus. What I really liked about the book was that the
depressing overall experience was highlighted in a readable way that showed the
possible light of life someone could have. It wasn’t sugar coated (though
convenient that the protagonist had a certain ‘type’ of leprosy), but it also
wasn’t maudlin. Mr. Brennert does this by showing an entire life lived with
experiences both good and bad. I’m not particularly compelled to read the
sequel, but I would like to read more non-fiction about the time and experience.
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