![]() ![]() ![]() The story not only shifts in perspective, but in place-what do these various settings/cities signify to each character? How does Washburn’s depiction of the typical, modern Hawaiian family compare with other representations of Hawaiians in media or literature? There are several references to “old Hawai’i” or “old kings” throughout the novel-such as when Dean describes his arrival in Spokane, or when Kaui is describing the Hawaiian community in San Diego-how does each character view their relationship to Hawaiian culture and traditions? How does tragedy and/or poverty influence this relationship?īoth Dean and Kaui describe their initial encounters with American mainlanders, in which they are confronted with Hawaiian stereotypes. ![]() What do these activities reveal about each siblings’ respective attitude towards fate, family, and responsibility? ![]() What is the significance of Dean’s basketball playing, Nainoa’s ukulele playing, and Kaui’s hula dancing, and later, rock climbing? How would you describe her attitude towards the early, supernatural events that shape the rest of the story?Īs the narration shifts perspectives, what does each character add to your understanding of a modern Hawaiian family? The book opens from the perspective of the mother, Malia, whose memories set the groundwork for the novel. ![]()
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