Moloka’i

Moloka’i by Alan Brennert is a well-researched historical fiction novel covering the time period that Hawaii became a state through World War II. It focuses on the establishment of  a leper colony on the island of Moloka’i. 

Leprosy and the treatment of the disease in the past is a fascinating but gruesome topic. This book also explores the Hawaiian/Japanese connection and the horrifying internment of Japanese Americans after the war. 

This book was recommended by Te Fitz in Mexico. I was able to get it for free through Kindle Unlimited before I canceled the subscription that came with the new device my kids got me for my retirement!