In this, her third crime novel set in Hawaii, Selma delves into the mystique, history, lure, and romance of coffee while taking the reader on a tour of Oahu. In Coffee Kapu, modern day criminals pattern their behavior after the notorious criminals of the past. These 21st century bad guys taunt Madam Pele, the legendary goddess of the volcano, and she takes care of them in her inimitable style. The Days continue to enjoy their vacations in Hawaii and share their observations and experiences even while the criminals wreak havoc.
Murders, surfing, and a travelogue to Honolulu fill the pages as a young artist unknowingly becomes a foil for a ruthless serial killer. A retired, suburban couple, on vacation in Waikiki, become involved as does an ambitious but dizzy blond who becomes the killer's next target.
Murder, intrigue, and Polynesian mysticism fill the pages as a group of Hawaiians try to resist land speculators. A young, retired suburban couple, on vacation in Waikiki, become involved as does an ambitious but dizzy blond who unknowingly fronts for the mob. Hawaii's scenic beauty, contrasted with its cosmopolitan atmosphere, presents an exotic background for this contemporary mystery and adventure. The legendary Hawaiian goddess of fire, Pele, plays a central role. Hula Kapu is a novel about beautiful Hawaii, its land and its mythology. Barbara and Philip Day, the retired couple on vacation in Hawaii, act as the lens of a camera. The reader sees and senses Hawaii through their eyes in this easy to read and understand novel.
Story Summary Murder, mayhem, and terrorist threats stalk the NFLPro Bowl in Honolulu. A Philadelphia Eagles cheerleader relinquishes her spot in the Pro Bowl show to patrol the air and protect the city, the event, and her country. Meanwhile, a retired suburban couple from the Philadelphia area gets involved as does a ditzy blond. Readers tour Honolulu with Barbara and Philip Day and learn about cheerleading, the Pro Bowl, the Chinese Lion Dance, and the Devon Horse Show. Madam Pele, the mythical goddess of the volcano and creator of the Hawaiian Islands takes care of the bad guys in her own inimitable way.
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