Hawaii, in the mid twentieth century, where the turquoise ocean, emerald green landscape and miles of sandy beaches lure you into a native woman’s world. Lissa’s unexpected meeting with a baby humpback whale begins a tale of unlikely friendship, commitment, and love, shining through years of life on an ever-growing island paradise. Lurking in the prosperity of growth, however, is danger, drama, and threats to the animal population. Lissa must deal with all of it in her quiet quest to take care of her whale friend, Henri. This novel will transport you to the lush warm island of Maui, and beckon you to swim with the whales while living life in paradise. The story spans several decades, unfolding with Lissa and Henri’s youthful naivete, and following them as they grow into the wisdom of their middle years. Henri and Lissa are constants for each other as they follow their personal, sometimes arduous journeys. Their secret, unique, interspecies relationship will face challenges and Henri’s survival will be at risk. Lissa will learn to listen to her intuition, overcome obstacles and take inspired action while following her own path to empowerment as she strives to save his kind and his home. Can one person make a difference?