Cedric Yamanaka Livres

Set in the vibrant backdrop of Hawai'i, the narrative explores the lives of individuals working in various gritty yet heartfelt occupations. Characters navigate personal challenges, from long shifts at airport drive-ins to unexpected encounters with hitmen and wrestling matches in local bars. The story delves into themes of love, dignity, and belonging, highlighting the profound connections that form when lives intersect. Through diverse settings like Manoa, Waianae, and Kalihi, it captures the essence of the human spirit in a unique cultural landscape.

A father in Hawaii takes his troubled son fishing, unable to tell him the sad news he must share. A woman is lost at sea during a reef walk and sends her family into turmoil. An unlikely relationship develops between a Realtor and an Ultimate Fighting Champion. These are just some of the sad, funny and memorable characters found in the Made in Hawaii short story collection.