A mythical Hawaiian Tiki bar, and it's eclectic patrons help tell the story of our young hero as he discovers love in the tropics. Tiwaka, the parrot, trades chocolate covered nuts for words of wisdom and watches the wild and often mystical adventures unfold. You'll laugh, cry and insist on buying your plane tickets immediately, to Tiwaka's Tiki Bar & Grill. Review Snippets: (Goodreads.com and Amazon.com) "...a near-perfect beach read""... I haven't quite woken up from the dreamy-state it put me in""The vivid descriptions in the book made me feel like I was right there watching the story unfold.""Perfect blend of magic and humanity, coconuts and tropical cocktails.""This is a beautiful novel.""A must read to get you in the mood for a spiritual vacation.""...a must for the nightstand to free oneself of the realities of life while reading this "bed-time story" for adults." ~~~ ALOHA ~~~ PREFACE The Tiki mystique has had a good run in American culture, and beyond, despite flagrant misrepresentations of actual Polynesian culture and life. Of course, in my humble opinion, Tiki culture, especially Tiki bars have long held a specifically non-cultural escapism that represents an inherent love for the warmth and beauty of the tropics. I never met anyone that really believed such a place actually existed however much they might dream of the fantasies easily allowed in such a world. Tiwaka's Tiki Bar & Grill is indeed just such a fantasy, despite the sign hanging on a banyan tree next to a bamboo and coconut themed outdoor bar very near to my home. The characters found in this book do a beautiful justice to those people I have either stumbled into over the years or wished I did. The Coco Loco Moco is alive and well and served often with friends and tall tales. It is a recipe that meets the expectations of any and all who embrace its promise, a manifestation of faith that one can taste, smell and most importantly share. Lastly, let me emphasize that when I carve a Tiki from an freshly fallen coconut tree I always carve it with a smile. In my world of Tiki there is no reason to frown. If your world is anything different then I have a free drink waiting for you at Tiwaka's. Just be sure to tip the parrot. Everett Peacock April 22, 2009 Earth Day Honokala, Maui, Hawaii Everett Peacock was born on an island and continues the tradition living in Maui, Hawaii. Decades were spent living on a secluded Oahu, Hawaii beach, surfing, mountain biking, glider flying and throwing beach parties people still talk about.  When he had to work it was stints at the Honolulu airport, as a cargo handler, Air Traffic Control radio, Airline Flight Operations Dispatcher, computer programmer and as an amateur lobster fisherman.  Having traveled extensively to all of the Hawaiian islands, Tahiti, Bali, Australia and a few places he has sworn to keep secret, Mr. Peacock has lived, and continues to do through his writing, a life as colorful as his name.  Used Book in Good Condition