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The Hawaiians

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Sweeping historical drama, the sequel to Hawaii, James Michener's bestseller, following the story of the island's white settlers at the end of the 19th century. When Whip Hoxworth, a seafarer, returns to the island he loves, bringing a cargo of Chinese slaves, he learns that his grandfather's fortune has been left to his cousin. Determined to make his own money, he sets up a rival plantation - and begins a bitter family feud.