Review: I would love to be Livin' Lahaina Loca!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 11 17, 2012
This is a wonderful series by JoAnn Bassett, Islands of Aloha Mystery Series.  I've never been to Hawaii but I'm sure I would love Maui.  Ms. Bassett has added such authentic touches to the story that I feel I know the area, its ambiance and its culture just a little bit more.  And choosing the off-beat career of wedding planner for her heroine was a stroke of genius, she can get into a full range of situations and locations in the course of her job, this coupled with her choice of friends lends itself to so many believable directions to take her characters.  I loved the first book Maui Widow Waltz and I am looking forward to reading Lana'i of the Tiger.  Clever titles too.  I'd recommend this series.