Kalafi Moala �In Search of the Friendly Islands� by Kalafi Moala will be released at a reception and book signing from 3 to 5 p.m. on June 28 at the Na Mea Hawaii/Native Books on Ward.
Moala's new book examines issues including domestic violence, the culture of domination and hierarchy, traditional and modern leadership, riots, economic development, globalization and spirituality.

�This is a significant book at this point in time for Tonga,� says Ana Currie, executive director of Pasifika Foundation Hawaii, publisher of the book. �Its wealth of stories and insights, its brutal honesty and hopeful vision, is an important addition to the collective wisdom of Pasifika and Tonga.�

Native Books/Na Mea Hawaii is located at the Ward Warehouse, 1050 Ala Moana Blvd. For more information, call 596-8885.