Waipi'o Valley and Napo'opo'o Village are historically significant and sacred places. Waipi'o Valley is the cradle of Hawaiian culture, Hawaii's Garden of Eden. It is believed to be the home to Hawaii Island's first settlement by Hiva Islanders around 25 BC. It is known as the Valley of the Kings because it was the home to Hawaiian Royalty for centuries. The book follows Li'a Vicente's journey and his kuleana to bring awareness to current issues in Waipi'o Valley and Napo'opo'o Village. Li'a tells the story of its current condition and his vision for it's return to beauty passionately.