Tahiti: Roman aus der Südsee. Zweiter Band.

The story opens on a sun‑drenched Tahitian village where the rhythm of daily life is set by the rustle of palm leaves, the echo of church bells, and the lively chatter of girls darting through orange groves. Their laughter intertwines with the distant hum of ships, hinting at a world where native customs brush against the tide of foreign visitors.

Among the island’s colorful residents, a spirited young girl named Maïre and her friends navigate the clash between their carefree rituals and the solemn expectations of the missionaries who have arrived. A boisterous sailor, a determined missionary, and the enigmatic queen Pomare each bring their own motives, pulling the community into a swirl of intrigue, romance, and cultural tension.

As the villagers prepare for a grand celebration—a ball that promises both merriment and unforeseen encounters—the narrative captures the delicate balance between tradition and change, inviting listeners to experience the vivid pulse of Tahiti’s early colonial crossroads.