In the thick forest of Mt. Apo was an obsession to conquer the throne of the majestic Philippine Eagle, the story’s endangered narrator. Heartless hunters bled to near death the national bird, as they chased him in the sharp and harsh terrain like hungry hyenas.

A true-bloodied warrior for goodness, Jose, defied the tempest and the giants in forest denudation.

At 18, true love could not blossom between him and Josefina. Impossible! At the back of Jose’s mind, he was struggling his way under the sun. While she was born with a silver spoon, and a beautiful daughter of a logger-millionaire and owner of thoroughbred horses.

With courage, they honestly surpassed the uncomfortable test of time. Their romance reluctantly blossomed when they meet again after nine years. The brightly shining stars silently witnessed in the heavenly firmament their renewed commitment.

The novel shows the perilous effects of environment degradation, El Nino, La Nina, floods, typhoons, soil erosion around the world. It promotes bamboo reforestation to save the world.

Many heartbreaking events. Worsened by the deadly typhoon’s fury. Yet, the power of love, forgiveness, responsibility and healing, humbly prevailed in the hearts of men.

The author, Boy Blue Laurel Filomeno, is a banker, environmentalist, farmer, sportsman, civic leader. He is a prime mover of bamboo reforestation and the economy’s inclusive growth, which is fairly distributed across society and creates opportunities for everyone. He lives with his wife, Caroline and son, Reiham in the Philippines.

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