Love. Courage.
A Time That Changed Everything.
A sweeping historical romance set in 1941 Honolulu, where two young men defy the times-and fight for a love that lasts a lifetime.
About The Author
Stories that stay with you.
Leander West is a storyteller passionate about creating emotionally powerful fiction that explores identity, love, family, resilience, and the search for belonging. Drawing inspiration from Native American heritage, music, nature, and the complexities of human relationships, Leander crafts character-driven stories filled with emotional depth and cinematic atmosphere.
Two-Spirit Rising
Fame changed him. Pain defined him. Courage rebuilt him.
Cody Greystone is a high school graduate, Native American, and gay. He’s talented, but offstage, he wrestles with anxiety and the weight of expectation. When his father pushes him toward a future Cody never chose, his world begins to unravel. Thrown into the world of indie film in Hawaii, Cody faces unexpected challenges, forges unlikely bonds, and discovers that healing doesn’t mean forgetting-it means rising.
An inspiring tale of survival, healing, and the courage to speak one’s truth.”
Themes You'll Find
- Identity & Belonging
- Family & Expectations
The complexities of love, pressure, and the courage to live your own truth.
- Healing & Resilience
Learning to carry the past, but not be defined by it.
- Dreams & Purpose
Chasing your passion, even when the world tells you to stop.
Upcoming Releases
New stories are on the horizon.