Kiko Rose

Experience the captivating odyssey of Sten Ford in 'Kiko Rose,' a story that invites you to travel the Caribbean sea alongside a man who remains unwavering in his commitment to a childhood dream. From the moment he sets foot on a small air station in Taiwan in 1961, the magic of island hopping captures his heart. Through prop planes and remote South Sea islands, Steve's fascination with the world beyond his California roots takes flight.

Returning to the mainland after his military service, Steve's life takes an unexpected turn when he meets and marries Jo in 1970. Together, they pursue higher education at San Jose State University before embracing the enchanting Polynesian culture in Hawaii. Family ties eventually draw them to the East Coast and, eventually, to the allure of Florida. Yet, the allure of the Caribbean Islands beckons, and Steve seizes every opportunity to explore these exotic gems.

As Jo's online counseling practice allows her to accompany Steve on his adventures, their life together becomes a harmonious blend of dreams and reality. 'Kiko Rose' is a literary masterpiece that skillfully combines fact, fiction, and fantasy to narrate the life of a dreamer. It's a story that reveals the profound transformation of values, the inevitability of aging, and the enduring pursuit of dreams that define our existence.

In this book, author Steven Clifford takes you on an evocative journey that resonates with anyone who has dared to dream, offering a vivid reminder that dreams indeed have the power to materialize.