47 pages • 1 hour read
Dorothy Hoobler, Thomas HooblerThe Ghost In The Tokaido Inn
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1999A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Ghost in the Tokaido Inn by Dorothy Hoobler and Thomas Hoobler follows Seikei Konoike, a tea merchant's son who dreams of being a samurai. While staying at an inn with his father in 18th-century Japan, a prized ruby is stolen from a daimyo, and Seikei must help solve the mystery. This leads to a series of adventures that immerse him in the world of samurai and kabuki, ultimately changing his destiny.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Ghost In The Tokaido Inn by Dorothy Hoobler and Thomas Hoobler is praised for its rich historical setting and engaging mystery. Readers appreciate the well-developed characters and cultural insights. However, some find the plot pacing uneven and the ending predictable. Overall, it's a compelling read for young adults interested in historical fiction.
Who Should Read The Ghost In The Tokaido Inn?
Readers who enjoy historical mysteries like The Ghost in the Tokaido Inn by Dorothy and Thomas Hoobler are typically young adults with an interest in feudal Japan, detective fiction, and cultural adventures. Comparable to Young Samurai series or The Samurai's Tale, they appreciate rich historical settings woven with intrigue and suspense.
RecommendedReading Age
10-14yearsLexile Level
740LBook Details
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Historical Fiction
Children's Literature
Emotions/Behavior: Revenge
Life/Time: Childhood & Youth
Life/Time: The Past
Education
History: World