This is an okay book.Once you read it you cant put it down.
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The Ghost in the Tokaido Inn
(2006, Fiction - Mystery, Written by Dorothy & Thomas Hoobler)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 8, age appropriate for kids over 9; suggested age 9. -
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Historical details add depth to gripping mystery.
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for Ages 9 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About The Ghost in the Tokaido Inn
Parents need to know that, as is historically accurate, the ritualized suicide known as seppuku is treated as an honorable act. In fact, there are several incidents of seppuku in this story, along with beheadings, a few of which are rather gory.
Read our full review by Matt Berman
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the concept of social classes. What are the advantages and disadvantages of the class system? Why can't Seikei become a samurai if he wants to? Why would anyone want to become a samurai anyway, and what does that tell us about this culture? Why would only samurai write poetry?
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wow, it took them awhile to review this...
I remember reading this book in around fourth grade. I really kied it back then, and is still pretty good going back as a teen. There is only one questionable part, which is a character's beheading (I won't say who's). Other than tht, i think the book is fine. Enjoy.
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