The Ghost In Tokaido Inn Paperback

Paperback of The Ghost In Tokaido Inn Copyright 1999 ISBN 0-698-11879-0 214 pages plus bonus stories in back From back of book… Meet Judge Ooka--the Japanese Sherlock Holmes! Fourteen-year-old Seikei dreams of being one of the legendary warriors, a samurai-but samurai are born, not made, and Seikei is a tea merchant's son. Then a priceless ruby intended for the shogun- the military governor of Japan is stolen by a ghost, and Seikei finds himself having to display all the courage of a samurai. He is the only person to have seen the thief, and now the famous samurai magistrate, Judge Ooka, needs Seikei's help to solve the mystery. Soon the two are hot on the trail of the ruby- and an unforgettable adventure. * The plot bwilds towards an exciting, dramatic climax. An unusual and satisfying mystery that will be enjoyed by a wide audience." -SLJ, starred review An Edgar Allan Poe Award Finalist An ALA Best Book for Young Adults Will bundle books and audiobooks. If total weight of all bundled books is over 5 pounds there will be an additional charge for shipping.