59 pages • 1 hour read
Mark HarmonGhosts of Honolulu: A Japanese Spy, A Japanese American Spy Hunter, and the Untold Story of Pearl Harbor
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2023A 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
Ghosts of Honolulu: A Japanese Spy, A Japanese-American Spy Hunter, and the Untold Story of Pearl Harbor by Mark Harmon and Leon Carroll Jr. explores the experiences of lesser-known intelligence officers before and after the Pearl Harbor attack, including a Japanese spy in Hawaii and a Japanese American interpreter for the US Naval Intelligence. Themes of identity, injustice, and war pervade the book. Topics of suicide, graphic wartime violence, and outdated derogatory language are present.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Mark Harmon’s Ghosts of Honolulu offers a captivating exploration of espionage in WWII Honolulu. Praised for its historical accuracy and rich detail, readers find the narrative immersive, though some criticize its pacing and complex plot. Overall, it’s celebrated as a compelling blend of history and intrigue, appealing to fans of historical fiction.
Who Should Read Ghosts of Honolulu?
Readers who enjoy The Spy Who Came in from the Cold, The Night Manager, or The Honolulu Growler will be captivated by Ghosts of Honolulu. This book will appeal to fans of historical espionage, intricate plots, and rich historical settings, especially those interested in World War II and Hawaii.