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A Wartime Spy Tale Made for the Movies

“Ghosts of Honolulu” falls short as reportage, but has plenty of action

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Peter Eisner
Dec 06, 2023
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Dear ChatGPT:  Can you help me write a bestseller about tracking down spies in Honolulu at the start of World War Two?

“Certainly! Writing a bestseller involves weaving an engaging narrative with interesting characters, suspenseful plot twists, and a historical backdrop that captures the essence of the time period.”  Call it  “Shadows over Paradise,” Cha…

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