Books like Al Capone throws me a curve by Gennifer Choldenko
Moose Flanagan lives on Alcatraz Island, the notorious prison in California, now an isolated community in the 1930s. With high school on the horizon, he hopes to secure a spot on the baseball team. His summer is filled with responsibility as he looks after his older sister Natalie and the warden’s two‑faced, danger‑loving daughter Piper. Amid the historic backdrop of Alcatraz, Moose must navigate family dynamics, the challenges of autism, and the thrilling world of baseball.
The story blends historical setting with relatable family themes, presenting a young boy’s resilience, the complexities of sibling relationships, and the aspiration to succeed in sports under extraordinary circumstances.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Gennifer Choldenko
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