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Al Capone Throws Me a Curve

By Gennifer Choldenko

By Gennifer Choldenko

By Gennifer Choldenko

By Gennifer Choldenko

By Gennifer Choldenko
Read by Kirby Heyborne and Gennifer Choldenko

By Gennifer Choldenko
Read by Kirby Heyborne and Gennifer Choldenko

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Part of Tales from Alcatraz

Part of Tales from Alcatraz

Part of Tales from Alcatraz

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May 21, 2019 | ISBN 9781101938164 | Middle Grade (8-12)

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May 08, 2018 | ISBN 9781101938157 | Middle Grade (8-12)

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May 08, 2018 | 364 Minutes | Middle Grade (8-12)

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    About Al Capone Throws Me a Curve

    Return to Al Capone’s Alcatraz with Newbery Honor-winning author Gennifer Choldenko in this charming addition to the beloved series about the son of a prison guard.

    Moose Flanagan’s father is the assistant warden of Alcatraz–the roughest hard-time prison in America–so he and his family live on the island. It’s the summer before high school, and he is desperate to get on the baseball team. The problem? The captain will only let Moose and his best friend on if they get him something from Alcatraz–something impossible.

    Meanwhile, Moose must keep an eye on his fragile older sister, Natalie, as well as the warden’s two-faced, danger-loving daughter, Piper, who has a crush on him. He must learn to stand up to people: His parents. The warden. Piper. Even the most dangerous criminal in the country–Al Capone. And then Moose gets the pitch of a lifetime and delivers a hit no one on Alcatraz will ever forget.

    Don’t miss the rest of the Tales from Alcatraz series!
    Al Capone Does My Shirts
    Al Capone Shines My Shoes
    Al Capone Does My Homework

    About Al Capone Throws Me a Curve

    Return to Al Capone’s Alcatraz with Newbery Honor-winning author Gennifer Choldenko in this charming addition to the beloved series about the son of a prison guard.

    Moose Flanagan lives on a famous island in California: Alcatraz, home to some of the most dangerous prisoners in the United States in the 1930s. It’s the summer before he starts high school, and Moose is going to play a lot of baseball and win a spot on the high school team. But he still needs to watch his special older sister, Natalie–and then the warden asks Moose to look after his two-faced, danger-loving daughter, Piper.

    In the cell house there are rumors that the cons will a strike, and that Moose’s father might step up to a new job. Moose is worried: What will this mean for their family, especially for Natalie, who’s had some scary run-ins with prisoners? Then the unthinkable happens: Natalie winds up someplace she should never, ever go. And Moose has to rescue her.

    Don’t miss the rest of the Tales from Alcatraz series!
    Al Capone Does My Shirts
    Al Capone Shines My Shoes
    Al Capone Does My Homework

    About Al Capone Throws Me a Curve

    Return to Al Capone’s Alcatraz with Newbery Honor-winning author Gennifer Choldenko in this charming addition to the beloved series about the son of a prison guard.

    Moose Flanagan lives on a famous island in California: Alcatraz, home to some of the most dangerous prisoners in the United States in the 1930s. It’s the summer before he starts high school, and Moose is going to play a lot of baseball and win a spot on the high school team. But he still needs to watch his special older sister, Natalie–and then the warden asks Moose to look after his two-faced, danger-loving daughter, Piper.

    In the cell house there are rumors that the cons will a strike, and that Moose’s father might step up to a new job. Moose is worried: What will this mean for their family, especially for Natalie, who’s had some scary run-ins with prisoners? Then the unthinkable happens: Natalie winds up someplace she should never, ever go. And Moose has to rescue her.

    Don’t miss the rest of the Tales from Alcatraz series!
    Al Capone Does My Shirts
    Al Capone Shines My Shoes
    Al Capone Does My Homework

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    About Gennifer Choldenko

    Gennifer Choldenko was the youngest in a family of four kids, where her nickname was “Snot-Nose.” Her quirky sense of humor made its debut at the dinner table when Gennifer was a very little kid. She is the author of seven… More about Gennifer Choldenko

    About Gennifer Choldenko

    Gennifer Choldenko was the youngest in a family of four kids, where her nickname was “Snot-Nose.” Her quirky sense of humor made its debut at the dinner table when Gennifer was a very little kid. She is the author of seven… More about Gennifer Choldenko

    About Gennifer Choldenko

    Gennifer Choldenko was the youngest in a family of four kids, where her nickname was “Snot-Nose.” Her quirky sense of humor made its debut at the dinner table when Gennifer was a very little kid. She is the author of seven… More about Gennifer Choldenko

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Historical Books

    Paperback | $7.99
    Published by Yearling
    May 21, 2019 | 240 Pages | 5-3/16 x 7-5/8 | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9781101938164

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Historical Books

    Ebook | $4.99
    Published by Wendy Lamb Books
    May 08, 2018 | 240 Pages | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9781101938157

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Historical Books | Audiobooks

    Audiobook Download | $20.00
    Published by Listening Library
    May 08, 2018 | 364 Minutes | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9780525624486
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    Praise

    “This worthy ‘second ending’ finishes on a hopeful note that series fans will embrace.”—Booklist, Starred review

    “It’s earnest Moose, always striving to do the right thing, who elevates this tale, like a hard-hit baseball, into the stratosphere.”—Kirkus Reviews, Starred review

    “A powerful story of love and family that will please fans and newcomers.”—School Library Journal
     
    “Choldenko continues to effectively develop the vivid historical setting (explained in greater depth in the back matter) as well as the tightly woven community.”—The Horn Book Magazine


    Praise for the previous three Al Capone books:

    A Newbery Honor Book

    “Choldenko hits a grand slam.” —Kirkus Reviews, Starred review
     
    “Funny situations and plot twists abound!” —People
     
    “Heart-stopping . . . heartrending . . . heartwarming.” —San Francisco Chronicle

    “Rich characterization, tender drama, and sleuthworthy clues, this poignant mystery makes for a thoroughly satisfying conclusion to the landmark historical trilogy.” —Booklist, Starred review

    “Choldenko continues to infuse the Alcatraz community with warmth and originality.” —Publishers Weekly, Starred review

    “Choldenko’s storytelling is compelling, portraying human decency as a force more powerful than heroism.” —Newsday

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