Al Capone Does My Shirts by Gennifer Choldenko
Al Capone Does My Shirts

Gennifer Choldenko

Al Capone Does My Shirts

Tales from Alcatraz #3

Gennifer Choldenko

228 pages first pub 2013 (editions)

fiction historical middle grade mystery mysterious fast-paced
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Description

A twelve-year-old boy named Moose moves to Alcatraz Island in 1935 when guards' families were housed there, and has to contend with his extraordinary new environment in addition to life with his autistic sister.

Community Reviews Summary of 284 reviews

Moods

mysterious 75%
adventurous 62%
emotional 50%
funny 37%
lighthearted 37%
tense 37%
hopeful 25%
reflective 25%
challenging 12%
dark 12%
informative 12%
relaxing 12%
sad 12%

Pace

medium 75%
fast 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 57% | Character: 28% | Plot: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 85% | No: 14%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 50% | No: 33% | It's complicated: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Average rating

3.99

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