Escape from Alcatraz
Escape from Alcatraz by Andy Marino, published by Scholastic Incorporated in 2024, is a 192-page work of juvenile fiction that combines action, adventure, and historical elements. Set in May 1962, the story unfolds in the notorious Alcatraz prison, where Chip Carter lives with his father, a prison employee. While surrounded by infamous inmates, Chip initially finds life at Alcatraz dull, believing the prison’s security makes it impenetrable. However, he soon discovers that inmate AZ1441, known as the Watcher, has devised a daring escape plan that could change everything.
Readers will follow Chip as he navigates the dangerous reality of his surroundings, realizing that the threat of escape is more real than he ever imagined. With the stakes rising, Chip must uncover the truth behind the prison break and determine how involved his father is in the plot. The narrative delves into themes of loyalty and survival against a backdrop of historical intrigue, making it a captivating read for those interested in mysteries and detective stories set in the United States during the 20th century.
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“Nonstop action, real history, serious danger. You gotta read these books!” -Alan Gratz, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Refugee
May 1962
In the middle of San Francisco Bay looms Alcatraz, home to America’s most infamous prisoners. Also home to Chip Carter and his dad, who works at the high security prison. Their neighbors are former mobsters, gangsters, and murderers, but Chip finds it to be a pretty boring place to live. After all, the inmates can’t hurt him–they’re locked up in an impenetrable fortress, surrounded by unforgiving waters.
Or are they?
Inmate AZ1441, aka the Watcher, has a plan to break out of Alcatraz. It’s a genius plan he’s concocted along with three other inmates. Foolproof. Or so he thought until one of the guard’s kids stumbles into the middle of it.
Chip is stunned. No one can break out of the Rock. Not unless they have an inside guy. Which it seems like they do … Chip’s dad. They know Chip’s onto them, so if he wants to survive, he’s going to have to make sure these men stay locked up. But first he has to figure out who is planning the prison break and just how deep into this deadly scheme his dad is. Because given what these men have done to end up in Alcatraz, there’s no telling what they’ll do to get out.
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