"Al Capone Does My Shirts" is without a doubt one of the best books I have read this year. I have heard in the past how great this book was from my fellow colleagues, but having read it myself, I can now agree!
The book takes place in the 1950's and tells the story of Matthew "Moose" Flannigan and his family. Moose and his family have moved to the island of Alcatraz for his father's new job as a prison guard/ electrician. Although the book is a fictional depiction, it does make reference to real life individuals such as Al Capone, notorious gangster.
Moose and the Flannigans experience numerous highs and lows throughout the book. Moose's sister suffers from an unknown disability (now days it would be considered autism) that pushes to the family to make decisions that may not be popular but are definitely needed.
Besides dealing with family issues, Moose must also hold his own when it comes to his social life and that of the quirky games Piper, the warden's daughter, plays. At the end of the book, it is clear that the Flannigans are good people, who like anyone else, past or present, must make choices that have both positive and negatives effects. It is from the help of a unseen con (Capone) that Moose and his family get exactly what they need.
I highly recommend "Al Capone Does My Shirts". It was a great light read that was both quick and humorous. It will be a favorite of both young adults and grown adults alike!
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
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