Al Capone throws me a curve

Firefly & Fern Summary

Set on Alcatraz Island in 1935, this clever middle-grade novel follows Moose, a twelve-year-old boy whose family lives on the famous prison island where his father works as a guard. When Moose discovers his autistic sister has a remarkable talent for baseball and befriends an unexpected ally, he learns valuable lessons about acceptance, loyalty, and seeing beyond first impressions. This unique historical adventure combines sports, family dynamics, and a fascinating real-world setting that will captivate young readers.