Alcatraz, an orphan foster child, burns down his foster parents' kitchen, finds out he has a grandfather, and escapes murder, just barely. This is definitely a YA book, so the plot is rather minimal, but the drawings are interesting and I…
Jul 07, 2022reading_addict_675 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
This book was absolutely amazing. Kudos to Sanderson for crafting Alcatraz. Speaking of Alcatraz, I love his narration. It might not be for everybody, but for me, it was absolutely hilarious. And the way he poked fun at writing styles and…
Apr 04, 2018JCLAllisonD rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
I had always wanted to read this because it came highly recommended by a teen and it did not disappoint! Sarcastic asides with great action, this audiobook is fun for multi-age listening.
Nov 28, 2016JCLJoshN rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
I love the snarky, no-fourth-wall narration, the interesting take on magic and hidden worlds, and yes, I even like how the librarians are the villains. Plus, dinosaurs! Tremendous amounts of fun!
Jun 18, 2016stkelly52 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
it is amazzzzzzzing
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Feb 09, 2016DavidHScott rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I started reading this series while impatiently awaiting the conclusion of Sanderson's Reckoners trilogy. These books are completely different. Not just from Brandon Sanderson's other books, but from pretty much everything else. They are…
Jul 22, 2014Ashan22 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Since this is the first time that I read Alcatraz Versus the Evil Librarians for my mystery book project, I find this novel funny with a great sense of humour because it takes place in a dystopian land separated in fractions, as Alcatraz…
Jun 21, 2014kemond rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
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A great book about people who have dumb talents like tripping and falling, magic sand evil librarians and people who use magic glasses. Like I said, entertaining
Aug 05, 2013blueroo276 rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
My sons and I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this story. It's a funny, quirky children's fantasy. While the main character has some significant introspective/personal growth moments, the tone stays light and playful. We especially…
Apr 22, 2013Bearskito rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
It is slightly ironic that the library has this book, since according to it librarians are evil and holding information from us, including the existence of two continents. Alcatraz’s family, the Smedry’s, all have unusual talents: Alcatraz…
The title says it all. Wickedly funny and creative. Evil librarians. I know it's been done, but who can resist evil librarians?
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bookfanatic1979
May 18, 2011
Librarians are evil, information-quashing, world-domination seeking enemies whose main purpose in life is to keep the rest of the world's populace in igorance. Yeah...whatever. ;)
Jul 13, 2010Ubalstecha rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
This book is a sarcastic, fun filled romp with an author who consistently breaks the fourth wall to talk to the reader. Aimed primarily at boys, parents will also enjoy it, especially with the references to Michael Creighton, David Eddings…
Jun 23, 2009samdog123 rated this title 2.5 out of 5 stars
Alcatraz Smedry discovers he's actually an occulator and goes on an adventure to the local library where he battles evil librarians with the help of his newly discovered family members. A quirky fantasy read for kids. The reader on the…
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