Catherine C. (c-squared) reviewed Al Capone Shines My Shoes (Tales from Alcatraz, Bk 2) on + 181 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
This sequel focused more on Moose and less on Natalie, as she was away at school for part of the book. I really liked how Moose's character and motivation were more deeply explored -- why he's such a nice guy and how being a people-pleaser doesn't always work out. The plot was more focused and action-driven than the first book, which worked for me and probably works well for the target audience.
Cynthia M. (iritnus) reviewed Al Capone Shines My Shoes (Tales from Alcatraz, Bk 2) on + 37 more book reviews
This is the sequel to "Al Capone Does My Shirts" and I don't like it as much as I like the first book. It explores more of coming-of-age issues (first kisses, etc.) than the first book did. This one has more action and perilous moments but I didn't feel drawn into it. I feel like I want more closure or finality to the story -- I want them to grow up and leave Alcatraz, but there isn't a third book.
