Synopsis A mysterious bag of sand, a secret world, and dastardly librarians enliven 13-year-old Alcatraz's life massively in this humorous, middle-grade novel. In a world where a nefarious gang of librarians keeps information from the public, such as the stunning fact that dinosaurs aren't extinct, Alcatraz finds out that he's part of the group meant to fight them. Serious silliness ensues!
On his thirteenth birthday, foster child Alcatraz Smedry receives a bag of sand which is immediately stolen by the evil Librarians who are trying to take over the world, and Alcatraz is introduced to his grandfather and his own special talent, and told that he must use it to save civilization.
| Details | | Publication Date: | 2007-10-01 | | Series: | Alcatraz Smedry Adventures ; 01 |
| Size | | Length: | 308 pages | | Height: | 8.0 in | | Width: | 6.0 in | | Thickness: | 0.8 in | | Weight: | 17.6 oz |
Publisher's Note When he comes into the possession of a special bag of sand that has the power to transform information, Alcatraz realizes the importance of this mysterious gift when it is stolen by a group of Evil Librarians who use it to suppress truth and spread lies in order to achieve world domination. 15,000 first printing.
Industry Reviews "Like Lemony Snicket and superhero comics rolled into one (and then revved up on steroids), this nutty novel isn't for everyone, but it's also sure to win passionate fans." (11/19/2007)
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