word "Done" underlined. Other stories It has three sequels, Al Capone Shines My Shoes (2011) and Al Capone Does My Homework (2014) and Al Capone Throws Me a Curve (2018). A new book is in development. Awards Newbery Honor California Young Reader Medal Critical receptionKirkus Review gave the book a positive review, stating "Choldenko's pacing is exquisite, balancing the tense family dynamics alongside the often-humorous and riveting school story of peer pressure and friendship." Miranda Doyle of The School Library Journal says "The story, told with humor and skill, will fascinate readers with an interest in what it was like for the children of prison guards and other workers to grow up on Alcatraz Island." Ed Sullivan of Booklist'' states in his review, "With its unique setting and well-developed characters, this warm, engaging coming-of-age story has plenty of appeals, and Choldenko offers some fascinating historical background on Alcatraz Island in an afterword." Stage performance In 2011, the book was adapted as a stage performance at The Children's Theatre of Western Springs. In 2019, the book was adapted as a stage performance at Mission Cultural Center by the San Francisco Youth Theatre. References External links Author webpage Publishers Weekly review Publisher webpage 2004 American novels Newbery Honor-winning works American young adult novels Fiction set in 1935 Novels set in San Francisco Alcatraz Island in fiction Historical novels Novels set on islands Gangs in fiction Cultural depictions of Al Capone 2004 children's books