Books About Imprisonment

The Best Imprisonment Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about imprisonment? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 10 Favorite Books About Imprisonment

Six of Crows
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$1498
Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2015

Six of Crows

By Leigh Bardugo · Book #1 in the Six of Crows series

Six outcasts. One impossible heist. Can they survive each other and save the world?

465 pages· 134,876 words· Est. 12.5 hour read
4.5 Goodreads · 1,221,490 ratings
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Summary: In the bustling city of Ketterdam, criminal prodigy Kaz Brekker assembles a crew for a heist that promises untold riches. Joined by a vengeful convict, a gambling sharpshooter, a runaway, a stealthy spy, a magical Heartrender, and a cunning thief, Kaz faces a mission fraught with danger. As tensions rise, can these six outcasts pull off the impossible without tearing each other apart? Dive into a world where the stakes are high, and the line between survival and destruction is razor-thin. Will they succeed, or will their differences lead to their downfall?
The Winglets Quartet
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

The Winglets Quartet

By Tui T. Sutherland · Book #1 in the Wings of Fire: Winglets series

Uncover hidden truths in Pyrrhia as dragons face obsession, loyalty, and captivity.

171 pages· 35,804 words· Est. 5 hour read
4.3 Goodreads · 3,129 ratings
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Summary: In the world of Pyrrhia, four dragons' stories unravel hidden truths. Fierceteeth dreams of what should have been, while Deathbringer seeks to prove his worth as an assassin. Six-Claws learns the cost of loyalty, and Foeslayer's love leads to kidnapping. Prince Arctic, a runaway, becomes a captive. Dive into these tales to discover the secrets behind the legends. What really happened to these dragons, and how will their choices shape their destinies?
Pink and Say
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 1994

Pink and Say

By Patricia Polacco

Two Union soldiers must escape Confederate territory as danger closes in.

48 pages· 3,184 words· Est. 25 min read-aloud
4.5 Goodreads · 11,725 ratings
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Summary: Wounded and left for dead in Georgia, Sheldon is rescued by Pinkus, a fellow Union soldier. Sheltered by Pinkus' mother, Moe Moe Bay, they face peril in Confederate land. As marauding troops approach, the boys must decide whether to risk their lives to return to their units. Will they find a way to safety, or will the war's chaos consume them? This Civil War tale, passed through generations, reveals the courage and humanity that bind us all.
Among the Betrayed
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$1797
Chapter Book · Ages 9–14 · 2002

Among the Betrayed

By Margaret Peterson Haddix · Book #3 in the Shadow Children series

Nina must choose between betrayal and death in a world where third children are forbidden.

160 pages· 34,034 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 29,227 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In a world where third children are outlawed, Nina Idi faces a harrowing choice: betray three young prisoners or face her own demise. Arrested for treason, she confronts the chilling reality of her situation, with the lives of innocent children hanging in the balance. As she navigates this treacherous path, Nina must decide if she can sacrifice others to save herself, or if there's another way to defy the oppressive regime. Will she find hope in the darkest of places, or will despair claim her? Discover a gripping tale of survival and moral conflict.
The Breadwinner (Graphic Novel)
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2018

The Breadwinner (Graphic Novel)

By Deborah Ellis · Book #1 in the The Breadwinner Collection series

A girl must disguise as a boy to save her family under Taliban rule.

80 pages· 3,158 words· Est. 29 min read
3.9 Goodreads · 2,091 ratings
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Summary: In war-torn Kabul, young Parvana faces a dire choice when her father is arrested. With her family on the brink of starvation, she must disguise herself as a boy to become their sole provider. As she navigates the dangerous streets, Parvana's courage and resilience are tested. Can she keep her secret and save her family from despair? This gripping graphic novel adaptation captures the heart and struggle of a girl defying the odds in a world where survival is uncertain.
Curiosity
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2014

Curiosity

By Gary Blackwood

A young chess prodigy is trapped in a dangerous game of deception and secrets.

313 pages· 66,549 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
3.8 Goodreads · 528 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In 1835 Philadelphia, young chess prodigy Rufus is hidden inside a mechanical chess player, secretly controlling its every move. As he navigates this world of deception, he fears his fate may mirror that of his vanished predecessors. With his unscrupulous master Maelzel pulling the strings, Rufus must unravel the mystery of the Turk before he becomes another lost pawn. Can he escape this perilous game, or will he be trapped forever? Suspense and intrigue abound in this historical tale, featuring cameos from Edgar Allan Poe and P.T. Barnum.
Court of Swans
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2021

Court of Swans

By Melanie Dickerson · Book #1 in the A Dericott Tale series

A daughter fights to save her brothers from execution. Can she trust her unlikely ally?

336 pages· 76,515 words· Est. 7 hour read
3.7 Goodreads · 4,611 ratings
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Summary: In 1381 England, Delia's world crumbles when her father dies and her brothers are accused of treason. Imprisoned in the Tower of London, they face execution under King Richard II. Delia, their only hope, infiltrates the royal court as a seamstress. Her sole ally is Sir Geoffrey, the very man who arrested them. As she navigates a web of deceit and power, Delia must decide if she can trust Geoffrey to help save her brothers. Will loyalty and love triumph over fear and betrayal in this gripping medieval tale?
The Hybrid Prince
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$1899
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2026

The Hybrid Prince

By Tui T. Sutherland · Book #16 in the Wings of Fire series

A dragon's quest for refuge uncovers hidden truths and tests his courage.

352 pages· 71,184 words· Est. 10 hour read
4.4 Goodreads · 3,411 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Umber, a young MudWing, flees after a tragedy, seeking safety with his sister Sora. Rescued by Mulberry, a hybrid dragon, they find a hidden island community. But as Umber uncovers the island's secrets, he must decide if he can become the hero they need, risking everything for a future with Sora and Mulberry. Can he unlock the past to secure their future?
Terror in the Tower of London
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$1597
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Terror in the Tower of London

By W. N. Brown, Michael Burgan, James Bernardin (Illustrator) · Book #5 in the Great Escapes series

A wife risks all to free her husband from the Tower of London.

128 pages· 14,597 words· Est. 2 hour read
3.7 Goodreads · 26 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In 1716 London, Lady Winifred Maxwell faces a harrowing challenge: freeing her husband, Lord William Nithsdale, from the Tower of London before his execution. With time running out, she devises a daring escape plan. Will her courage and cunning be enough to save him, or will both their lives end at the executioner's blade? This gripping tale of love and bravery will keep you on the edge of your seat, wondering if they can outsmart their captors and defy the odds. Dive into this thrilling escape story and discover if they can change their fate.
The Count of Monte Cristo
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 10–+

The Count of Monte Cristo

By Alexandre Dumas, Robin Waterfield (Adapter)

Arrested on his wedding day, a young sailor escapes prison to hunt his betrayers.

400 pages
4.2 Goodreads · 211 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Robin Waterfield's abridgement of Alexandre Dumas's classic. Falsely accused of treason, young sailor Edmond Dantès is arrested on his wedding day and locked in the island fortress of the Château d'If. After a dramatic escape he finds the fabulous treasure of Monte Cristo and sets out to catch up with his enemies, pursuing his vengeance to the bitter end.
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