Books About Prison Breaks

The Best Prison Breaks Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about prison breaks? 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.

Twice Magic
The Final Spark
The Great Escape!
Face Off
The Shortlist

Our 6 Favorite Books About Prison Breaks

Release Me
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$2469
Chapter Book · Ages 14–+ · 2026

Release Me

Shatter Me: Series Two series

A vengeful assassin and a wary ally face a crumbling dystopia's dark secrets.

384 pages· 85,654 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 28,128 ratings
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Summary: Rosabelle Wolff seeks revenge to save her sister, but her icy resolve falters in the surveillance state of Ark Island. James Anderson, desperate for allies against The Reestablishment, finds himself drawn to Rosabelle, an instinctive killer. As tensions rise, Aaron Warner Anderson senses a looming threat, unable to trust Rosabelle's unreadable nature. Can they unite against a crumbling dystopia, or will their fractured trust doom them all? Welcome back to The New Republic, where danger and desire collide.
Twice Magic
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$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018

Twice Magic

By Cressida Cowell · Book #2 in the The Wizards of Once series

A Wizard and Warrior must unite to stop a freed evil spell.

400 pages· 52,952 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 5,133 ratings
$17.99Save 6%
Summary: In a world of magic and conflict, young Wizard Xar and Warrior Wish must overcome their lifelong enmity. An evil spell has escaped, threatening their realm. To stop it, they must venture into perilous lands to find the ingredients needed to save their world. Can they set aside their differences and work together, or will their past hatred doom them all? Embark on a thrilling journey where alliances are tested, and the fate of magic hangs in the balance.
The Return of Zita the Spacegirl
Graphic Nov.
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$1398
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

The Return of Zita the Spacegirl

By Ben Hatke · Book #3 in the Zita the Spacegirl series

A young girl is put on trial for her crimes and sentenced to the dungeons, where she meets a cast of characters who aid her in her escape and subsequent adventures.

240 pages· 4,295 words· Est. 48 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 7,581 ratings
$14.99Save 7%
Summary: Zita the Spacegirl faces her toughest challenge yet: escaping a high-security prison planet. Wrongfully detained, she must outsmart a sinister warden plotting interstellar domination. Can Zita orchestrate the ultimate jailbreak and save the galaxy once more? With time running out, the stakes have never been higher for this fearless heroine.
The Final Spark
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2017

The Final Spark

By Richard Paul Evans · Book #7 in the Michael Vey series

Michael is missing. Can the Electroclan stop Hatch's world domination plan?

316 pages· 69,706 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 11,062 ratings
$12.99Save 4%
Summary: Michael Vey has vanished after a heroic sacrifice, leaving the Electroclan in turmoil. With Hatch's forces regrouping for global control, the stakes have never been higher. As the Electroclan faces division and betrayal, Michael's mother becomes a pawn in a deadly game. Can they unite to thwart Hatch's sinister plans, or will this be their final stand?
The Great Escape!
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$574
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2023

The Great Escape!

By Random House · The Cuphead Show! series

Two brothers' escape plan hits a snag when one enjoys jail too much.

32 pages· 415 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
3.8/5 Goodreads · 21 ratings
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Summary: Cuphead's antics land him and his brother Mugman in jail. While Cuphead plots a daring escape, Mugman finds comfort in their cell. Can they reconcile their differences and break free, or will Mugman's newfound contentment keep them locked up? Dive into their misadventure and discover if brotherly bonds can outwit the bars.
Face Off
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

Face Off

By Greg Farshtey, Scholastic (Illustrator) · LEGO Hero Factory series

Discover the secrets of epic battles between heroes and villains in the LEGO Hero Factory universe.

112 pages· 10,261 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 15 ratings
$7.99Save 5%
Summary: Dive into the LEGO Hero Factory Guide, where Mr. Makuro's creations come alive. Explore detailed bios, thrilling backstories, and secret missions. Uncover the hidden stats that could change the outcome of epic hero-villain face-offs. Will peace and justice prevail in the galaxy, or will chaos reign? This guide is your key to unlocking the mysteries and adventures of the Hero Factory world.
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