Graphic Nov.
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2016
The Count of Monte Cristo (Graphic Novel)
A wronged sailor escapes prison to seek treasure and revenge.
52 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 929 ratings
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Books About Prisoners · 48 titles considered
The Best Prisoners Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about prisoners? 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 Prisoners
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$2328
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2012
Throne of Glass
By Sarah J. Maas · Book #1 in the Throne of Glass series
An assassin must win a deadly contest to gain freedom, but a sinister force threatens all.
432 pages· 110,619 words· Est. 10.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,620,433 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2015
Ruby on the Outside
Ruby's secret threatens her new friendship and everything she holds dear.
176 pages· 32,018 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,489 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 1999
Monster
By Walter Dean Myers · Book #1 in the Monster series
Teen on trial for murder questions identity and truth.
281 pages· 28,057 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
3.7/5 Goodreads · 76,086 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020
A Sprinkle of Sorcery
Sisters race against time to rescue their kidnapped sibling from ghostly pirates.
432 pages· 84,847 words· Est. 12 hour read
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.1/5 Goodreads · 3,250 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–15 · 2011
The Prisoner of Cell 25
By Richard Paul Evans · Book #1 in the Michael Vey series
A teen with electric powers uncovers a dangerous conspiracy threatening his life and others like him.
326 pages· 83,916 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 51,092 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2018
The Dragon Crown
By Geronimo Stilton · Book #7 in the Geronimo Stilton: Micekings series
A mouse must retrieve a crown to save his cousin from a dragon king.
128 pages· 7,379 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 165 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2020
The Puffin Keeper
By Michael Morpurgo, Benji Davies (Illustrator)
A lighthouse keeper's rescue sparks a lifelong bond tested by war.
112 pages· 6,850 words· Est. 58 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,170 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2018
Brawl of the Wild
By Dav Pilkey · Book #6 in the Dog Man series
A police dog and his friends must stop a group of evil fleas from causing chaos in the city.
224 pages· 4,843 words· Est. 54 min read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 16,563 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022
Golden Girl
By Reem Faruqi
A girl must choose between her bad habit and saving her family.
336 pages
4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,289 ratings
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Prisoners Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about prisoners for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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Milo Imagines the World
Ages 4–8 · 2021
A subway ride reveals that appearances can be deceiving.
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The Amazing Bone
Ages 5–8 · 1976
A talking bone helps a pig outsmart robbers and a hungry fox.
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Bears to the Rescue
Ages 4–8 · 2016
A missing cub leads bears to a carnival, where chaos and cat burglars await.
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Visiting Day
Ages 5–7 · 2001
A girl and her grandmother prepare for a heartfelt prison visit.
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Prisoners Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about prisoners for developing and independent readers.
Graphic Nov.
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The Return of Zita the Spacegirl
Ages 8–12 · 2014
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.
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$1995
Aristóteles y Dante descubren los secretos del universo
Ages 13–17 · 2012
Two teens form an unlikely friendship, uncovering life's secrets and their own identities.
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The Plunder Down Under
Ages 9–12 · 2020
The Kidds race against time in the Outback to clear their parents' names.
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Captured on the High Seas
Ages 7–+ · 2014
Captured by British forces, two cousins plan a daring escape during the Revolutionary War.
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Escape from Falaise
Ages 10–15 · 2021
Captured in a foreign land, two Rangers must outwit a cunning baron to escape and save a prince.
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The Parasite
Ages 11–16 · 2022
A new, more powerful threat challenges Michael and the Electroclan's peace.
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Moonlocket
Ages 8–12 · 2017
A criminal mastermind seeks a mysterious heirloom, threatening to unravel dark secrets.
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The Darkest Minds
Ages 12–18 · 2012
Ruby escapes a camp for kids with dangerous powers, seeking safety and freedom.
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$1999
Bringing Me Back
Ages 8–12 · 2018
A boy's quest to save a trapped bear may lead to his own redemption.
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$695
Caroline's Secret Message
Ages 8–12 · 2012
A girl must deliver a secret message to her imprisoned father under a guard's watchful eye.
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$1299
Lockdown
Ages 12–17 · 2009
Escape the world's most secure prison or face horrors beyond death.
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$1999
Moonrise
Ages 14–+ · 2017
A teen races against time to reconnect with his brother on death row. Can forgiveness transcend guilt?