The Boys of Alpha Block: Large Print - Couverture souple

Sullivan, Nancy Nau

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1611536405 ISBN 13 : 9781611536409

Editeur : Torchflame Books Large Print, 2026

Synopsis

A gripping tale of resilience, rebellion, and redemption.

The last place Tarvis wanted to be was Alpha Correctional Center, and he's not the only inmate to feel that way. As he meets the other boys on Alpha Block—Jesse, Rick, and Julius—he's able to offer the final piece of their developing plan to break out. After all, he wants to spend the next three years doing anything other than sitting in a prison cell, even if their English teacher does seem to care for them more than anyone else in charge.

Caroline McBride strives to create a sanctuary in her classroom—a place where literature can spark change and foster healing, but she has been locked in a battle of wills with the deputy staff over treatment of the young prisoners, book availability, and education policy. Amidst the tension of the prison and her growing romance with the Treatment Team Counselor William Bonner, she catches wind of the escape plot. She finds herself at a crossroads. Will she uphold her commitment to these boys, or will the looming threat of violence and betrayal shatter the fragile trust she has built?

The Boys of Alpha Block is a poignant exploration of second chances and the transformative power of education in the face of adversity. Perfect for readers interested in criminal justice, social work, and psychological portraits of marginalized youth, this book is a powerful reminder that even in the most unforgiving environments, hope and resilience can prevail.

"...beautifully written and a powerful, mesmerizing story. You really brought the characters to life and made the reader — at least this one — care about "the boys." — Staff, University of Rochester, New York

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Nancy Nau Sullivan is an author of memoir, mystery, and fiction. After college she worked as an editorial assistant in New York and as a print journalist throughout the Midwest. Nancy is a graduate of the University of San Francisco (San Francisco College for Women) with a double major in Spanish and political science and holds a master's degree in journalism from Marquette University.Born in San Francisco, Nancy grew up outside Chicago and often visited Anna Maria Island, Florida. She moved to the island and wrote an award-winning memoir, THE LAST CADILLAC. She then adapted the Florida setting for SAVING TUNA STREET, the first book in the Blanche Murninghan mystery series. The fifth, HOT TANGO IN ARGENTINA, launched in April, 2025.Her novel, THE BOYS OF ALPHA BLOCK, is based on the years she taught in a boys' prison in Florida. She was also a teacher in Chicago, in Mexico with the Peace Corps, and in Argentina. Nancy lives near the Florida Gulf beaches. Find Nancy at http: //www.nancynausullivan.com.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Torchflame Books Large Print
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1611536405
• ISBN 13: 9781611536409
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 2
• Nombre de pages: 288
• Coordonnées du fabricant: Manufactured by Amazon on behalf of the author; https://www.amazon.fr/hz/contact-us; ; c/o Amazon Media EU S.à.r.l., 38 Avenue John F. Kennedy; Luxembourg; L-1855; Luxembourg