The Escape from Home
By Avi
1996
First Published
3.83
Average Rating
304
Number of Pages
Part of Series
Maura O'Connell, 15, and her brother, Patrick, 12, escape Ireland's brutal poverty with only the belongings in their bundles and tickets for ocean passage. Sir Laurence Kirkle, 11, flees a life of privilege to seek justice. When fate brings them ogether, the three join forces in a daring scheme that may lead to freedom and glory...or dire consequences.
Avg Rating
3.83
Number of Ratings
1,034
5 STARS
28%
4 STARS
37%
3 STARS
28%
2 STARS
6%
1 STARS
2%
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Author
Avi
Author · 80 books
Avi is a pen name for Edward Irving Wortis, but he says, "The fact is, Avi is the only name I use." Born in 1937, Avi has created many fictional favorites such as The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle, Nothing but the Truth, and the Crispin series. His work is popular among readers young and old.
