Good story and basic facts, but AWFUL grammar and spelling. Seriously, was this book edited? I almost gave up a few times because it was so distracting.

Also, the first two chapters (give or take) should be called 'Biography of My Father' because that's all she talks about. It's not even relevant information she gives us, and she does not go into as much detail about any of the other prison personnel (some of whom might be more relevant).

Good information, but difficult to get through.

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An interesting book with lots of fascinating, behind-the-scenes details. Very quick read. Unfortunately, in my opinion, Babyak's determination to portray the escapees (especially the Anglins) as loud-mouthed idiots made the book less enjoyable. I don't understand why she held that view even after they managed to carry out the escape without anyone significant ever knowing what they were up to.

I also thought the prisoners' imagined conversations were a bit too vulgar and could've definitely been left out.

Speaking of the conversations, Babyak's attempt at writing Southern dialects was unintentionally hilarious to me.

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