Alcatraz versus the Scrivener's Bones

Alcatraz versus the Scrivener's Bones is the second book in the Alcatraz series. While each book has a self-contained adventure, the overarching plot and character development build from the first book, so reading them in order is recommended for the full experience.

This book is part of the Alcatraz series, which is a distinct and separate universe from Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere books. It features a different magic system and tone, making it accessible to readers unfamiliar with his other fantasy series.

Yes — Scrivener's Bones continues the storyline and character relationships established in Alcatraz versus the Evil Librarians.

It introduces more information about his father and the search for him, but does not resolve the mystery — that develops across the series.