Category - Fiction / General Fiction
Format - Paperback
Condition - Excellent
Listed - 4 days ago
Ships From - Texas
Est. Publication Date - May 2011
Additional Information
Room: A Novel
ISBN: 9780316098328
Publisher Description
NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE To five-year-old-Jack, Room is the world. . . . It's where he was born, it's where he and his Ma eat and sleep and play and learn. At night, his Ma shuts him safely in the w...
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What readers are saying about this book
Summarized by Pango AI
PangoBooks readers have varied opinions on Emma Donoghue's novel. The story's unique perspective, narrated by a 5-year-old boy, receives praise for its originality and emotional depth, with some readers finding it gripping and unforgettable. However, others find Jack's point of view exhausting and sometimes painful to read, which detracts from their overall enjoyment. While many appreciate the novel's vivid writing and the touching depiction of love and resilience, a few struggle with its pacing and the challenges of the child's narrative voice. Overall, the book is seen as a powerful and well-written story that resonates deeply, yet may not suit everyone's tastes.