Room by Emma Donoghue

I have been waiting to read Room by Emma Donoghue for what seems like forever. Usually when I have so many expectations built up for a story I end up disappointed, but not with Room.

For those who don't know, Room tells the story of Jack who was born and grew up in an eleven by eleven foot room that he believes is the entire world. To his Ma, though, Room is the place where she has been held prisoner by Old Nick for the past seven years.

This book is the emotional and heartbreaking story of Ma and Jack and their escape from Room where they have spent so many years. Many parts of the novel are disturbing and horrifying. The entire book is told through the perspective of five-year old Jack.

I don't want to give any more away, but I would definitely recommend reading!