The Book Squad explores the tiny yet oh-so-rich world of “Room” by Emma Donoghue. We talk about our favorite Jack-isms, Ma’s character, and how we feel about the child narration. We also answer a terrible bookclub discussion question and dive into the real (and really awful) story that inspired “Room.” Plus: Emily and Mary review Happy Death Day, and we tell you what’s on the #BookSquadBlog and what’s coming up on the podcast. Rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends! And don’t forget to enter our Borne giveaway! The simple rules are at booksquad.ink/bornegiveaway. May the odds be ever in your favor!

0:33 – Intro to the book/What is your favorite Jack-ism?
5:00 – Summary from Goodreads (which surprisingly isn’t bad!)
6.55 – Ratings and thoughts
13:28 – Different perspectives
16:45 – Why does the narration in this book work?
21:57 – Breastfeeding, Room, and Jack
26:05 – After the escape: How “Room” deals with trauma
30:22 – Terrible discussion questions! What’s your Sunday Treat?
34:08 – SEAMUS THE DOG
37:50 – Complaints?
41:24 – True Crime Corner: The real story of “Room”

48:30 – “Happy Death Day!”
53:15 – What’s on the blog, what’s up next, and GIVEAWAY NEWS

Next time on #BSG: A discussion of “Borne” by Jeff Vandermeer.