Huge disappointment One of the worst books I've read in awhile. I rarely ever stop reading a book, but after 120 pages or so, I was consistently falling asleep while reading. The entire first 1/3 of the book consists of what the mother and child do on a day to day basis while trapped in a room. It goes on and on about the boring details of the games they play, TV shows they watch, and food they eat. Very disappointed as I thought the premise of the book (a mother and her child of rape held captive by the father/rapist) had extreme potential, especially with it being told from the point of view of the child. However, I just couldn't get past all the boring, pointless details and was forced to put it down. Before I did, I flipped through some pages to get the overall ending and plot of the story. Still didn't think it was worth it.

This was ok a little disturbing. I didn't like that is was told by the boy though it made it strange.

Liked the book and couldn't wait for the movie I read this book a few years ago. It was very detailed as to give you a sense of the mundane slow "torture" the pair had to endure. I think that is where the low ratings may be coming from? It was long during that portion, but I get why. Overall, I really liked the book so much that I couldn't wait for the movie to be released. The book is better :)

This is a real page turner. It is about a mother and child being held captive for years by a psychotic man. The book is written from the viewpoint of the 5 year old child. The book is chilling and terrifying. It is so disturbing that the story sticks with you for days.

The unique perspective and compelling plot made this book one that I could not put down. The premise was horrifying, yet the story, told from the point of view of a little boy in an untenable situation, was riveting. This was a great read.