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“Ma's still nodding. "You're the one who matters, though. Just you." I shake my head till it's wobbling because there's no just me.”

Quote by Emma Donoghue

Book:Room: Picador Classic

Work

Room: Picador Classic

This novel is a gripping account of a mother's desperate efforts to protect her son from the horrors of their confined existence. Set within the confines of a single room, the story delves into the complexities of love, fear, and the resilience of the human spirit. more

Author

Emma Donoghue is an Irish-Canadian author renowned for her plays and novels. Her works are celebrated for their deep psychological insights and unique narrative style. Born on October 24, 1969, Donoghue's plays have been performed in several countries, and her novels have been translated into multiple languages. more

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