A really engaging and intriguing story told from a 5 year old boys perspective. The author lets the story unfold gradually through Jack's words, while all the while giving the reader insight into his understanding of he and his mother's situation. This book will keep you reading. It is a fast and enjoyable read. In the beginning, Jack's 5 year old tendency to bounce from one idea to the next (before I had a clear picture of the situation) was a little frustrating for me. Once I got into the story and got used to the style, I was fine and happy to read his words. There were moments that had me actually really worried and made me feel just as trapped as Jack and Ma were. I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in a realistic, thrilling, and rather sad tale.