Imagine if you were born and grew up in a tiny tool shed in someone’s backyard and the only person you’ve ever known is Ma? We take a dive into the world of Jack, a 5 year-old boy who only knows Ma and Room. His world gets turned upside down when Ma informs Jack that there is a whole world outside of Room and they have to escape. The book and material are heavy, but our conversation wasn’t. We are doing this.
Drink:
The Gin Lollipop
1 oz gin
1 oz peach liqueur
5 oz of orange juice
1 oz of seltzer water
Shake and strain into an ice-filled collins glass, then add seltzer water. Garnish with a slice of orange and a cherry, and serve.
Thanks to 1001 Cocktails
https://en.1001cocktails.com/cocktails/cocktail_gin-lollipop_363181.aspx
Our Drinking Game for the Story:
Take a drink:
Everytime Jack throws a temper tantrum
Every time you can tell Ma is THIS CLOSE to losing her shit
Keep drinking nervously throughout the carpet/truck scene, because holy shit.
Any time Jack is introduced to something to the outside world
Take a shot whenever you feel so uncomfortable.
Raise your glass when you’ve found out that Old Nick has been apprehended and sent to jail.
Fantastic Reads:
Jordan: Equal Rites by Terry Pratchett
Emily: The First Test: Protector of the Small by Tamora Pierce
A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what’s coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation.
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