You might think that a
book about a boy who stays in the same room his entire life
wouldn’t be very interesting but, in the case of this book, you’d be very
wrong. Joe has a condition that means his body can’t fight infection, and so he
lives in a hospital room, breathing controlled air, unable to go outside. But
Joe is very likeable and in his dreams he’s a super-hero. Joe’s observations of
the world from his bubble are fascinating. He completely draws us into his life
and we quickly feel like he’s a friend.
Joe has a stream of friends
and carers who are part of his life, including another bubble boy, Henry, who
he chats with by skype. And then there’s Amir, the crazy nurse who believes in
aliens and promises to sneak Joe outside. Amir is a totally loveable character
who made me laugh and gave me hope.
It's a serious book, edged with a gentle humour. And it is sad in places. It examines difficult issues - hence I've categorised it OMG - but is very easy to read. Anyone who enjoyed Wonder by R.J. Palacio would definitely enjoy this.
It's a serious book, edged with a gentle humour. And it is sad in places. It examines difficult issues - hence I've categorised it OMG - but is very easy to read. Anyone who enjoyed Wonder by R.J. Palacio would definitely enjoy this.
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