I shared some reader reviews in a previous blog post and here are a few more. The first one below is a doozy! It feels so good to get feedback from friends and (especially!) strangers. If you have thoughts about A Room in the Forest and are able to post a review on Goodreads, or even on your FB page I would really appreciate the support! Thank you again to book clubs in Victoria, Smithers, Terrace, Kamloops, and Vancouver for reading. If you have any questions for me or want to discuss the possibility of a visit to your book club, let me know.
“The story doesn’t just entertain—it mirrors parts of my own life back to me.”
Julio Ospino
“Heather Ramsay’s A Room in the Forest has been such a captivating read. What stands out most to me is the way the novel captures the inner workings of thought—the little leaps our minds make from one memory or sensation to the next. While reading, I often catch myself recognizing that same chain reaction in my own thinking: how a smell can stir up a forgotten memory, or how a single image can send me spiraling back to another time in my life. The book doesn’t just describe this—it makes me feel it, as if I’m moving through those neural pathways alongside the characters.
Lily’s journey, in particular, resonates on a personal level.
“Lily’s journey, in particular, resonates on a personal level. Her excitement at stepping into something new, the thrill of being where she longs to be, and the vulnerability of meeting new people all feel so familiar. As I read, I find myself reflecting on times when I’ve felt the same mix of anticipation, uncertainty, and discovery. The story doesn’t just entertain—it mirrors parts of my own life back to me.
“What I appreciate most is how the writing flows so naturally. The details are rich without being heavy, the transitions between thoughts feel effortless, and the narrative manages to be both immersive and reflective. It’s the kind of book that keeps me turning pages quickly, yet also makes me want to pause and savor certain passages.
A Room in the Forest isn’t only a beautiful story—it’s an experience.
“A Room in the Forest isn’t only a beautiful story—it’s an experience. It reminds me how reading can open up space for both escape and self-recognition, leaving me eager to keep following Lily while also noticing more about myself along the way.“
Julio Ospino, Chilliwack via text
“I just romped through A Room in the Forest and it feels like I just had a mini-break on Haida Gwaii. Learned a lot too. Can’t recommend it too highly.”
Emma Jarrett, Quesnel, via FB
“Thanks for a very enjoyable read, Heather Ramsay! Two Thumbs Up “
Rita Patel, Vancouver, via FB