Room 706

[A] tender, thoughtful novel, which is part thriller, part exploration of what it is to be a woman and the huge expectations put on you * Good Housekeeping *Tense, tender and witty, this beautifully-written thriller had me ripping through the pages to the heartstopping ending * Daily Mail *An intriguing exploration of marriage and infidelity, this would make a great book club read * Prima *Riveting, this novel explores secrets, consequences and morality * Woman & Home *An immersive love story and exploration of being human cleverly hinged on a premise of slow dread * Heat *A tense, intimate story about love, guilt and human frailty under extreme pressure and fear… We read this in one sitting * Closer *A brave, gripping debut * Platinum *A gripping and tense debut novel, that poses questions about womanhood and the ripple effect of the choices we make * Psychologies *A suspenseful real-time page-turner with an ending that demands to be talked about – Erin KellyRoom 706 is as tender as it is surprising, a gripping interrogation of womanhood-before and after marriage and children change our identities. I’m sure I won’t be the only one nodding my head throughout. I adored this brilliant novel – Sarah Jessica ParkerRoom 706 explores what makes us who we are, why we make the choices we do and what might have happened if we didn’t. The pacing of this novel is immaculate. Is it a thriller? It’s most definitely thrilling, heart-in-mouth writing. But it’s also so poignant, heart-breaking and utterly human, and the ending is PERFECT – Joanna CannonA love story wrapped up in a grenade. I recommend. – Cecelia AhernUnputdownable is over-used in my opinion but this book really is. I devoured it. Brilliant premise, gorgeously-drawn characters, thoughtful yet tense, I had goosebumps at the end and I haven’t stopped thinking about it. Out next year it’s going to be huge, trust me on this. – Jennie GodfreyRoom 706 is part page-turning thriller, part a heart-breaking exploration of marriage and sexual desire. Beautifully written with characters that grab hold of your emotions and don’t let go. I thought it was wonderful. – Laura Shepherd-RobinsonA tense, riveting read about the unpredictable ripple effects luck and choices can have, and an absorbing examination of a woman’s attempts to understand herself and her place in the world – Tracy SierraTense, riveting and provocative, this novel explores secrets, consequences and morality, making it a compelling read and a perfect choice for book clubs * Woman’s Weekly *Fiendishly addictive, smart, moving and original, I tore through this outstanding debut. Levenson’s writing is taut, funny and deeply, beautifully human - a fantastic premise handled with razor-sharp precision – Rosie WalshEllie Levenson’s explosive debut is dangerously brilliant – Loretta RothschildEllie Levenson writes with sensitivity about marriage, motherhood, and the transgressive pursuit of desire. Room 706 is nuanced and compassionate in the questions it asks and the easy answers it refuses to give – Heidi ReimerA tense exploration of desire and womanhood… gripping, layered, and thrilling – Alina GrabowskiRoom 706 is an utterly brilliant read. A woman’s memories, actions, and impulses are laid bare against a sense of dread that builds with every page. I could not stop reading. – Sarah Easter CollinsLikely to be one of THE books of 2026, pacey throughout. – Sarah TurnerWhat clever and captivating set-up…what I loved most was the high stakes tied up with motherhood and marriage. A gripping read, grounded in humanity. It’s brilliant! – Katie KempI was absolutely blown away by this book. It’s a literary thriller but also a romance, as well as a reflection on motherhood and the desire for something for yourself which almost any mother will relate to. Beautifully written and kept me reading long into the night. Ideal for book clubs with plenty to discuss on many levels - I totally loved the ending too. I massively recommend, and can’t wait to see what Ellie writes next. * Catherine Cooper *It’s the best kind of thriller: neatly paced, emotional and with plenty of heart. I defy you to leave the plot behind when you’ve finished reading * Belfast Telegraph *Room 706 is as tender as it is surprising, a gripping interrogation of womanhood-before and after marriage and children change our identities. I’m sure I won’t be the only one nodding my head throughout. I adored this brilliant novel. – Sarah Jessica Parker, SJP Lit Unputdownable is over-used in my opinion but this book really is. I devoured it. Brilliant premise, gorgeously-drawn characters, thoughtful yet tense, I had goosebumps at the end and I haven’t stopped thinking about it. Out next year it’s going to be huge, trust me on this. – Jennie Godfrey

Ellie Levenson is a freelance journalist whose work has appeared across many national newspapers and magazines. She lives in London with her family.