The Playground
The Playground
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
London, England • 2010s
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Playground by Jane Shemilt, families intertwine when their children become friends at a London school. As relationships deepen, secrets and tensions surface, challenging their bonds and unraveling trust. The narrative explores themes of parenting, privilege, and the hidden complexities within family dynamics.
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Suspenseful
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
6,991 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Playground by Jane Shemilt is praised for its gripping narrative and complex characters. Readers appreciate the exploration of family dynamics and hidden secrets. However, some find the pacing uneven and the plot predictable at times. Overall, it offers a compelling psychological drama with engaging twists that captivate many readers.
Who Should Read The Playground?
Readers who enjoy psychological dramas and domestic thrillers, like Liane Moriarty's Big Little Lies or Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl, will be captivated by Jane Shemilt's The Playground. This novel appeals to those interested in complex character dynamics and unraveling deep, dark family secrets.
6,991 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
London, England • 2010s
2019
Adult
18+ years
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