The Playroom
The Playroom
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1995
Book Brief
464
Novel • Fiction
England • 1970s
1995
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In the 1990s in Yorkshire, Detective Constable Karen Sharpe, part of the West Yorkshire Child Protection Unit, confronts her fractured personal life while investigating two interconnected cases: a recovered memory of a kidnapping and rape involving a local MP, and the abduction of a judge's daughter. Both cases reveal a sinister pedophile ring, compelling Karen to work closely with DC Pete Bains. The book contains descriptions of child abuse.
Dark
Mysterious
Unnerving
Suspenseful
Reviews & Readership
181 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
John Connor's The Playroom garners praise for its compelling narrative and intricate character development. Readers appreciate the psychological depth and suspenseful plot. However, some criticize it for a slow pace and convoluted subplots. Overall, it is a thought-provoking read that engages despite pacing issues.
Who Should Read The Playroom?
Readers who enjoy suspenseful, psychological thrillers with intricate character exploration will be captivated by John Connor's The Playroom. Those who appreciate books like Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl or Paula Hawkins's The Girl on the Train will find the blend of mystery and psychological depth particularly engaging.
181 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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464
Novel • Fiction
England • 1970s
1995
Adult
18+ years
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