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The Sanatorium
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Book Brief
368
Novel • Fiction
Swiss Alps • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Sanatorium by Sarah Pearse, UK police detective Elin Warner visits a luxury hotel in the Swiss Alps to celebrate her brother Isaac's engagement, only to be drawn into investigating a series of murders during a snowstorm that traps the guests. The novel tackles issues such as mental illness, childhood trauma, and sexual assault.
Suspenseful
Mysterious
Unnerving
Dark
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Sanatorium by Sarah Pearse offers a gripping, atmospheric thriller set in a snowed-in Swiss hotel. Readers praise its compelling setting and intense suspense, though some criticize the pacing and character development. Overall, it’s a chilling read for mystery enthusiasts seeking a dark, immersive escape.
Who Should Read The Sanatorium?
A perfect read for fans of dark, atmospheric thrillers, The Sanatorium by Sarah Pearse captivates those who enjoy tense and twisty mysteries similar to The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides and The Guest List by Lucy Foley. Ideal for readers drawn to isolated settings and complex characters.
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Isaac Warner
Isaac Warner
Elin's older brother and a former computer science lecturer, he is engaged to Laure and has a strained relationship with Elin due to their shared past.
Laure Strehl
Laure Strehl
Isaac's fiancée and Elin's childhood friend, she works as an assistant manager at Le Sommet and disappears under mysterious circumstances.
Lucas Caron
Lucas Caron
The owner of Le Sommet and a prominent figure in real estate, known for his down-to-earth demeanor and an intense focus on maintaining a positive public image.
Cecile Caron
Cecile Caron
Lucas's sister and a manager at Le Sommet, she presents herself as a dedicated worker and sibling.
Will Riley
Will Riley
Elin's boyfriend who prioritizes her safety and supports her throughout their trip, serves as her logical and calming counterpart.
Margot Massen
Margot Massen
An employee at the hotel driven by a quest to uncover the truth about her family's past, which connects to the history of the sanatorium.
368
Novel • Fiction
Swiss Alps • Contemporary
2021
Adult
18+ years
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