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Perfect Little Children

Sophie Hannah
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Perfect Little Children

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

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Sophie Hannah

Perfect Little Children

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

329

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Sophie Hannah's novel Perfect Little Children, a person named Beth witnesses an unsettling scene involving a former friend and her children, who appear unchanged by the passage of time. Curiosity and concern lead Beth to investigate the mystery, delving into themes of truth and perception as she uncovers secrets that challenge her understanding of reality.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Unnerving

Dark

Reviews & Readership

3.6

29,213 ratings

50%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

17%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Perfect Little Children by Sophie Hannah receives mixed reviews. Positively, readers appreciate the intriguing and suspenseful plot that captivates from the start. The novel's twists and the psychological depth are commendable. However, some critics feel the pacing is slow in parts and the resolution lacks impact. Overall, it offers an engaging mystery with some narrative unevenness.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Perfect Little Children?

Readers who relish psychological thrillers will be captivated by Sophie Hannah's Perfect Little Children. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl or Paula Hawkins' The Girl on the Train will appreciate its suspenseful twists and intricate plotting that delve into the complexities of family dynamics and hidden secrets.

3.6

29,213 ratings

50%

Loved it

33%

Mixed feelings

17%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

329

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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