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Violence
Barely any
Brief violence near the novel's conclusion
Language
Some
Strong language throughout
Sexual Content
A lot
Explicit sexual content; the affair is depicted frankly and at length
Substance Use
Barely any
Social drinking in suburban settings
Emotional Intensity
A lot
The psychology of marital dissatisfaction, desire, and what people tell themselves about their choices
What this book is about
Sarah and Todd are both unhappily married parents who meet at the playground while their toddlers play. Their affair unfolds against the backdrop of a neighborhood obsessed with the registered sex offender who has moved nearby. Perrotta's 2004 literary novel is darkly comic and unflinching about suburban desire and self-deception.
Notes for sensitive readers
Reader-flagged moments and themes that may affect your experience.
Explicit sexual content
Registered sex offender subplot
Adult themes
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