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The Players

By: Darren O’Sullivan
Narrated by: Emma Pallant, David Thorpe
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About this listen

‘An immensely talented new author’ John Marrs

'Saw meets I See You in this dark, twisted and deadly game of kill or be killed. I held my breath from beginning to end' C L Taylor, author of The Perfect Couple

This is a game where nobody wins…

The Host has a game for you.

Kill or be killed.

Kill, or lose someone you love.

You are the next player.

You have a choice to make.

A nerve-shredding cat-and-mouse serial killer thriller that will keep you guessing, perfect for fans of Adrian McKinty, John Marrs and Steve Cavanagh

©2020 Darren O’Sullivan (P)2020 HarperCollins Publishers Limited Crime Thrillers Psychological Suspense Thriller Thriller & Suspense Fiction Crime Game

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Managed to finish the book but left feeling underwhelmed. Sorry but I didn’t think the male narration matched the character.

Disappointed

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kept me engaged throughout. loved it. great reader too. highly recommend :) looking for others from same author :)

amazing

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I was drawn in from the very start, I just couldn't put it down. It poses some moral dilemmas and I think the fact that the scenarios are so "ordinary" makes them even more terrifying. Would definitely recommend

Another Hit From Darren O'Sullivan

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A gripping story and a very enjoyable listen however it left me with many questions afterwards. Also didn't think the hosts identity matched the one writer had portrayed.

Gripping but I need answers

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The ending makes you think. Very true to society today. I love this mix of characters the views from them all. The story line.
Good narration.
Draws you into their lives and you really feel for them.

Great book.

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