A review by ivi_reads_books
Playground by Richard Powers

emotional reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

Playground by Robert Powers is a multi-layered novel that weaves several seemingly unconnected storylines—though they all come together in the end.

While the themes of colonialism, privilege, uncertainty, gaming, AI, and conservancy are intriguing, the disconnected narratives made it hard for me to stay fully engaged.

The book also explores dementia as a chronic illness.

That said, I really enjoyed the vivid descriptions of nature, which added a beautiful and grounding element to the story. If you’re into complex, thought-provoking reads, this one might be for you! 
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