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dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
10 influencers are going to be spending three weeks on a private island to unplug - and film a new reality show called IRL. When a body is found the first morning, everyone is suspicious of everyone and secrets start to be revealed.
This book was hard to start. I was interested in the concept because I love the closed door mystery troupe but getting 10 characters right off the bat was hard to keep track of. I went back and forth so many times at first I ended up making a note to keep them straight. This was also exasperated by multiple POVs that sounded the same.
It held my attention and some things I predicted, some things I did not. I honestly think there would have been more mystery and less confusion with less POVs.
Overall, it was a nice quick read. If you’re looking for a Gen Z thriller that discusses relevant issues with influencers, you should give this book a chance.
Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for a chance to read and review this eARC.
This book was hard to start. I was interested in the concept because I love the closed door mystery troupe but getting 10 characters right off the bat was hard to keep track of. I went back and forth so many times at first I ended up making a note to keep them straight. This was also exasperated by multiple POVs that sounded the same.
It held my attention and some things I predicted, some things I did not.
Overall, it was a nice quick read. If you’re looking for a Gen Z thriller that discusses relevant issues with influencers, you should give this book a chance.
Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for a chance to read and review this eARC.
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Bullying, Death, Gun violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual assault, Blood, and Murder
Minor: Eating disorder