So I read half of this, but I was very frustrated because it was too hard to piece together the identities and the relationships of the characters. It wasn't suspenseful; it was frustrating.

I had to work at it to find characters with whom I could empathize, although nonetheless I enjoyed the novel. A major reason for that is the constant twists upending my assumptions and mistaken conclusions practically on every page. Also it was watching the "train wreck" of two of the characters over two decades: both self-driven obsessive Narcissists lacking either moral value or character gumption. Like magnets, they continually attracted then repelled each other, and watching them was exactly like viewing a train derailment: the suspense was in wondering who this time would get hurt (not these two) and how badly.

Unfollow Me by Charlotte Duckworth is a fascinating look at the all- encompassing, and potentially sinister, nature of social media. I was pulled in from the very first page and could not look away. This is a fabulous read.

Vlogger Violet has amassed quite a following for her YouTube videos, speaking primarily as a mother who has suffered postpartum depression. But suddenly, and without warning, Violet closes all of her social media accounts, much to the frustration of some of her most rabid followers. Most distressed of all by this turn of events are Lily, a single mother, and Yvonne, a woman who is desperate to become pregnant at the age of forty. Told primarily through the alternating voices of these two women, it becomes clear that the obsession with Violet is much more than innocent fangirl adoration.

The plot is superbly paced and executed, and the twists will keep you guessing throughout. The end result is brilliant, and I would highly recommend giving this one a look.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Crooked Lane Books for this ARC.

An internet thriller! Brilliant with a lot of suspense!!!

An internet vlogger with over a million followers has become a daily obsession for many viewers. Violet, the vlogge, is a perfect mother with a perfect family. Yet, her tales and advice on pregnancy and especially post partum depression are what her readers devour. Suddenly, however, her online presence has vanished. Violet's followers flock to her online page to exchange their concern and curiosity as to why Violet has disappeared from all social media.

Two followers, in particular, Lily and Yvonne, seem to stand out in their devotion to Violet and her family. Both, in their own ways, seek the truth as to what happened to Violet. They resort to outrageous methods to find Violet and/or find out what has happened with her. Henry, Violet's husband, also becomes prominent in this maze of uncertainty.

The reader asks - what really DID happen to Violet?

Amazing character development and writing style. This book definitely has my vote - cover to cover!

Many Thanks to Cooked Lane Books and NetGalley for an intriguing and exciting story!

Unfollow Me is a wild ride into the world of social media. Violet is a mom, wife and vlogger. Putting herself and her family out for public viewing is always a risk, one never knows who is going to become obsessed with your family.

The story involves Lily, a single mom who has become quite obsessed with Violet and her family. From morning until evening, Lily finds herself checking Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and other venues for updates on Violet and her family.

Next up is Yvonne, a photographer who is newly married and desperately trying to have a baby. She, too, is obsessed with Violet and her family, but not for the same reason as Lily.

Then we meet Henry, Violet's husband, who fans seem to think is the ideal husband. Unfortunately, things aren't always as they seem.

Then of course, there's Violet, who after suffering postnatal depression, finds herself creating videos, hoping to connect with others, hoping to ease this pain in her life.

I was blown away by this story, and found myself reading Unfollow Me in one sitting. I, too, found myself wondering what was going on not only in Violet's world, but the other characters as well.

I highly recommend this story to anyone who enjoys a good story, well told and engaging from beginning to end.

Unfollow Me by Charlotte Duckworth
Thanks @netgalley @quercusbooks for my ARC publication date 1st June
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This book was amazing! I was completely gripped from the first page. It follows the lives of an internet vlogger and her fans, some pretty crazy! I loved the different chapters, exploring the different lives of each character. A really compelling, unique and modern story with really dark undertones. Loved it. Highly recommend xx
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