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A review by cheyennedierker
Snake Oil by Kelsey Rae Dimberg
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Another well-crafted contemporary social satire that uses vantage point to showcase how jumping to conclusions about the people you think you know can be tragic, with a unique wellness industry spin. Coming September 2024.
Kelsey Rae Dimberg's "Snake Oil" contrasts female ambition with profound skepticism and disdain for deceptive marketing. It alternates perspectives between Rhoda, the ambitious founder of Radical, a wellness company on track to reach a billion-dollar valuation; Cecilia, a "Customer Worship" team member grappling with chronic pain and cynicism; and Dani, her friend and coworker with unwavering loyalty to Radical.
Perfect for readers who recognize shades of grey in human nature and society, but be aware that the novel features a significant focus on pregnancy for those sensitive to the topic.
Thank you to Mariner Books and NetGalley for the advanced copy.
Kelsey Rae Dimberg's "Snake Oil" contrasts female ambition with profound skepticism and disdain for deceptive marketing. It alternates perspectives between Rhoda, the ambitious founder of Radical, a wellness company on track to reach a billion-dollar valuation; Cecilia, a "Customer Worship" team member grappling with chronic pain and cynicism; and Dani, her friend and coworker with unwavering loyalty to Radical.
Perfect for readers who recognize shades of grey in human nature and society, but be aware that the novel features a significant focus on pregnancy for those sensitive to the topic.
Thank you to Mariner Books and NetGalley for the advanced copy.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Pregnancy
Minor: Chronic illness, Death, Cancer, and Death of parent