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Julie Chan Is Dead by Liann Zhang
4.0
dark mysterious tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

This debut is the perfect cocktail of glamour and menace.
Initially, the concept of a bitter sister taking over her deceased twin influencer's meticulously crafted life, filled with dark secrets lurking beneath glossy surfaces piqued my interest.

However, I quickly recognized it as a thriller that exploits influencer culture instead of merely using it as backdrop. The fast pace and high stakes create a blend of rising tension and moral rot in privileged spaces, that kept me hooked until the very last second.