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Julie Chan Is Dead by Liann Zhang
3.75
dark mysterious fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
Julie Chan is dead is not your average influencer thriller. After taking over her dead estranged twin sister’s seemingly fabulous life as an influencer, Julie finds herself thrust into a world of sponsored posts, spin classes, and elite events. But during a retreat with fellow influencers begins to take a turn for the weird, she begins to wonder what is the true price for social media fame. 

This was a fun read! I love novels about rich people, I love behind the scenes looks at influencer lives, and I love thrillers. It was a match made in heaven. I thought Julie was a really fun main character, even if she wasn’t the most likable. She was a survivor, a strong character with lots of background that made you understand the decisions she was making, even if they’re a little insane. I thought it was well-paced, even if it felt like there was a lot of story to tell, it was told quickly. While it wasn’t what I was expecting - especially towards the end - it was a solid thriller, with a unique premise. A new lens from which to consider the perspective of fictional influencer narrators. I’d give it 3.75 stars!
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