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Like, Follow, Die
'Deeply empathetic and profoundly unsettling, this is contemporary crime fiction at its finest' - Dinuka McKenzie
Corinne Gray is a woman whose life is falling apart. When probationary detective Kyle Nazarian unexpectedly knocks on her door on a rainy morning, she knows why. He wants to talk about her son, Ben. This is her chance to finally explain how her sweet-natured child – who loved history and dreamed of swimming for Olympic Gold – grew up to do the unthinkable. What really happened to Ben? And could anyone have prevented it?
Desperate for justice, Corinne has poured herself into uncovering the sinister figures behind her son's actions and the shadowy online communities that prey on vulnerable young people. Kyle, meanwhile, is grappling with his own personal crisis both at home and at work. Torn between his duties and a growing sympathy for Corinne, Kyle must decide how far he's willing to go to help her.
We Need to Talk About Kevin meets None of This Is True in this shattering and provocative psychological thriller that dives into the darkest corners of the internet and the powerful bonds between parents and children, from the bestselling author of Dark Mode.
Corinne Gray is a woman whose life is falling apart. When probationary detective Kyle Nazarian unexpectedly knocks on her door on a rainy morning, she knows why. He wants to talk about her son, Ben. This is her chance to finally explain how her sweet-natured child – who loved history and dreamed of swimming for Olympic Gold – grew up to do the unthinkable. What really happened to Ben? And could anyone have prevented it?
Desperate for justice, Corinne has poured herself into uncovering the sinister figures behind her son's actions and the shadowy online communities that prey on vulnerable young people. Kyle, meanwhile, is grappling with his own personal crisis both at home and at work. Torn between his duties and a growing sympathy for Corinne, Kyle must decide how far he's willing to go to help her.
We Need to Talk About Kevin meets None of This Is True in this shattering and provocative psychological thriller that dives into the darkest corners of the internet and the powerful bonds between parents and children, from the bestselling author of Dark Mode.
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Ashley Kalagian Blunt
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Ashley Kalagian Blunt
is an author, speaker and podcaster. Her number one bestselling psychological thriller, Dark Mode, was published in Australia/NZ, the UK, South Korea and Germany. It was shortlisted for the 2024 ABIA General Fiction Book of the Year, the Ned Kelly Awards and the Danger Awards.
Her latest thrillers are Cold Truth, which was also shortlisted for the Ned Kelly Award for Best Crime Novel, and Like, Follow, Die.
She has two earlier books, How to Be Australian, a memoir, and My Name Is Revenge, a thriller novella and collected essays. Her writing appears widely across Australian and international publications.
Ashley is a frequent speaker and panel moderator, and co-hosts James and Ashley Stay at Home, a podcast about writing, creativity and health. She has taught creative writing across Australia. Originally from Canada, she has lived and worked in South Korea, Peru and Mexico.
Her latest thrillers are Cold Truth, which was also shortlisted for the Ned Kelly Award for Best Crime Novel, and Like, Follow, Die.
She has two earlier books, How to Be Australian, a memoir, and My Name Is Revenge, a thriller novella and collected essays. Her writing appears widely across Australian and international publications.
Ashley is a frequent speaker and panel moderator, and co-hosts James and Ashley Stay at Home, a podcast about writing, creativity and health. She has taught creative writing across Australia. Originally from Canada, she has lived and worked in South Korea, Peru and Mexico.
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March 15, 2026
“Every parent believes they know their child. Until the moment they realise how much they don’t.”
Like, Follow, Die is one of those reads that feels eerily plausible, the kind where you keep thinking, this could happen anywhere, to anyone. From the very first knock on Corinne’s door, there’s this quiet sense of dread that hums underneath everything, and it only grows stronger as the story unfolds.
What I loved most is how deeply human this novel is. At its heart, it’s about a mother trying to understand her child, a detective navigating empathy alongside duty, and a teenager searching for connection in all the wrong places. It would have been easy for this story to become sensational, but instead it’s thoughtful, compassionate, and incredibly nuanced.
The pacing is beautifully controlled, a slow burn that lets tension seep into your bones rather than explode on the page. Every revelation lands with emotional weight, and the shifting perspectives add layers that kept me completely invested.
The themes… wow. Loneliness, belonging, identity, the internet’s shadowy corners, and the fragile threads between parents and children. It’s confronting without being heavy handed, and reflective without losing that gripping narrative pull.
I finished this feeling unsettled in the best possible way, thoughtful, a little heart sore, and very impressed.
At this point, I’ll read anything Ashley Kalagian Blunt writes. I’ve loved every one of her books, and Like, Follow, Die just cements that admiration even more.
My Highest Recommendation.
Congratulations Ashley!
Thank you Ultimo Press for my early readers copy.
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Like, Follow, Die is one of those reads that feels eerily plausible, the kind where you keep thinking, this could happen anywhere, to anyone. From the very first knock on Corinne’s door, there’s this quiet sense of dread that hums underneath everything, and it only grows stronger as the story unfolds.
What I loved most is how deeply human this novel is. At its heart, it’s about a mother trying to understand her child, a detective navigating empathy alongside duty, and a teenager searching for connection in all the wrong places. It would have been easy for this story to become sensational, but instead it’s thoughtful, compassionate, and incredibly nuanced.
The pacing is beautifully controlled, a slow burn that lets tension seep into your bones rather than explode on the page. Every revelation lands with emotional weight, and the shifting perspectives add layers that kept me completely invested.
The themes… wow. Loneliness, belonging, identity, the internet’s shadowy corners, and the fragile threads between parents and children. It’s confronting without being heavy handed, and reflective without losing that gripping narrative pull.
I finished this feeling unsettled in the best possible way, thoughtful, a little heart sore, and very impressed.
At this point, I’ll read anything Ashley Kalagian Blunt writes. I’ve loved every one of her books, and Like, Follow, Die just cements that admiration even more.
My Highest Recommendation.
Congratulations Ashley!
Thank you Ultimo Press for my early readers copy.
Available Now!
February 23, 2026
Where do I even start Ashley Kalagian Blunt? Like Follow Die is an audible exclusive that shocks. It is absolutely brilliant, perfect for audio and would make a fantastic Netflix series. We need to make this happen!
Trust me when I say that this book will make you uncomfortable. It felt like a ripped from the headlines story, one that could very easily happen in today’s world. Ben goes from a champion swimmer and history enthusiast at 12 to something so dark and scary . The only son to single mother Corrine, his online activity sees him dealing with some really unscrupulous people, changing his perception on the world and women.
It is a hard story to explain without spoilers. It is told through the eyes of Ben as he grows up, his mother Corrine and police detective Kyle. It is dark, emotional and frightening. It made m cry, it made me angry.
The cast of narrators, including the fabulous Claudia Karvan, were amazing. At times I forgot it was fiction, it was so realistic. If you have an Audible account you need to read this book. If you don’t have one you need one. You really don’t want to miss this book. I can’t recommend it more, honest, Ashley has outdone herself here. Brilliant!!
Trust me when I say that this book will make you uncomfortable. It felt like a ripped from the headlines story, one that could very easily happen in today’s world. Ben goes from a champion swimmer and history enthusiast at 12 to something so dark and scary . The only son to single mother Corrine, his online activity sees him dealing with some really unscrupulous people, changing his perception on the world and women.
It is a hard story to explain without spoilers. It is told through the eyes of Ben as he grows up, his mother Corrine and police detective Kyle. It is dark, emotional and frightening. It made m cry, it made me angry.
The cast of narrators, including the fabulous Claudia Karvan, were amazing. At times I forgot it was fiction, it was so realistic. If you have an Audible account you need to read this book. If you don’t have one you need one. You really don’t want to miss this book. I can’t recommend it more, honest, Ashley has outdone herself here. Brilliant!!
August 5, 2025
And that’s how you write a psychological thriller!! The hook for once was absolutely spot on - None of This is True meets Adolescence! Ashley is the absolute queen of dark web thrillers. It was so twisted and chilling, my jaw was on the FLOOR.
March 7, 2026
Like, Follow, Die is a contemporary take on We Need To Talk About Kevin. It’s occasionally heavy handed, and not always 100% realistic in terms of police procedure, but it’s still enough to strike fear in the heart of anyone who has ever seen an angry young man venting his spleen on social media.
My full review of Like, Follow, Die is up now on Keeping Up With The Penguins.
My full review of Like, Follow, Die is up now on Keeping Up With The Penguins.
June 12, 2025
5/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Vibes: Dark Web Drama, Tech Thriller
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Ashley Kalagian Blunt has officially cemented her status as the queen of dark web thrillers. If Dark Mode gave you the creeps in all the right ways (5 stars from me ⭐️) then Like, Follow, Die takes that unease and turns it all the way up.
This Audible exclusive was perfectly timed as I decided to dive back into fiction audio. It came complete with a full cast of narrators who brought the story to life through news bulletins, police reports and multiple points of view that made it feel frighteningly real. The production alone deserves a round of applause.
The story digs into the underbelly of online life from manipulative online forums, dangerous ideas and how fragile identity and morality can become behind a screen. It’s dark, twisty and intense. I often found myself asking ‘how does Ashley even come up with this level of crazy?’ until I remembered she didn’t make it all up. It really happens. That’s the truly terrifying part.
This story had as many controversial topics as it did twists and turns. From gender misogyny, narcissism, gun violence and the heartbreaking guilt placed upon the mother, it was a very large reality check at how a young life can be so dramatically changed by life experiences and the views and influence of others. As a parent especially it’s not easy listening but it is essential.
If you want a gripping, thought provoking thriller that makes you side eye every online interaction and question your digital footprint, this one’s for you. Think The Mires by Tina Makereti but with a tech noir twist.
Vibes: Dark Web Drama, Tech Thriller
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Ashley Kalagian Blunt has officially cemented her status as the queen of dark web thrillers. If Dark Mode gave you the creeps in all the right ways (5 stars from me ⭐️) then Like, Follow, Die takes that unease and turns it all the way up.
This Audible exclusive was perfectly timed as I decided to dive back into fiction audio. It came complete with a full cast of narrators who brought the story to life through news bulletins, police reports and multiple points of view that made it feel frighteningly real. The production alone deserves a round of applause.
The story digs into the underbelly of online life from manipulative online forums, dangerous ideas and how fragile identity and morality can become behind a screen. It’s dark, twisty and intense. I often found myself asking ‘how does Ashley even come up with this level of crazy?’ until I remembered she didn’t make it all up. It really happens. That’s the truly terrifying part.
This story had as many controversial topics as it did twists and turns. From gender misogyny, narcissism, gun violence and the heartbreaking guilt placed upon the mother, it was a very large reality check at how a young life can be so dramatically changed by life experiences and the views and influence of others. As a parent especially it’s not easy listening but it is essential.
If you want a gripping, thought provoking thriller that makes you side eye every online interaction and question your digital footprint, this one’s for you. Think The Mires by Tina Makereti but with a tech noir twist.
March 14, 2026
This book had me in a constant state of unease - And I was absolutely loving it for that!
You will question your digital footprint, your online interactions, the fear of who are we really talking to. This book dives into the dark underbelly of online forums, manipulative and dangerous narratives targeted to influence others mindset and views.
I loved the audible exclusive narration of this book, it's a whole production with new bulletins, police reporting and procedures gave it that gritty edge of.... this feels so real, it kept me in that heightened state of tension.
That first knock on Mother Corinne's door, the detectives questioning begins there is an ominous looming cloud that builds as more of the story unfolds of the actions leading up to what happened.
I loved the raw emotion in this book, the empathy shown from the Detective as he listens to Corinne her struggles to understand her child Ben. The different perspectives we get from all three kept me invested in the characters. This book was confronting, emotive, compassionate and written in a way that felt so realistic especially for todays social media landscape.
You will question your digital footprint, your online interactions, the fear of who are we really talking to. This book dives into the dark underbelly of online forums, manipulative and dangerous narratives targeted to influence others mindset and views.
I loved the audible exclusive narration of this book, it's a whole production with new bulletins, police reporting and procedures gave it that gritty edge of.... this feels so real, it kept me in that heightened state of tension.
That first knock on Mother Corinne's door, the detectives questioning begins there is an ominous looming cloud that builds as more of the story unfolds of the actions leading up to what happened.
I loved the raw emotion in this book, the empathy shown from the Detective as he listens to Corinne her struggles to understand her child Ben. The different perspectives we get from all three kept me invested in the characters. This book was confronting, emotive, compassionate and written in a way that felt so realistic especially for todays social media landscape.
June 3, 2025
Like, Follow, Die echoes the sharp lens of Ashley’s bestseller Dark Mode, delving deep into the growing concerns around online misogynistic groups, and the chilling impact these forces can have on today's impressionable youth.
The journal chapters, written by Ben between the ages of 12 and 19, are especially haunting. You can hear the shift in his voice as he ages, each entry pulling you further into the unravelling mind of a lonely and struggling teen. The emotional descent feels disturbingly real and lends weight to the theory that the more isolated someone feels, the easier they are to manipulate. It pushes readers to consider a compelling third factor in the age-old Nature vs. Nurture debate: Influence, particularly that of the digital world.
Detective Kyle Nazarian’s chapters play the pivotal role of grounding the narrative in a procedural reality. Amid the psychological tension and converging timelines, these chapters serve as a reminder that at the root of the story lies a chilling unsolved double murder. The investigation threads suspense throughout, keeping the reader guessing, and doubting, at every turn.
When the bombshell dropped two-thirds of the way through, it left me breathless. I won’t spoil it, but it taps into one of my deepest fears. It also changed the trajectory of the story from this point forward.
If this book makes you uncomfortable, it’s because the threat is very real. As a mother of a teenage son, I felt an almost primal urge to audit his digital life after listening to it. I felt myself deeply empathising with Corrine, even when her actions and choices challenged my sense of morality. That’s the power of Ashley’s writing, it tugs at your conscience and evokes emotions you didn’t expect to confront. If one thing had been different, would it have changed everything?
It should come as no surprise that I binge-listened to this on release day. The cast and audio production was phenomenal, and I may have just sent my play-by-play reactions to Ashley as the day progressed 🤣.
It's an easy 5 stars from this Front Row Bandit 🙌🏼
The journal chapters, written by Ben between the ages of 12 and 19, are especially haunting. You can hear the shift in his voice as he ages, each entry pulling you further into the unravelling mind of a lonely and struggling teen. The emotional descent feels disturbingly real and lends weight to the theory that the more isolated someone feels, the easier they are to manipulate. It pushes readers to consider a compelling third factor in the age-old Nature vs. Nurture debate: Influence, particularly that of the digital world.
Detective Kyle Nazarian’s chapters play the pivotal role of grounding the narrative in a procedural reality. Amid the psychological tension and converging timelines, these chapters serve as a reminder that at the root of the story lies a chilling unsolved double murder. The investigation threads suspense throughout, keeping the reader guessing, and doubting, at every turn.
When the bombshell dropped two-thirds of the way through, it left me breathless. I won’t spoil it, but it taps into one of my deepest fears. It also changed the trajectory of the story from this point forward.
If this book makes you uncomfortable, it’s because the threat is very real. As a mother of a teenage son, I felt an almost primal urge to audit his digital life after listening to it. I felt myself deeply empathising with Corrine, even when her actions and choices challenged my sense of morality. That’s the power of Ashley’s writing, it tugs at your conscience and evokes emotions you didn’t expect to confront. If one thing had been different, would it have changed everything?
It should come as no surprise that I binge-listened to this on release day. The cast and audio production was phenomenal, and I may have just sent my play-by-play reactions to Ashley as the day progressed 🤣.
It's an easy 5 stars from this Front Row Bandit 🙌🏼
February 28, 2026
Like Follow Die is my first read from the author, and this one honestly broke my heart into pieces. It’s beautifully written, quietly powerful, full of lessons about parenting, depression, and the very real risks that social media and the online world can have on our mental health. I went in not knowing what to expect because it leans more toward crime than my usual thriller picks, but I still found myself deeply invested. The characters were so well-developed that I couldn’t help but feel attached, especially to Corrine and Benjamin Gray, the mother-and-son duo whose relationship is as complex as it is heartbreaking. The author really gave them justice.
The story unfolds through interviews, alternating perspectives, police evidence, and journal entries. All these pieces connect so seamlessly that the plot feels grounded and intentional. Even though I enjoyed the book overall, I couldn’t shake the heaviness I felt for Corrine and Ben, their ups and downs, their misunderstandings, and the emotional weight they carried throughout the story.
What I Enjoyed:
1. Delicately discussed depression and anxiety which were handled with care.
2. Parenting journey portrayed with honesty, realistic, and respectful.
3. Very timely themes especially in today’s world where online pressure is constant.
What Sort of Felt Off:
1. Corrine’s naivety at times (some decisions didn’t sit right with me from the beginning).
2. Heavy themes (extreme misogyny may be overwhelming for some readers).
3. Emotional overload (everything hits hard and all at once, which can be intense).
Ratings Breakdown:
• Setting: 4⭐️
• Characters: 5⭐️
• Writing: 5⭐️
• Message: 5⭐️
• Overall: 5⭐️
In summary, this is a highly recommended crime novel for readers who enjoyed the Netflix series Adolescence. It’s powerful, emotional, and leaves a mark long after you close the book. What are you waiting for? Go grab a copy! Huge thanks to @ultimopress and @akalagianblunt for my copy - my thoughts are entirely my own.
~JaNnA~
The story unfolds through interviews, alternating perspectives, police evidence, and journal entries. All these pieces connect so seamlessly that the plot feels grounded and intentional. Even though I enjoyed the book overall, I couldn’t shake the heaviness I felt for Corrine and Ben, their ups and downs, their misunderstandings, and the emotional weight they carried throughout the story.
What I Enjoyed:
1. Delicately discussed depression and anxiety which were handled with care.
2. Parenting journey portrayed with honesty, realistic, and respectful.
3. Very timely themes especially in today’s world where online pressure is constant.
What Sort of Felt Off:
1. Corrine’s naivety at times (some decisions didn’t sit right with me from the beginning).
2. Heavy themes (extreme misogyny may be overwhelming for some readers).
3. Emotional overload (everything hits hard and all at once, which can be intense).
Ratings Breakdown:
• Setting: 4⭐️
• Characters: 5⭐️
• Writing: 5⭐️
• Message: 5⭐️
• Overall: 5⭐️
In summary, this is a highly recommended crime novel for readers who enjoyed the Netflix series Adolescence. It’s powerful, emotional, and leaves a mark long after you close the book. What are you waiting for? Go grab a copy! Huge thanks to @ultimopress and @akalagianblunt for my copy - my thoughts are entirely my own.
~JaNnA~
March 19, 2026
After recently flying through Dark Mode, I had a feeling I was in for something great with Like, Follow, Die — and it absolutely delivered.
This was such a compelling and unsettling read. The story follows Corinne, whose life is turned upside down when a detective arrives at her door with questions about her teenage son. From there the novel slowly unravels how a smart, promising young boy could end up drawn into dangerous online spaces and extremist thinking.
What made this so gripping for me was the structure. The present-day conversation between Corinne and the detective unfolds over a single day, while Ben’s journals gradually reveal the path that led him there. Watching that slow progression — and the subtle ways online influence can take hold — was genuinely chilling.
Ashley Kalagian Blunt tackles some incredibly relevant themes around social media, online communities and the ways young people can be influenced by the digital spaces they inhabit. It’s confronting, thought-provoking and disturbingly plausible.
This was a smart, powerful thriller that stayed with me long after I finished it.
Also a fun milestone for me — this happened to be my 70th book read this year, and it was a fantastic one to hit that mark with.
This was such a compelling and unsettling read. The story follows Corinne, whose life is turned upside down when a detective arrives at her door with questions about her teenage son. From there the novel slowly unravels how a smart, promising young boy could end up drawn into dangerous online spaces and extremist thinking.
What made this so gripping for me was the structure. The present-day conversation between Corinne and the detective unfolds over a single day, while Ben’s journals gradually reveal the path that led him there. Watching that slow progression — and the subtle ways online influence can take hold — was genuinely chilling.
Ashley Kalagian Blunt tackles some incredibly relevant themes around social media, online communities and the ways young people can be influenced by the digital spaces they inhabit. It’s confronting, thought-provoking and disturbingly plausible.
This was a smart, powerful thriller that stayed with me long after I finished it.
Also a fun milestone for me — this happened to be my 70th book read this year, and it was a fantastic one to hit that mark with.
March 4, 2026
Ashley Kalagian Blunt maintains her success with her next bookbuster.
A dark, powerful and fascinating plot, a cast of suspicious characters both create an eerie and disturbing atmosphere.
A book that is so realistic it could be that family right next door.
Benjamin Gray is your normal teen, doing good at school, has his first girlfriend and looking for work but as time passes something bleak is taking over.
He’s been enticed into the dark web.
Detective Kyle Nazarian arrives at the Gray home wanting to discuss him with his mother Corinne.
This is good as Corinne wants to tell his story.
Kyle is also dealing with personal issues and being the new cop on the block.
What happens next will blow your mind.
Overall I really enjoyed the book and I was taken by surprise by the twist and the ending.
This is steady paced for the first half and there’s a lot going on in the beginning
but please persevere because it all makes sense and comes together smartly.
There’s a few controversial issues here which makes this story more relevant and authentic.
Ashley has firmly established her position in the bestselling noir genre.
A conversation starter read and thought provoking thriller.
A dark, powerful and fascinating plot, a cast of suspicious characters both create an eerie and disturbing atmosphere.
A book that is so realistic it could be that family right next door.
Benjamin Gray is your normal teen, doing good at school, has his first girlfriend and looking for work but as time passes something bleak is taking over.
He’s been enticed into the dark web.
Detective Kyle Nazarian arrives at the Gray home wanting to discuss him with his mother Corinne.
This is good as Corinne wants to tell his story.
Kyle is also dealing with personal issues and being the new cop on the block.
What happens next will blow your mind.
Overall I really enjoyed the book and I was taken by surprise by the twist and the ending.
This is steady paced for the first half and there’s a lot going on in the beginning
but please persevere because it all makes sense and comes together smartly.
There’s a few controversial issues here which makes this story more relevant and authentic.
Ashley has firmly established her position in the bestselling noir genre.
A conversation starter read and thought provoking thriller.
July 9, 2025
Wow! Like, Follow, Die has truly placed Ashleigh onto my list of my auto-buy authors!
As with her highly acclaimed previous novel, Dark Mode , Kalagian Blunt once again deep dives into the chilling world of social media and online influencers. She doesn't hold back on the scary truths, drawing real life inspiration from crimes committed and stories of people who have been radicalised in one way or another. It is a sad story of how quickly our youth can be influenced and manipulated online.
I especially loved the journal entry chapters. It showed how Ben's thinking and attitude changed over the course of his teenage years and how different things in his life unfortunately, and unbeknownst to his mother, slowly pushed him into this dark world looking for online gratification and cementing his beliefs and finally his actions.
As with her highly acclaimed previous novel, Dark Mode , Kalagian Blunt once again deep dives into the chilling world of social media and online influencers. She doesn't hold back on the scary truths, drawing real life inspiration from crimes committed and stories of people who have been radicalised in one way or another. It is a sad story of how quickly our youth can be influenced and manipulated online.
I especially loved the journal entry chapters. It showed how Ben's thinking and attitude changed over the course of his teenage years and how different things in his life unfortunately, and unbeknownst to his mother, slowly pushed him into this dark world looking for online gratification and cementing his beliefs and finally his actions.
February 25, 2026
I loved this book from start to finish. I genuinely couldn’t put it down and read it until my eyes felt like they were about to start bleeding.
It made me angry, sad and frustrated in equal measure. Some scenes had my heart racing and my jaw clenched.
Set against the world of influencers and the dangerously impressionable minds of young boys, it dives straight into the pull of the manosphere. It’s unsettling because it doesn’t feel far-fetched. It feels close. It feels possible. And not just possible; it’s happening right now, in real time, in the online voices shaping boys before we even realise it.
As a parent (and as a mum of two boys), this one lingers. It makes you ask the uncomfortable questions' what more could we be doing? Where could we get it wrong? And how far would we go to protect our kids?
This book doesn’t just tell a story. It sparks a conversation you can’t ignore.
It made me angry, sad and frustrated in equal measure. Some scenes had my heart racing and my jaw clenched.
Set against the world of influencers and the dangerously impressionable minds of young boys, it dives straight into the pull of the manosphere. It’s unsettling because it doesn’t feel far-fetched. It feels close. It feels possible. And not just possible; it’s happening right now, in real time, in the online voices shaping boys before we even realise it.
As a parent (and as a mum of two boys), this one lingers. It makes you ask the uncomfortable questions' what more could we be doing? Where could we get it wrong? And how far would we go to protect our kids?
This book doesn’t just tell a story. It sparks a conversation you can’t ignore.
June 3, 2025
Ashley Kalagian Blunt never ceases to amaze me! I binge-listened to this one on release day! It is brilliant! Very powerful... The narrators were fantastic too. An easy five star from me!!
June 23, 2025
I’m really not sure how I feel about this book. It has quite the plot twist. It shows a good picture of how complex life can be. How sometimes our best laid plans come to ruin. This book shows how important empathy is and how important it is to support and care for one another. This book also shines a much-needed light on very real issues like hateful ideologies, violence, the Armenian genocide, and the how easy it is to be influenced by the what we see online. The best quote in this book was that “Violence echoes across generations.” Violent or not, our actions don’t end with us, and that’s something I’ll think on for a very long time.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 20, 2025
Book 100 for the year! 🙌 and what a goodie! I've been waiting to read an Ashley Kalagian Blunt novel and after signing back up with Audible, I knew I just had to do the audiobook of Like, Follow, Die.
The book is about Corinne, a single mother of a teenage boy, Ben, who has been preyed upon by influential members of an online community. In Corinne's desperation for justice, she is elated when young detective Kyle Nazarian knocks on her door desperate for information. What unfolds is a creepy, dark look at what lies in the darkest corners of the internet and a mother's undying love for her treasured son.
The audio was very well done. Featuring prominent Australian actors Claudia Karvan and Ryan Corr, it was an amazing production. Incorporating various voices for Ben's diary entries, breaking news stories etc it had it all. I think this book is a must listen experience, however I just saw the physical book is also being released next year! With the title, I was thinking it was going to more into the social media side of things so I was a little thrown, and I still can't figure out completely whose fault it all was 🤔 a very morally complex read and scary being the Mum of 3 young boys 🫣 I am excited to dive into Dark Mode and Cold Truth now!
The book is about Corinne, a single mother of a teenage boy, Ben, who has been preyed upon by influential members of an online community. In Corinne's desperation for justice, she is elated when young detective Kyle Nazarian knocks on her door desperate for information. What unfolds is a creepy, dark look at what lies in the darkest corners of the internet and a mother's undying love for her treasured son.
The audio was very well done. Featuring prominent Australian actors Claudia Karvan and Ryan Corr, it was an amazing production. Incorporating various voices for Ben's diary entries, breaking news stories etc it had it all. I think this book is a must listen experience, however I just saw the physical book is also being released next year! With the title, I was thinking it was going to more into the social media side of things so I was a little thrown, and I still can't figure out completely whose fault it all was 🤔 a very morally complex read and scary being the Mum of 3 young boys 🫣 I am excited to dive into Dark Mode and Cold Truth now!
March 6, 2026
Wow Ashley. Wow.
This was chilling. It was topical. It was relevant. It was frightening.
When Detective Kyle Nazarian knocks on Corinne Gray's door and asks to talk about her son Ben and what he did, Corinne is prepared to talk. She wants people to know what happened to Ben. Why it happened and who was responsible. What she tells Kyle is bone chilling.
I was gripped by the two stories running through this book - what Corinne is telling Kyle about her son, his upbringing and the reasons behind what he did that has made her the most hated woman in Australia, and the murders of two men and how they could possibly be related. I love the way this was written. I loved trying to work out how it all fit together. I loved how there were parts of the story that were held back. It had me wondering - what did Benjamin Gray do??
Through Corinne's story and the journal entries of her son Ben, it's eye opening to see how easy it is for parents to miss signs that their child is starting to fall through the cracks. How do you know when to monitor their every move and what they are accessing online, or give them space and assume it's all ok. I think most parents think that it's on Tik Tok. Can't be that bad surely? It's on You Tube so it must be ok.
In Like Follow Die Ashley gives us all another worthy lesson on the dangers of the internet. Who lurks there waiting for fresh prey. How easy it is to come across these messages that are so dangerous to young minds.
Fun fact! While I know the gorgeous Claudia Karvan was Corrine in the audio of this book, in my mind Corinne was Sally Field!
This was chilling. It was topical. It was relevant. It was frightening.
When Detective Kyle Nazarian knocks on Corinne Gray's door and asks to talk about her son Ben and what he did, Corinne is prepared to talk. She wants people to know what happened to Ben. Why it happened and who was responsible. What she tells Kyle is bone chilling.
I was gripped by the two stories running through this book - what Corinne is telling Kyle about her son, his upbringing and the reasons behind what he did that has made her the most hated woman in Australia, and the murders of two men and how they could possibly be related. I love the way this was written. I loved trying to work out how it all fit together. I loved how there were parts of the story that were held back. It had me wondering - what did Benjamin Gray do??
Through Corinne's story and the journal entries of her son Ben, it's eye opening to see how easy it is for parents to miss signs that their child is starting to fall through the cracks. How do you know when to monitor their every move and what they are accessing online, or give them space and assume it's all ok. I think most parents think that it's on Tik Tok. Can't be that bad surely? It's on You Tube so it must be ok.
In Like Follow Die Ashley gives us all another worthy lesson on the dangers of the internet. Who lurks there waiting for fresh prey. How easy it is to come across these messages that are so dangerous to young minds.
Fun fact! While I know the gorgeous Claudia Karvan was Corrine in the audio of this book, in my mind Corinne was Sally Field!
March 20, 2026
This author is consistently good, so I was excited to find this out at the library.
This book follows a few different characters, a recently hired detective, the mother of a boy who has been caught up in a scandal and the boy himself, Ben, who we get to know through diary entries. I don’t want to say too much, although I will give a trigger warning about incels being a topic in this book.
I really liked how this examined all sides and “faults”. I did feel that Ben’s mother had been selfish having him, but was she truly to blame for how things turned out. She couldn’t have foreseen it. Was Ben evil or was it outside influence. Just a really interesting and thought provoking book.
This book follows a few different characters, a recently hired detective, the mother of a boy who has been caught up in a scandal and the boy himself, Ben, who we get to know through diary entries. I don’t want to say too much, although I will give a trigger warning about incels being a topic in this book.
I really liked how this examined all sides and “faults”. I did feel that Ben’s mother had been selfish having him, but was she truly to blame for how things turned out. She couldn’t have foreseen it. Was Ben evil or was it outside influence. Just a really interesting and thought provoking book.
October 15, 2025
One of my fave books of the year. Listened via audible as paperback isn’t released until 2026. I normally dislike audiobooks but this was great. Voice actors were really good and the writing is superb. Could see it play out in my mind. Binged it over a few days. Absolutely love this author and think this is her best yet
November 10, 2025
I will read anything Ashley writes, so when Like, Follow, Die came out as an audiobook I had to give it a shot. I didn’t want to miss out or wait for the book and I’m so glad I did it because it was incredible!! And yes, this is my first audio book and I really enjoyed it!
So twisty, dark and disturbing. I don’t want to give anything away but it’s so confronting and a real eye opener. So powerful and really gets you thinking about online communities and the dark side of the internet.
The twists got me good, holy moly they were shocking. Ben’s diary entries were really well written and they set the scene so well! The narrators were amazing, they really made the listening very easy and quite gripping.
Even though this is a psychological thriller, I still shed a tear. As a parent, this really packed a punch.
I highly recommend this audiobook and I can’t wait to read the book when it’s out too!
So twisty, dark and disturbing. I don’t want to give anything away but it’s so confronting and a real eye opener. So powerful and really gets you thinking about online communities and the dark side of the internet.
The twists got me good, holy moly they were shocking. Ben’s diary entries were really well written and they set the scene so well! The narrators were amazing, they really made the listening very easy and quite gripping.
Even though this is a psychological thriller, I still shed a tear. As a parent, this really packed a punch.
I highly recommend this audiobook and I can’t wait to read the book when it’s out too!
June 5, 2025
Oh My Goodness Ashley has done it again. 😱
Like Follow Die is the latest tech noir from Ashley, & has been released exclusively on audible and narrated by Claudia Karvan, Laurence Boxhall, Ryan Corr and a full cast.
Like Follow Die hits very close to home, especially if you are a parent. It makes you sit up & pay attention. It makes you question your parenting style & wonder if you’d pick up the signs of your child being influenced online. Ashley has a way of putting these tech issues in the forefront of your mind, & force difficult conversations around the dinner table.
Whilst I predicted a couple of twists, my jaw still hit the floor multiple times towards the end as the story unravelled and the true impact of one lost little boy was revealed.
If you loved Dark Mode, this is for you! It’s a continuation of the reality of the internet. Highly recommend!
The audible cast were amazing - I loved the different narrators for different characters & the way Ashley intertwined police and news interviews.
All the stars for you my friend 👏🏻 I can’t wait to see what you come up with next.
Like Follow Die is the latest tech noir from Ashley, & has been released exclusively on audible and narrated by Claudia Karvan, Laurence Boxhall, Ryan Corr and a full cast.
Like Follow Die hits very close to home, especially if you are a parent. It makes you sit up & pay attention. It makes you question your parenting style & wonder if you’d pick up the signs of your child being influenced online. Ashley has a way of putting these tech issues in the forefront of your mind, & force difficult conversations around the dinner table.
Whilst I predicted a couple of twists, my jaw still hit the floor multiple times towards the end as the story unravelled and the true impact of one lost little boy was revealed.
If you loved Dark Mode, this is for you! It’s a continuation of the reality of the internet. Highly recommend!
The audible cast were amazing - I loved the different narrators for different characters & the way Ashley intertwined police and news interviews.
All the stars for you my friend 👏🏻 I can’t wait to see what you come up with next.
June 9, 2025
Should you need an @audible_au audio book please look no further, this gripping story will have you hanging on the edge of your seat right to the very end. I adored Dark Mode and it was awesome to see the little overlap.
This psychological thriller is told in two time lines and explores not only the darkest parts of the internet, but narcissistic and misogynistic men (yuck)@akalagianblunt absolutely nailed this audio which is narrated by no other than @karvanclaudia , Laurence Boxhall, Ryan Corr and more.
About the book, Corinne Gray’s life is falling apart. When probationary detective Kyle Nazarian turns up on her doorstep one rainy morning, she knows exactly why he’s there. He wants to talk about her son, Ben. This is her chance to finally explain how her gentle, history-loving boy with dreams of Olympic gold ended up doing something unthinkable. What really happened to Ben? And could it have been stopped?
Desperate for justice, Corinne has devoted herself to uncovering the sinister people behind her son’s actions and the shadowy online spaces that exploit vulnerable young people. Kyle, meanwhile, is dealing with personal turmoil of his own, both at home and on the job. As he gets drawn into Corinne’s world, he’s torn between his duty as a detective and his growing sympathy for a mother desperate for answers. How far is he willing to go to help her?
This psychological thriller is told in two time lines and explores not only the darkest parts of the internet, but narcissistic and misogynistic men (yuck)@akalagianblunt absolutely nailed this audio which is narrated by no other than @karvanclaudia , Laurence Boxhall, Ryan Corr and more.
About the book, Corinne Gray’s life is falling apart. When probationary detective Kyle Nazarian turns up on her doorstep one rainy morning, she knows exactly why he’s there. He wants to talk about her son, Ben. This is her chance to finally explain how her gentle, history-loving boy with dreams of Olympic gold ended up doing something unthinkable. What really happened to Ben? And could it have been stopped?
Desperate for justice, Corinne has devoted herself to uncovering the sinister people behind her son’s actions and the shadowy online spaces that exploit vulnerable young people. Kyle, meanwhile, is dealing with personal turmoil of his own, both at home and on the job. As he gets drawn into Corinne’s world, he’s torn between his duty as a detective and his growing sympathy for a mother desperate for answers. How far is he willing to go to help her?
June 18, 2025
4 🌟
Where do I start? I hated every minute of this book down to my core... but that was the point. The author shines a light on how quickly things can escalate when nobody knows what you do in the dark. Misogyny in its most dangerous form.
What happens when an impressionable young man finds himself slowly withdrawing from his mother and blaming her for everything he perceives to be wrong with his life. What happens when that impressionable young man finds himself in group chats and reddit threads that lead him to social media personalities that promote misogyny and hatred against women. All but solidifying his opinion that his mother ruined his life. And how far down the rabbithole will he go before ultimately making deadly life altering decisions.
Who will society blame? The young man? The mother? Social media? The men who slowly groomed him into his extreme thinking? Is their a true right or wrong? Or is this where we should look to the gray areas?
Honestly, the title needs some work. But this is a book that will make you think, and it will make you wonder how many real-life stories like this have already happened? And how many more will come?
Where do I start? I hated every minute of this book down to my core... but that was the point. The author shines a light on how quickly things can escalate when nobody knows what you do in the dark. Misogyny in its most dangerous form.
What happens when an impressionable young man finds himself slowly withdrawing from his mother and blaming her for everything he perceives to be wrong with his life. What happens when that impressionable young man finds himself in group chats and reddit threads that lead him to social media personalities that promote misogyny and hatred against women. All but solidifying his opinion that his mother ruined his life. And how far down the rabbithole will he go before ultimately making deadly life altering decisions.
Who will society blame? The young man? The mother? Social media? The men who slowly groomed him into his extreme thinking? Is their a true right or wrong? Or is this where we should look to the gray areas?
Honestly, the title needs some work. But this is a book that will make you think, and it will make you wonder how many real-life stories like this have already happened? And how many more will come?
September 16, 2025
I have read both Dark Mode and Cold Truth by this author and really enjoyed them both, so I was excited to see she had a new story coming out.
I’m not a big audiobook person but as this is only released on audiobook i decided to give it a go, I loved it.
The narrators were wonderful and the characters had me hooked. This is a very relevant storyline in regard to the young men of today and some of the less than ideal people they may look up to and the ideologies they spout to anyone who will listen.
It had twists and turns, I was gripped and unable to stop listening for the last dozen or so chapters.
If you are looking for a dark thriller that exposes today’s worst sections of society then you will enjoy this.
I’m not a big audiobook person but as this is only released on audiobook i decided to give it a go, I loved it.
The narrators were wonderful and the characters had me hooked. This is a very relevant storyline in regard to the young men of today and some of the less than ideal people they may look up to and the ideologies they spout to anyone who will listen.
It had twists and turns, I was gripped and unable to stop listening for the last dozen or so chapters.
If you are looking for a dark thriller that exposes today’s worst sections of society then you will enjoy this.
August 11, 2025
3.5/5 rounded up to 4.
The Red Pill is cancer and the Manosphere is poisoning the minds of young impressionable boys, fueling misogyny and violence against women.
Do you need me to say it again louder for the incels in the back?
Watch the Adolescence mini-series on Netflix for an excellent portrayal of the issue
The Red Pill is cancer and the Manosphere is poisoning the minds of young impressionable boys, fueling misogyny and violence against women.
Do you need me to say it again louder for the incels in the back?
Watch the Adolescence mini-series on Netflix for an excellent portrayal of the issue
March 11, 2026
I went into this already knowing I enjoyed reading from Ashley after reading Dark Mode last year, but this one completely blew me away. Easily a 5 star read for me, and exactly the kind of book that reminds me why I love stories that don’t just entertain, but actually make you think.
This is such a well executed narrative that explores the darker side of the internet, online spaces, and how easily people can be manipulated when they feel isolated, angry, or desperate to belong. What makes this story so unsettling is how real it feels. Nothing here seems far-fetched, and that’s what makes it hit so hard.
One of the things I appreciated most was how the book looks at nature vs nurture, and the basic human need to feel accepted as part of a community. When someone grows up feeling like they don’t quite fit anywhere, how far can that search for belonging push them? And how much of who we become is shaped by the environment we grow up in?
The story also touches on class divide and the illusion of privilege, which I found really interesting. What’s the point of living in an affluent suburb if you still feel like you’re at the bottom of the ladder? That constant pressure to keep up appearances, to belong somewhere you don’t quite fit, adds another layer of tension that felt very true to life. Benjamin’s situation, especially after losing Cheddar, really highlighted how fragile that sense of stability can be.
I also found Kyle’s Armenian heritage a really thoughtful inclusion. His moments of hesitation and fear of repercussions seem to echo a deeper generational history, a quiet nod to the lasting impact of past atrocities and displacement. It’s never the focus of the story, but it adds a layer of authenticity that makes the characters feel more real and reminds us how history can still influence the present in subtle ways.
There are also some really thought-provoking questions around parenting, responsibility, and the choices adults make, particularly when it comes to raising a child while trying to maintain a career, status, or independence. The book doesn’t tell you what to think, but it definitely makes you ask uncomfortable questions about what children actually need versus what we convince ourselves is enough.
What I loved most is that this book tackles so many polarising real-world issues, yet it never feels preachy or confrontational. Ashley presents everything in a way that invites conversation rather than conflict, which makes it perfect for book club discussions, and I honestly cannot wait to talk about this one at our March meeting.
If you’ve seen my pinned star rating guide on my Bookstagram page you’ll know I hold books in the highest regard when they challenge the way we see the world, explore important real-life topics, and still manage to be gripping and fast paced. This book did all of that while keeping the psychological tension high from start to finish.
Disturbing, thought-provoking, and incredibly relevant. Definitely one of my favourite reads so far this year! I also look forward to listening to the audio book version too!
This is such a well executed narrative that explores the darker side of the internet, online spaces, and how easily people can be manipulated when they feel isolated, angry, or desperate to belong. What makes this story so unsettling is how real it feels. Nothing here seems far-fetched, and that’s what makes it hit so hard.
One of the things I appreciated most was how the book looks at nature vs nurture, and the basic human need to feel accepted as part of a community. When someone grows up feeling like they don’t quite fit anywhere, how far can that search for belonging push them? And how much of who we become is shaped by the environment we grow up in?
The story also touches on class divide and the illusion of privilege, which I found really interesting. What’s the point of living in an affluent suburb if you still feel like you’re at the bottom of the ladder? That constant pressure to keep up appearances, to belong somewhere you don’t quite fit, adds another layer of tension that felt very true to life. Benjamin’s situation, especially after losing Cheddar, really highlighted how fragile that sense of stability can be.
I also found Kyle’s Armenian heritage a really thoughtful inclusion. His moments of hesitation and fear of repercussions seem to echo a deeper generational history, a quiet nod to the lasting impact of past atrocities and displacement. It’s never the focus of the story, but it adds a layer of authenticity that makes the characters feel more real and reminds us how history can still influence the present in subtle ways.
There are also some really thought-provoking questions around parenting, responsibility, and the choices adults make, particularly when it comes to raising a child while trying to maintain a career, status, or independence. The book doesn’t tell you what to think, but it definitely makes you ask uncomfortable questions about what children actually need versus what we convince ourselves is enough.
What I loved most is that this book tackles so many polarising real-world issues, yet it never feels preachy or confrontational. Ashley presents everything in a way that invites conversation rather than conflict, which makes it perfect for book club discussions, and I honestly cannot wait to talk about this one at our March meeting.
If you’ve seen my pinned star rating guide on my Bookstagram page you’ll know I hold books in the highest regard when they challenge the way we see the world, explore important real-life topics, and still manage to be gripping and fast paced. This book did all of that while keeping the psychological tension high from start to finish.
Disturbing, thought-provoking, and incredibly relevant. Definitely one of my favourite reads so far this year! I also look forward to listening to the audio book version too!
August 30, 2025
Corinne Gray is a woman whose life is falling apart. When probationary detective Kyle Nazarian unexpectedly knocks on her door, she knows he wants to talk about her son, Ben. Her sweet-natured child – who loved history and dreamed of swimming for Olympic Gold – grew up to do the unthinkable. Desperate for justice, Corinne has poured herself into uncovering the sinister figures behind her son's actions and the shadowy online communities that prey on vulnerable young people.
I was so glad I caught this Audible Original. I’d say this would even be worth getting a trial account if you didn’t have any audible membership. Since this was especially produced for audio format, it came with multimedia format incorporating ‘news’ and ‘interviews’. The multi-cast narrators really acted the scenes perfectly.
The story itself was solid. I can say this was now my favourite Ashley Kalagian Blunt book. There was no lull in the pacing - the suspense, the character designs, the dialogues and the beats were on point. Just like other books by the author, this was also a techno-thriller, tackling the issue of extreme influencing and the impact to vulnerable young minds. Another realistic digital-age thriller, this one was scarily close to the truth.
As usual, Ashley’s author’s notes highlighted the plot idea and background research. She tied everything together including touching on the topic of crossovers with her other books. Highly recommended if you have read Blunt’s other books, or if you love techno thrillers in general!
See my bookstagram review.
I was so glad I caught this Audible Original. I’d say this would even be worth getting a trial account if you didn’t have any audible membership. Since this was especially produced for audio format, it came with multimedia format incorporating ‘news’ and ‘interviews’. The multi-cast narrators really acted the scenes perfectly.
The story itself was solid. I can say this was now my favourite Ashley Kalagian Blunt book. There was no lull in the pacing - the suspense, the character designs, the dialogues and the beats were on point. Just like other books by the author, this was also a techno-thriller, tackling the issue of extreme influencing and the impact to vulnerable young minds. Another realistic digital-age thriller, this one was scarily close to the truth.
As usual, Ashley’s author’s notes highlighted the plot idea and background research. She tied everything together including touching on the topic of crossovers with her other books. Highly recommended if you have read Blunt’s other books, or if you love techno thrillers in general!
See my bookstagram review.
March 9, 2026
This isn’t your typical crime fiction it is emotional, empathetic, and deep. While the story and characters are fictional some aspects of the novel are based on true events.
I honestly didn’t expect this book to be like this, diving in for my classic quick crime/thriller reads I usually do, it left me thinking a lot. The whole topic of the ‘alpha media’ has been a growing issue you see effecting men and women on social media lately, so reading it in a story felt uncomfortable, but that’s the point the whole topic itself is uncomfortable, it’s problematic. But it needs to be spoken about in one way or another and I do believe this novel with its different perspectives shines an insightful light on it all despite it being fiction.
I also just love reading novels based in Australia, it feels more personal that way and the touch of the authors Armenian background and history really ties in that personal effect.
I think if you’re going in for a quick thriller read you won’t necessarily find that here just because the book is a little slow at the start, but the story was so interesting and captivating you just have to keep reading till the end.
I honestly didn’t expect this book to be like this, diving in for my classic quick crime/thriller reads I usually do, it left me thinking a lot. The whole topic of the ‘alpha media’ has been a growing issue you see effecting men and women on social media lately, so reading it in a story felt uncomfortable, but that’s the point the whole topic itself is uncomfortable, it’s problematic. But it needs to be spoken about in one way or another and I do believe this novel with its different perspectives shines an insightful light on it all despite it being fiction.
I also just love reading novels based in Australia, it feels more personal that way and the touch of the authors Armenian background and history really ties in that personal effect.
I think if you’re going in for a quick thriller read you won’t necessarily find that here just because the book is a little slow at the start, but the story was so interesting and captivating you just have to keep reading till the end.
March 23, 2026
At the heart of it, Like, Follow, Die is about a mum who's doing her best, a son who got caught up in something bad and a cop just trying to find justice amongst beauracy.
Ashley Blunt has once again reminded us that the internet can be a dark and dangerous place. Whilst reading this all I could think of the social media ban for under 16's here in Australia. If the events in this book was played out in this day and age, Ben possibly wouldn't have been exposed.
From the moment that police knocked on Corrine's door, I knew that this was going to be epic. How did one boy who was once interested in history, loved his dog and had aspirations on becoming an Olympic swimmer turn into a monster?
This is one chilling tale, one that could easily turn true crime podcasters into rating phenomenons.
At first, you're unaware how the journal of a boy and two murders could be connected. After you piece it together, comes some other surprises. Ones that just exist to shock you.
Honestly, I still can't tell if there were any survivors with this one.
4.75 🌟
Ashley Blunt has once again reminded us that the internet can be a dark and dangerous place. Whilst reading this all I could think of the social media ban for under 16's here in Australia. If the events in this book was played out in this day and age, Ben possibly wouldn't have been exposed.
From the moment that police knocked on Corrine's door, I knew that this was going to be epic. How did one boy who was once interested in history, loved his dog and had aspirations on becoming an Olympic swimmer turn into a monster?
This is one chilling tale, one that could easily turn true crime podcasters into rating phenomenons.
At first, you're unaware how the journal of a boy and two murders could be connected. After you piece it together, comes some other surprises. Ones that just exist to shock you.
Honestly, I still can't tell if there were any survivors with this one.
4.75 🌟
March 7, 2026
If you love dark, addictive thrillers that keep you side-eyeing social media, Like Follow Die absolutely delivers. 👀
This story dives deep into the unsettling side of online influence, obsession, and the dangerous lengths people will go for attention and validation. The tension builds steadily as the lines between curated online personas and real life start to blur in some seriously chilling ways.
I read along with the audiobook, and it was incredible. It was my first time listening to a production with such a large cast, and it added a whole new layer to the story. Hearing the different voices really brought the characters and tension to life.
Ashley creates a creeping sense of unease — the kind where every chapter makes you question who can actually be trusted. The pacing keeps the pages turning, with twists that make it hard to stop at “just one more chapter.”
Sharp, unsettling, and a little too believable in a world where likes and followers can mean everything.
This story dives deep into the unsettling side of online influence, obsession, and the dangerous lengths people will go for attention and validation. The tension builds steadily as the lines between curated online personas and real life start to blur in some seriously chilling ways.
I read along with the audiobook, and it was incredible. It was my first time listening to a production with such a large cast, and it added a whole new layer to the story. Hearing the different voices really brought the characters and tension to life.
Ashley creates a creeping sense of unease — the kind where every chapter makes you question who can actually be trusted. The pacing keeps the pages turning, with twists that make it hard to stop at “just one more chapter.”
Sharp, unsettling, and a little too believable in a world where likes and followers can mean everything.
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