Status Updates From What a Time to Be Alive

Eh. I can’t relate to any of the million characters mentioned. There’s actually zero character development. Stale storyline but interesting and relevant themes to think about. DNF, sadly

- we live in very cultish times
- we live in very everyone-is-easily-influenced-and-desperate-to-be-saved-times
- your favorite influencer is probably broke and using their influence to buy ketamine and go on spiritual retreats
- I get the point but this book is all over the place
- “not bad, but not good” - Jisoo

Ah this sounds too relevant. Someone accidentally goes viral, is struggling with finances, and becomes a spiritual grifter/cult leader on social media to get by. SO 2026!