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The List

A gripping exploration of love and betrayal in the digital age.

Yomi Adegoke author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers

Published:20th Jul '23

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A viral list of allegations disrupts the lives of journalist Ola and her fiancé Michael, forcing them to confront harsh realities in The List.

In The List, Ola Olajide, a prominent journalist at Womxxxn magazine, is on the verge of marrying her fiancé, Michael. Their lives seem perfect until they wake up one morning to a shocking message: 'Oh my god, have you seen The List?' This list, initially a collection of anonymous allegations against abusive men, has now gone viral, and Michael's name appears among those accused. As Ola grapples with her professional integrity and personal loyalties, the story unfolds into a gripping exploration of the impact of social media on real lives.

The narrative takes readers through the emotional turmoil faced by Ola as she confronts the implications of The List. Once known for breaking stories that expose the dark side of society, she now finds herself in a precarious position where her fiancé’s reputation is at stake. Can she navigate the treacherous waters of public opinion while trying to protect the man she loves? The tension escalates as the truth behind the allegations comes to light, forcing Ola to make difficult choices that could alter the course of their lives forever.

The List is not just a story about scandal; it delves into themes of trust, betrayal, and the complexities of modern relationships in an age dominated by social media. With its timely and provocative narrative, the book has resonated with readers, making it a must-read that will leave you questioning the power of public perception and the nature of truth.

‘A page-turning read about the dark side of social media’ STYLIST

‘A total page-turner on the underbelly of life online’ BBC WOMAN'S HOUR

‘One of the hottest books of the year… Topical and vital’ MARIE CLAIRE

‘The Book Of The Summer… Sure to inspire frenzied debate’ VOGUE

'Blistering… a love story for our times’ HARPER'S BAZAAR

‘Impossible to put down. The hype is real’ INDEPENDENT

‘Fun and thought-provoking… A book that's just right for our times’ HARPER'S BAZAAR

‘Punchy, topical and hugely thought-provoking’ GLAMOUR

‘The hottest book of the summer… an incredible commentary on the internet’ BBC RADIO LONDON

‘A gripping social nightmare’ OBSERVER

‘One of the most anticipated books of the summer’ GUARDIAN

‘A compulsive read’ HEAT MAGAZINE

‘Topical, heartfelt, provocative’ BERNARDINE EVARISTO

‘The perfect summer read’ PAULA HAWKINS

‘An enthralling, razor-sharp, witty page-turner’ BOLU BABALOLA

‘Phenomenal’ ABI DARÉ

‘Utterly compelling, immersive and addictive’ SARA COLLINS

'Full of sharp wit and exacting observation’ DIANA EVANS

‘A biting, chilling, prescient page-turner’ DEBORAH FRANCES-WHITE

‘Whip-smart and thought-provoking’ RUTH WARE

‘Addictive… will set off a million debates’ ANNIE LORD

‘Unputdownable' NELS ABBEY

‘Explosive … Every book club should read this’ SYMEON BROWN

ISBN: 9780008544492

Dimensions: 240mm x 159mm x 36mm

Weight: 600g

384 pages