I loved this one! Don’t get me wrong, some of the characters were a NIGHTMARE. I could not take one more sentence that ended in “babe” (IYKYK). But that made it all the more fun to read imo. It added to the story and the suspense. I was on the edge of my seat with each new murder. Definitely did not guess the killer! Solid closed door thriller.

Thank you @wednesdaybooks @netgalley for a copy of this book. I always enjoy a locked room thriller and this one was set on a secluded island with 10 influencers and one gets murdered. You add in a tropical storm and the suspense element just goes up exponentially. This book was a little flat for me that there were way too many POV to keep track of. I did enjoy all the secrets that were revealed but it was easy to mix up the characters.

Ten teenage influencers go to a private island, for three weeks off the grid, in a new reality show. But when bodies start showing up, the satellite phone disappears and the production team is a no show, it becomes clear something more sinister is going on.

I really enjoyed this YA thriller. It was very dramatic and over the top, but I expected that, and ended up enjoying it. There were a lot of creepy happenings in this book, it will definitely make you rethink going into a room alone. I wasn’t able to guess the killer or the plot twist, and thought that aspect was well done. I really liked the commentary on the influencer lifestyle and how problematic it can be. Overall, I really enjoyed this one.

Influencers invited to an island to film a new reality show. No wifi or phones allowed. What could go wrong?

There were a LOT of characters in this one. They all are very similar so it was hard to keep track at times. When someone dies, it seems to really pick up. There is a lot of twists. Some are predictable but keep the book really fast-paced. I liked this one until the end. One of the characters just was over the top and put blame on some of the characters where they shouldn't have been blamed on anything. The "epilogue" also was so over the top by one of the characters it just didn't sit well with me. Maybe if the last chapter was about a different character it would have been better.

I liked the mystery and trying to figure out who was behind everything. But the ending made my eyes roll.

So I have been known to loveeee a book that features 1.)Influencers (most of the time behaving badly 2.) A competition game show and 3.) A modern day Agatha Christie spin AND THIS HAD ALL THREE AND SO MUCH MORE!

My only gripe is some of characters definitely erred on the side of being bratty and unlikeable (which definitely was a plot device but at points I wanted to scream “your parents did not raise you like this”😂)and at times the characters seemed to read slightly younger than they actually were, but all in all I really like this fun and action packed YA read!!!

ALSO WE ALL KNOW I LOVED THE PRETTY COVER 💕

This book is out today so definitely go out and get it if it sounds up your alley!!!

4.25⭐️

Special thanks to NetGalley and the publisher; @wednesdaybooks for a review copy of this book!

I don’t usually enjoy books with influencers as main characters, so I didn’t have high hopes for this book. Thankfully, I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this book. The characters were all terrible people and it really worked well. I loved the multiple POVs, multiple twists, and fast pacing. I found myself reading late into the night trying to figure out what was going on. I thought the author did a great job with the ending. My only complaint was the over usable of the word babe. So annoying.

Overall, this is a fun YA thrasher with highly unlikeable characters and lots of suspects to keep you guessing.

I’m still undecided on how I feel about locked room mysteries, but this was a fun premise. Ten influencers are brought to a secluded island to film a reality show and then one of them turns up dead.

I loved all the secrets and drama, especially when everyone starts turning on each other. I’m not sure if any of the characters were likeable, but there were definitely some more than others that I just wanted to punch in the face. The twists were good with a couple wow moments for me.

This is definitely a YA book, with the speech and actions of teenagers, so if that’s not your thing, I would steer clear. But if you want a fast paced, entertaining, and deadly inside look into influencer culture, pick this one up.

What happens when 10 influencers head to a deserted island for a reality show about unplugging for three weeks? But wait, what if one of the influencers ends up dead and this isn't really about a reality show and all about revenge?

Max (a Youtuber) is sent to the island to help film the influencers (there are cameras everywhere, in all the rooms, etc.) We also have Kira (a fitness influencer) Elody (an instagram model,) and Logan (a disgraced TikTok star.) While they all have similar traits, each influencer has a secret that makes everyone a suspect.

It was interesting to see the influencers without social media - how do they act without "followers" watching them. When the realization sinks in that they have no way to communicate with the outside world, the tension on the island becomes intense. There are twists throughout the story and I found the ending to be rather satisfying.

This book definitely gave me And Then There Were None vibes with a reality show twist. There are some interesting characters on the island and lots of drama. This book dives into the idea of being cancelled and living without social media, which to these influencers, is a huge deal (and in this case, deadly.) I did wish each character had a little more substance to them, there were a few that I had trouble keeping straight or rooting for.

Tropes
YA thriller
Multi POV

Thanks to NetGalley for this copy. All opinions expressed are my own.

Ten influencers head to a remote private island to film a new reality show. They are completely unplugged, with no communication with the outside world, when one of them is found dead. Secrets are revealed and the body count continues to increase. Who will make it out alive?

I had mixed feelings on this one. I enjoyed the fast pace, the juicy drama from the secret reveals, and some insightful social commentary. However, I felt the multiple POVs and large cast of characters made things unnecessarily confusing at times. I did like that everyone was a suspect and you were kept guessing until the end.

I saw this book described as Big Brother with murder. If this intrigues you, definitely check out People To Follow.

I think this was a great book but probably appeals more to a younger audience, 3 stars from me but younger ya audience probably would enjoy it more! My biggest issue was there were too many characters and they kind of bled into one another. Great writing style though!

Any book that follows the And Then There We’re None premise is a must read for me. This was a fast paced and suspenseful story. I had trouble keeping some of the characters straight which can happen with a cast of ten. Many of the characters were written as super cringe (see what I did there) but they seemed realistic as there are parallels to some real life influencers. Overall, a solid debut from Worley!

3.5 stars. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

The debut novel was entertaining but somewhat reminiscent of others I have read in this genre. Ten influencers arrive on an island for a reality show aimed at unplugging. They start getting killed off one by one, ala Agatha Christie style.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Olivia Worley for providing me with a complimentary digital ARC for People to Follow coming out October 31, 2023. The honest opinions expressed in this review are my own.

I think this was a solid debut novel! I’ve read a few books with the whole And Then There Were None theme. Remote islands, people ending up dead. Some of the characters felt a little alike in the beginning. I couldn’t tell them apart until later in the story. There were actually some serious themes. I thought the writing was really good, except at times it felt a little too like Gen Z internet speak if that makes sense. The dialogue felt like what people think teens talk like at times. I’m definitely a lot older than the age demographic, but I think a lot of people would enjoy this book.

I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys And Then There Were None type books!

A fun debut YA thriller in the vein of And Then There Were None. It took a little to get into the language used (there were a lot of influencer and social chatter, “likes,” and “babes,” which aren’t entirely out of place here and did really aid in giving each of the 10 characters more of their own tone and voice. It didn’t take long for the first body / murder and the rest of the book was nicely paced. The wicked little game really kept me guessing as to who was the overall mastermind and who was in on what. Overall, this was very enjoyable and I’m looking forward to seeing what else this author brings us in the future.

People to Follow by Olivia Worley

 YA
 Mystery/Suspense
 Wealthy
 Hidden truths/secret identity

 The ten top social media influencers (most teenagers) are chosen to go to a remote Caribbean Island for 3 weeks. They will be a part of "In Real Life" which is a reality TV show where they are watched 24/7 on cameras with no phones, no internet, and no filters. There's plenty of alcohol and no adults because the production team's flight is cancelled due to a storm. After a night of partying and "get to know you" the group finds one member dead.


The world building is well done. They stay in a beautiful house surrounded by the ocean. It has "Survivor" vibes, and everyone has a secret they don't want exposed. Their "Sponsor" sends the message for them to reveal the worst thing they've ever done, or they will release their personal files on the internet. They are blackmailed into telling the truth or their money, followers, and reputation will go away. There are multiple POVs from the main players-Elody Hart, Kira Lyons, Logan Costello, and Max Overby. Each chapter is told by one of them (first person) where they discuss their family, social media platforms, and why they are on the island. I watch YouTube all the time and I follow my favorite tv, book, and podcast channels. I never thought about all the work behind the scenes to gain followers. I know there are plenty of things they don't share for fear of being cancelled, which in the present day is impossible. The good, bad, and in between influencers can disappear with one negative post, comment, or "live." Some of this group did egregious, illegal things that they paid for being stuck on an island with a killer. I loved the mystery of it all, a classic whodunit.

The characters- My favorites are Elody, Logan, and McKayleigh. Elody is an impulsive eighteen-year-old Instagram model. She's a "rags to riches" story popular for only her looks. McKayleigh is the mean girl. She smiles in your face and puts a knife in your back. At their first meeting we know something serious went down between her and Logan that caused the end to their personal and professional relationship. I liked how that narrative was built up to a shocking conclusion.

Overall, I liked this debut novel that dealt with the wealthy with their connections/power vs. everyone else, mental health, and a willingness to do the right thing regardless of the consequences.

Rating: 4/5

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Thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press (Wednesday Books) for this ARC  ! I voluntarily give my honest review and all opinions expressed are my own. Publication date is 10/31/23.

Agatha Christie, but make it Gen Z

I could NOT put this book down! I love reality tv, so even the first couple of chapters drew me in, as the characters, all famous influencers, head out to a remote island to film a reality tv show. We know influencer culture is ugly, but this book takes that to the max. Each participant has a nasty secret that they protect at all costs—even when others wind up dead for the same reason.

This was a fun, quick read that absolutely sucks you in. It’s one of those that you instantly want to re-read to see if there were clues you missed throughout the book, which I always think is fun.

4 stars / This review will be posted on goodreads.com today.


Social media influencers. A remote island. Murder. And a reality TV show. All the makings for the perfect mystery novel.

When 10 people are chosen to spend three weeks on a remote island, in order to ‘unplug’ from social media, it sounds almost perfect. But it’s not, After all nothing is ever what it really seems. These ten have been chosen for a reason.

Kira, the fitness influencer. MacKayleigh, the dancer. Max, the documentarian. Corrine, the gamer. Zane, the vegan. Graham, the musician. Aaron, the washed up teen star. Cole, the misogynist. Elody, the pin-up girl. Logan, the washed-up influencer.All were chosen by the iRL staff for their followings. But after they wake up the first morning on the island to find one of them dead, the mystery begins. Accidental? Murder? And then the games begin.

This novel really hits home with today’s obsession with social media influencers. We all know most of it isn’t real, but there are those who definitely believe it is, and are willing to do anything to be part of it. This group of teenagers and young adults have all done something awful and are being forced to face up to it.

The novel is witty and well written. The finger gets pointed at just about everyone at one time or another, leaving you to wonder who the guilty party really is - or is there yet another person on the island? I enjoyed it.

If I'm being honest, I requested this book because I really liked the cover.

10 influencers are invited to leave behind their own social media platforms and participate in a reality show on a remote island called "In Real Life". These influencers quickly find out they are in for more than they bargained for. The producers of the show don't show up, one of the influencers turns up dead, and they have no contact with the outside world. This reality show quickly turns in to a nightmare as the influencers are asked to share their darkest secrets.

This is Olivia Worley's debut novel. I love a story about influencers and the remote island setting is perfect. I often struggle with books that have a lot of characters and I did find 10 characters and their back stories to be a lot to keep up with. I will look forward to reading Worley's next book.

A locked room mystery starring a bunch of teen influencers who have something to prove. 10 "stars" agree to be on a new reality tv show called IRL (In Real Life) where they agree to unplug from their influencing for the cameras. Filmed on a private island, the influencers will be without their phones for 3 weeks while the cameras are rolling. But things start getting really real when the first body is found and the tv crew never shows up. The body count starts rising and secrets start flying and no one is safe.

*Special thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for this e-arc.*

10 influences are left on an island to unplug and take part in a reality T.V show. The show ends up being more than they bargained for when they end up dying, one by one, after their deepest, darkest secrets are revealed. It's a race to find the killer before they all end up cancelled or dead.
I actually really liked this! This book was very relatable as it touches on social media and the lives of influencers. I liked how it had a multiple person POV but it also made somethings more predictable.
I had no idea who the killer was until the end. It seemed like everyone had a motive so it was fun trying to figure out who it really was. It also gave me anxiety because they were stuck on an island with no way to call for help.
This was definitely a good read for spooky season!