The Most Famous Girl in the World
A Novel
by Iman Hariri-Kia
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Pub Date Sep 17 2024 | Archive Date Sep 22 2024
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Description
Stars—they're just like us! Except much, much worse.
Rose Aslani is mid-bikini wax when her phone lights up with a notification: Famed scam artist Poppy Hastings will be released from prison today.
It's been two years since Rose—a first-generation Middle Eastern American, functional trainwreck, and reporter for online journal The Shred—wrote the investigative article that exposed Poppy as a socialite grifter. Normally, one of her articles going viral would be cause for celebration, but the highly publicized trial that followed turned Poppy into the internet's favorite celebrity. And Rose has been reeling from the aftermath ever since. Although Poppy served her time for defrauding some of the richest, most powerful men in the world, Rose knows this is only the tip of the iceberg for Poppy's crimes. She just can't prove it yet… At least not without the help of a devilishly handsome FBI agent gone rogue.
As Poppy's star rises as an influencer and pop-culture icon, Rose quickly descends into a downward spiral of guilt and obsession. Her article created Poppy's fame, so Rose needs to right her wrong by exposing Poppy for the monster that she is. But it's not going to be easy taking down the most famous girl in the world.
Campy, satirical, and utterly hilarious, The Most Famous Girl in the World is both a scathing indictment of modern celebrity and a thrilling rollercoaster ride of unhinged hijinks that will keep you gasping at every turn of the page.
Advance Praise
"Reading The Most Famous Girl in the World is like riding a roller coaster through the dark. Iman Hariri-Kia takes readers on a thrilling, fast-paced adventure, where you know the twists are coming but you’re not sure when they’ll happen or what they’ll entail. Iman’s sophomore novel is incredibly fun and deliciously chaotic. I loved it and couldn’t put it down!" ―Carley Fortune, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Every Summer After and Meet Me At The Lake
"No one’s voice sparkles with camp and au courant humor like Iman Hariri-Kia’s. Combined with this gasp-inducing, galloping plot centering on female celebrity obsession, Hariri-Kia has penned a thrilling romp you’ll down in just a couple of scrumptious sittings." ― Amanda Montell, New York Times bestselling author of The Age of Magical Overthinking and Cultish
"With her distinctive voice, Iman Hariri-Kia has forged a zany, explosive romp skewering our cultural obsession with celebrities, influencers, and scammers. It's a fun and fast-paced read with two memorable antiheroines." ― Caitlin Barasch, author of A Novel Obsession
"If you found yourself all the way down the Anna Delvey rabbit hole like I did, then The Most Famous Girl in the World is the perfect book for you. There's such a relatable bite to Iman Hariri-Kia's voice, a surprising vulnerability in her guarded characters, and a clever construction to this game of cat-and-mouse that will leave you guessing. I was completely immersed in the world of this book!" ― Alicia Thompson, USA Today bestselling author of Love in the Time of Serial Killers
"Clever, cutting, and completely unputdownable. The Most Famous Girl in the World is awash with humor, authenticity, and a dash of heat―all with a unique edge. Hariri-Kia's voice is the sharpest blade I've come across." ― Lyla Sage, USA Today Bestselling Author of Done and Dusted
"A gripping satire of our society's obsession with fame." ― KJ Micciche, author of The Book Proposal
"A nonstop-entertaining romp that cheekily skewers internet culture's mindless glorification of convicts-turned-influencers, The Most Famous Girl in the Worldsparkles with wit, camp, thrills, and romance. Written in an addictively fun voice brimming with authenticity, I had a criminally good time reading this book." ― Nicolas DiDomizio, author of Nearlywed
"A hilarious, self-aware, page-turner of a novel that expertly combines playful satire with a thoughtful rumination on societal obsession with celebrities. Rose is a gloriously unhinged heroine, and it’s devilishly entertaining to watch her try to expose the world’s latest celebrity obsession for who she really is―no matter what the cost." ― Shauna Robinson, author of The Banned Bookshop of Maggie Banks
"On the surface, The Most Famous Girl in the World is a highly thrilling, propulsive cat and mouse style mystery. But at its core, it's a devilishly funny journey through the Scammer Industrial Complex―written with the authority, chronic online-ness, and IYKYK knowledge that only digital media veteran, and keen social observer, Iman Hariri-Kia can provide." ― Samantha Leach, author of The Elissas
"In The Most Famous Girl in the World, Iman Hariri-Kia creates a story so addicting yet so unexpected, readers won't be able to put it down. You will oscillate from laughing out loud to hanging on the edge of every word and will wish for more of Hariri-Kia's dynamic storytelling when you reach the final page. From the first page, Hariri-Kia's sophomore novel enthralled me with her nuanced, complex characters and page turning action. The Most Famous Girl in the World should serve as a masterclass on captivating worldbuilding, clever plot points, and whip-smart humor." ― Eli Rallo, author of I Didn't Know I Needed This
"Outrageously fun but also sharp and clear-eyed, The Most Famous Girl in the World is the perfect novel for our scammer-obsessed age. Iman Hariri-Kia has given readers an unapologetic satire filled with surprising humor and heart." ― Laura Hankin, author of The Daydreams and One-Star Romance
"Whip-smart and laugh-out-loud funny, The Most Famous Girl In The World had me flying through its pages for so many reasons. This genre-bending novel will make you swoon, cackle, and gasp all at once, blending sweet (and silly!) romantic moments with razor-sharp social commentary and thriller-worthy twists. If you've ever found yourself eyeballs-deep down a rabbit hole about modern scammer culture (and let's be honest, who among us hasn't?), this is the book for you. I inhaled it." ― Genevieve Wheeler, author of Adelaide
"Precise and sharp as hell, Iman Hariri-Kia's voice is a blast to read. The Most Famous Girl in the World commanded my attention from the first page and never loosened up its grip. Hot, funny, and satirical, I couldn't ask for more from this singular story." ― Tarah DeWitt, author of Funny Feelings and Savor It
"Addictive and hilarious, The Most Famous Girl in The World holds up a mirror to our own questionable obsessions, and asks us if we can ever really know who we’re giving a platform to. Also, really really hot sex." ― Haley Jakobson, author of Old Enough, a New York Times Editor’s Choice
"In The Most Famous Girl in the World, Iman Hariri-Kia has crafted a thrilling, laugh-out-loud triumph. Hariri-Kia’s central mystery is masterfully twisty, and its charismatic enemies-to-lovers romance is sweepingly sexy, but where this novel shines brightest is in its biting voice, narrated by the singular, sarcastic, and sensational heroine Rose Aslani. I was hooked from the first page of this whip-smart and fast-paced exploration of the stories we tell―about those we admire, those we loathe, and those who dare to hold a mirror back up to ourselves. This is a novel I couldn’t put down. Hariri-Kia has cemented herself as an auto-buy author for me, and after that last chapter… I need a sequel!" ― Becky Chalsen, author of Kismet
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781728270616 |
| PRICE | $16.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 384 |
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Featured Reviews
Reviewer 653130
The Most Famous Girl in the World grabbed my attention because, like so many other people, I was captivated by Anna Delvey. For many fans of scammers (and contemporary satirical fictional), this book is going to be a slam dunk. It wasn't as much for me; the narration was almost too tongue-in-cheek and I couldn't get into the story. However, that's a personal preference and I think there are a ton of readers who will absolutely devour this book. I'm excited for it to find its audience and I'll definitely be watching for the author's next book.
Emily Z, Reviewer
Rose is a journalist who is obsessed with the con woman of the rich, Poppy Hastings, whose character is reminiscent of Anna Delvey. Rose believes that Poppy Hastings is guilty of much more than just fraud, but also murder. Reluctantly, Rose teams up with FBI agent, Simon, to bring down Poppy for good. Together, they find themselves going down the rabbit hole of conspiracies and secret societies.
This genre was definitely new for me, but I loved it. This book read like it was on Adderall (like how Rose was for a lot of the book lol). It was so funny, yet dark and mysterious with a twist I didn't see coming in the end. The writing was phenomenal and vibrant. It really portrayed Rose's voice so well. Speaking of, Rose is absolutely bonkers and I love her and her friends. They are truly a girl group with unconditional love for each other. Rose and Simon had so much tension and I really liked their "love-hate" relationship. AND THAT ENDING - I can't get over it, and I'm going to have to scour the Reddit threads once this book gets published because I was SHOCKED. I want a sequel!
This was a great commentary on today's society and the power of social media on our day to day lives. This was my first book of Iman Hariri-Kia's, but definitely not the last! I'm officially a fan.
Thank you to Sourcebooks Landmark and NetGalley for the ARC.
Reviewer 949472
Iman Hariri-Kia continues to deliver quirky, campy, and clever storytelling in "The Most Famous Girl in the World." This was reminiscent of the Anna Delver case (did you watch that show on Netflix? The hotel scene is forever seared in my mind unfortunately) and I was stressed and shook at some of the twists and turns. I had a great time though and think folks will eat this up on September 17.
Bookseller 1484533
Iman Hariri-Kia has done it again.
With her sophomore debut, The Most Famous Girl in the World follows Rose, a whistleblower for an infamous socialite scammer, as she must face reality of creating an internet legend. In true Hariri-Kia fashion, she hit the nail on the head in every way possible. From the snappy, campy, and hysterical writing to the social commentary on why the internet loves making celebrities out of horrible people, this book is a delight.
If you support women's rights, but especially their wrongs, this book is for you!
reviewer 0, Media/Journalist
This is a super fun and engaging read. The story will remind many readers of the Anna Delvey scandal. There are definite "tabloid/ fun scandal" vibes going on here. I liked the journalist, Rose, and following along as she teams up with the FBI to bring down a con woman and murderer. Fans of twisty stories with a fast pace will love THE MOST FAMOUS GIRL IN THE WORLD. The narrative has a satisfying conclusion and a memorable message about the power and dangers of social media.
Thank you to Sourcebooks Landmark and NetGalley for the ARC.
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