Dex is dropped onto a deserted tropical island to be a player in a social media competition. Dex is one of six contestants on Dropped! , an internet reality show. He’s glad to escape his real life after being dumped by his girlfriend, Lola, and destroying his social life. He and the other contenders have to spend five days on a deserted island, and the person who gains the most likes and followers will be the winner. The prize is a ton of money and status as an influencer. Keeping people watching is the challenge, and Dex will do whatever it takes. He needs to win―it’s the only way to get Lola and his popularity back. But on the island, away from his ex, he finds himself flirting with the gorgeous and popular Amina. When Dex keeps placing behind Amina, he realizes he has to be more daring to get the engagements he needs. But how extreme will he need to be? And is it worth it to win?
This hilo book tackles influencers and social media. As a hilo, it doesn't have a lot of space, but it still manages a tight, thriller story and interesting characters, even more than some longer books I've read!
The concept is interesting - social media 'stars' dropped on an island and asked to earn likes from the viewers - it might even be something I'd watch, though I'm not that fond of 'reality' TV usually - and the book captures some highs and lows in a really clever way. Even though it's a short, quick read, there are several different incidents, and our characters react to them in different realistic ways.
I enjoyed reading this and I think it's going to go well.
Dropped! publishes on the 13th February, 2024. I received a free copy and am giving an honest review.
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