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I want to delete my Facebook account, my Twitter feed, everything except for Goodreads. Of course, that's owned by Big Brother as well.
That's how I felt after finishing this scary, prescient, entertaining thriller. Take a little of The Firm, a bit of 1984 and a pinch of You've Got Mail and you have a general idea of the plot here. It isn't without its problems. The protagonist doesn't have a lot of depth (she's essentially a vessel to move the plot along), it's a teensy bit overlong (although I ...more
That's how I felt after finishing this scary, prescient, entertaining thriller. Take a little of The Firm, a bit of 1984 and a pinch of You've Got Mail and you have a general idea of the plot here. It isn't without its problems. The protagonist doesn't have a lot of depth (she's essentially a vessel to move the plot along), it's a teensy bit overlong (although I ...more
I blatant warning to not put all your trust in online companies. Heavy handed at times and a little too long.
I really enjoyed this one. It is such a weird and funny book. Need to get my thoughts together.
This book was terrifying, thought-provoking, and utterly engaging. But mostly terrifying.
honestly just felt like a far too long rant against Facebook and reality TV, that had absolutely nothing new of value to add to what has already been said by every person over 40 when social media first became popular.
it could’ve been good, but the shallow characters combined with an even worse plot left any interesting details meaningless.
it could’ve been good, but the shallow characters combined with an even worse plot left any interesting details meaningless.
Relevant, but a bit lengthy. I suppose that goes along with a society that has too much sharing. Reinforces that we need to protect our right to privacy in this digital age. I am sad about Mae's relationships and how they changed so much.
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Oct 11, 2013
Deyara
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Jennifer
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