Real Lies

"Real Lies" by Lauren Wilson is a gripping young adult novel that explores the challenges and dangers of life in the digital world. The protagonist, Crystal Shaw, an unwilling influencer, has spent her entire life in the shadow of her vlogging family. After the tragic loss of her sister, she longs for freedom and independence, which she hopes to find at university. However, when she meets her classmate Alyssa, who turns out to be a fan of her family, Crystal becomes embroiled in a dangerous game. Distrust and paranoia soon dominate her life as she tries to uncover her parents' dark secrets. This thrilling game of hide and seek illustrates how quickly trust can be abused in today's world and the consequences that can arise from it.