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shawna_reads 's review for:
Viral Lives
by Felix I.D. Dimaro
challenging
dark
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
"People liked to see other people die, but hearing the process made it real. Made the experience that much more personal."
Simon Hinch is a Gore Reporter. He spends his nights prowling for violence in hopes of recording something gruesome to sell to the highest bidder. One night, he comes across a dying man in the streets and, instead of helping, he records him. The video goes viral and life is good for Simon until a series of strange things start happening to his phone, effecting him and his loved ones.
It is a sad reality how much people focus on likes and being popular on the internet. Recording videos of tragedies to have the best post go viral instead of helping those in need or, in this case, someone dying. I liked how Felix took this concept and twisted it into a compelling story.
Everything about this novella was great - a selfish protagonist, death, strange occurences, karma, and a ghost. The supernatural aspect was perfect as it made for a gory and chilling story that had me glued to the pages until the end. I enjoyed the pacing of the book and the nonstop action. This definitely made for a great modern day horror story.
I don't want to say anything else as it is a quick read, but I highly recommend it. This was my first book by Felix and certainly not the last!
Simon Hinch is a Gore Reporter. He spends his nights prowling for violence in hopes of recording something gruesome to sell to the highest bidder. One night, he comes across a dying man in the streets and, instead of helping, he records him. The video goes viral and life is good for Simon until a series of strange things start happening to his phone, effecting him and his loved ones.
It is a sad reality how much people focus on likes and being popular on the internet. Recording videos of tragedies to have the best post go viral instead of helping those in need or, in this case, someone dying. I liked how Felix took this concept and twisted it into a compelling story.
Everything about this novella was great - a selfish protagonist, death, strange occurences, karma, and a ghost. The supernatural aspect was perfect as it made for a gory and chilling story that had me glued to the pages until the end. I enjoyed the pacing of the book and the nonstop action. This definitely made for a great modern day horror story.
I don't want to say anything else as it is a quick read, but I highly recommend it. This was my first book by Felix and certainly not the last!