Book Review: ‘Like Me: A Novel’ By Hayley Phelan

A solid psychological, sexual thriller is the highlight of the debut novel from Hayley Phelan. As you read along and get sucked into the world of modeling, sexual assualt, instagram, drugs and the realities of trying to be famous. Mickey is 19 years-old, living in New York City and trying to become a top-model like her obsession Gemma Anton, who she looks a lot like. She stalks her on Instagram and tries everything she can to get herself more followers. She runs into Gemma one day with her boyfriend, the well-respected photographer Benoit, he can’t help but notice how much they look alike. He invites her for a sexy/erotic photo shoot and she soon starts blowing up on Instagram. She also gets herself into a situation that blurs the line between what’s real and what is in her minde. A stunning twist highlights this intense thriller.

You can pick up Like Me in stores on Tuesday, March 1st.