Fake Accounts

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A young woman discovers her boyfriend is an anonymous Internet conspiracy theorist, leading her to flee to Berlin and embark on her own cycles of manipulation in the deceptive spac es of her daily life. Fake Accounts is a wry, provocative, and funny debut novel about identity and authenticity in the age of the internet. Format: Hardback Length: 272 pages Publication date: 04 February 2021 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Fake Accounts is a captivating debut novel that delves into the complex realm of identity, authenticity, and the self in the age of the internet. Written by acclaimed author Zadie Smith, this witty and thought-provoking book has already garnered critical acclaim and has been shortlisted for the prestigious Bollinger Everyman Wodehouse Prize.The story revolves around a young woman named Lila, who discovers a shocking truth about her boyfriend on the eve of Donald Trump's inauguration. He is an anonymous Internet conspiracy theorist, and a popular one at that. Lila, who is already well-versed in the art of internet fakery, irony, and outrage, is not exactly surprised by this revelation. However, what follows is a series of bizarre twists that expose a world where online lies shape the very fabric of reality.Determined to escape the confines of her life in New York, Lila flees to Berlin, where she embarks on her own cycles of manipulation in the deceptive spaces of her daily life. From dating apps to expat social events, open-plan offices to bureaucratic waiting rooms, Lila navigates the treacherous waters of online deception, seeking to find herself and her place in a world that seems increasingly fragmented and uncertain.The novel is narrated in a voice that is both seductive and subtly subversive. Smith's writing is masterful, as she effortlessly weaves together humor, tragedy, and social commentary into a seamless narrative that keeps readers engaged from start to finish. Through Lila's journey, the book explores the blurred lines between truth and fiction, authenticity and manipulation, and the ways in which the internet has transformed our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.Fake Accounts is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the intersection of technology, culture, and identity. It is a thought-provoking and entertaining book that will leave readers questioning their own beliefs and assumptions about the digital age. With its sharp wit, compelling characters, and insightful commentary, this debut novel is sure to resonate with readers for years to come. Weight: 384g Dimension: 223 x 144 x 30 (mm) ISBN-13: 9780008366520 Show more