I inhaled this book sat by the pool drinking rose and then talking about it with my friends until they were bored stiff. It’s great pacey writing with a real pay off.

Social media doing what it does best. Very apt and aware. Too many uninformed opinions can ruin lives. It’s quite a read.
ARC copy.

I really thought I was going to love this book, because of the way it deals with topical issues such as social media, cancel culture, the Me Too movement, to name but a few. However, I really couldn't get into it, and I felt a real disconnect from the characters. I also found the writing style particularly jarring, but I can't put my finger on what particularly about it was jarring. It made it a challenge to read. I think some people will absolutely love this book, but sadly I am not one of them.

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I really wanted to love this book given it's focus on the good and bad of social media but it felt very mid to me. I felt like it almost covered too many issues?

I liked this book enough but it wasn't entirely for me. The characters were good but i just really struggled to hold my focus with this. The action and drama were okay but i just felt that certain moments weren't believable in the world of the story. The characters also felt a little too 2d in places and they just needed a little something extra to push them to being fully developed.

The novel explores themes of online rumors, trust, and the consequences of social media's power to shape public opinion and personal relationships. It has received acclaim for its topical and thought-provoking nature, making it a relevant and engaging read for those interested in contemporary fiction.

I’m only giving three stars because it simply wasn’t for me. I’m not the target audience I guess as the language and constant social media references bored me. However I do think for a younger reader this would be a very interesting read as the subject matter is relevant.

The idea for the book is good and started well for me. What would you do if the man you are about to marry appears on a #metoo list of predators? But it got bogged down in the middle and I struggled to finish it. A solid read but for me a bit of editing in the middle would have made it a stronger read. Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the ARC.

The List serves as a cautionary tale for our contemporary digital age, focusing on a high-profile couple who are social media sensations. Initially, there's empathy for Ola and Michael as they navigate their challenges. However, Ola's character often comes across as unlikable, displaying a lack of empathy. Michael, on the other hand, seems to be constantly striving to meet Ola's changing expectations, prompting frustration from the reader.

The narrative unfolds through the perspectives of both characters, offering insights into their respective experiences. Michael faces public scrutiny from the moment he starts a new job, while Ola is tasked with covering a sensational story involving her fiancé. The novel explores the complexities and emotions of a relationship thrust into the public eye, creating a thought-provoking narrative.

This is a first for me by the author and one I enjoyed and I would read more of their work. The book cover is eye-catching and appealing and would spark my interest if it were in a bookshop. Thank you to the author, publisher and Netgalley for this ARC.

4 Stars from me

Such a clever little tale and very much 'of its time', The List is almost like a warning against the times we live in.

It centers on a couple who are social media darlings and very high profile. Although initially I felt for both Ola and Michael in their respective situations, so much of the time Ola was just a stone-cold bitch and I felt that (ignoring everything else) Michael was jumping through continual and ever-changing hoops in his efforts to 'prove' himself to her and I found myself repeatedly urging him to tell her where to stick it!

The book is told from the differing perspectives of each of them and it is impossible to imagine how either of them must feel - with Michael being so publicly named and shamed on the day he starts a new job and Ola being asked to cover an explosive 'career-making' story that just happens to include her husband to be.

Who can trust who?

There are some profound and meaningful questions among what seems to otherwise be a gossipy surface-level story with not ever so many likable characters in a murky cesspit of trial by social media judge and jury.

Ola and Michael are a golden couple. Set to get married. One morning a list of abusive men appears online. Michael's name is on it. What will Ola do? Is Michael guilty as charged? Can he prove his innocence. A tale for our times

Instantly gripping, Yomi’s style of writing is easy to get into and highly relateable. Questionable language can so easily become part of our everyday speech and easily dismissed as just ‘banter’ or ‘not that serious’ so it definitely made me think more about the implications of people’s behaviour on social media. I felt slightly disappointed by the ending, but I guess that just mirrors life, it’s not always a happy ending!

I finished reading this book in one sitting because it was just that good!
I honestly don't think that I've read a book this intriguing and thought provoking in a while so props to the author.

I was really intrigued by this book. It was an interesting read and definitely makes you think.
I would recommend this book. Thank you netgally for the ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.

I wish I'd have enjoyed this book more than I did. Maybe my expectations were too high but it just fell a little flat for me and I struggled to finish.

When I first heard about this book I was super intrigued and was so grateful to be accepted on NetGalley to be able to read it before publication. I think the main takeaway of my review would be it’s such an important story showing the damage social media can do especially in this day and age with it being so easily accessible. It was so thought provoking and could definitely start a think first movement. I think it was more geared towards my age (29) and younger generations who have been more exposed to social media compared to older generations but I think this could be such an important book for youngsters to read to put some context around cancel culture and what it can do. Really enjoyed this one!

A wonderfully timely read, literally couldn't put it down. Yomi writes in such a succinct way and manages to take the reader through the entire spectrum of human emotions. I'm a bit late leaving feedback on this one but I haven't stopped recommending it. So good.

I really enjoyed reading this - it was compelling and propulsive - i was desperate to know how the twists unfolded.

Such a timely novel. And extremely thought provoking. I really enjoyed discussing this brilliantly written book and the issues it raises with fellow book reviewers.