How to Disappear
How to Disappear by Sharon Huss Roat, published by HarperCollins on August 15, 2017, is a young adult fiction novel that explores themes of social media and personal identity. The story follows Vicky Decker, who struggles with social anxiety and has perfected the art of blending into the background, only connecting with her best friend, Jenna. When Jenna moves away, Vicky’s loneliness drives her to create a new persona online by Photoshopping herself into others’ photos and sharing them on Instagram under the name Vicurious.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into the complexities of online interactions and the desire for connection in a digital age. As Vicky gains followers, she discovers that many others share her feelings of isolation and longing for acceptance. The book addresses contemporary social themes, including the impact of technology on relationships and self-perception. With 384 pages, this edition offers a thoughtful examination of the balance between virtual and real-life connections.
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From the author of Between the Notes comes a story that shines a light on our love of social media and how sometimes being the person you think you want to be isn’t as great as being the person you truly are. Perfect for fans of Vivi Greene’s Sing and Susane Colasanti’s Now and Forever.
Vicky Decker’s social anxiety has helped her to master the art of hiding in plain sight, appearing only to her best friend, Jenna. But when Jenna moves away, Vicky’s isolation becomes unbearable. So she decides to invent a social life by Photoshopping herself into other people’s photos and posting them on Instagram under the screen name Vicurious.
Instantly, she begins to get followers, and soon, Vicky has made a whole new life for herself without ever leaving her bedroom. But the more followers she amasses online, the clearer it becomes that there are a lot of people out there who feel like her—#alone and #ignored in real life. To help them, and herself, she must stop living vicariously and start bringing the magic of Vicurious back to life.
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