The Obsession
The Obsession by Jesse Q. Sutanto is a fast-paced teen revenge-thriller published by Sourcebooks, Incorporated in 2021. This 320-page novel is written in English and explores the intense dynamics of obsession and revenge through the lives of its characters. The story centers on Logan, who believes he and Delilah are destined to be together, while Delilah remains unaware of his fixation. Logan’s actions blur the lines between romance and stalking, leading to a tense confrontation as Delilah reveals her own hidden truths.
Readers will find a gripping narrative that delves into social themes surrounding dating and relationships, particularly the darker aspects of obsession and control. As the plot unfolds, Delilah takes a stand against the men in her life, determined to reclaim her agency. The book raises questions about the nature of relationships in the digital age, making it relevant for young adult audiences. With its thrilling twists and suspenseful pacing, The Obsession offers an engaging exploration of the complexities of modern connections.
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A fast-paced teen revenge-thriller from the author of Dial A for Aunties, The Obsession will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.
Boy Meets Girl. Boy Stalks Girl. Girl Gets Revenge.
Logan thinks he and Delilah are meant to be.
Delilah doesn’t know who Logan is.
Logan believes no one knows Delilah like him. He makes sure of it by learning everything he can by watching her through a hidden camera. Some might call him a stalker. Logan prefers to be called “romantic”.
Delilah is keeping secrets though, deadly ones. There’s so much more to her than meets the eye.
Logan is determined to make Delilah the heroine in his twisted fantasy and he’ll do anything to get what he wants.
Delilah is done with the men in her life controlling her. If Logan won’t let her go…she’ll make him.
“Sutanto has crafted a page-turning work of suspense that questions the line between romantic ‘research’ and stalking in the age of the internet, analyzing the roles played by abuse, misogyny, racism, and violence in contemporary relationships.”-Booklist
“Set against a Northern California private school backdrop, the sensational plot is riddled with twists that come at a furious pace…A suspenseful page-turner.”-Kirkus Reviews
“This tense, quick-moving thriller is also a thought-provoking story about the different shapes of abuse. Fans of high-drama fiction with a dark edge, like Karen McManus’s One of Us Is Lying or Gretchen McNeil’s #murdertrending, will be hooked.”-School Library Journal
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