First published 2022
Rafi Francisco wants to break into true crime podcasting with the perfect story. She targets River Stone, the musician who became famous after his girlfriend vanished without explanation. When River headlines the luxury Fly Fest on a Caribbean island, Rafi secures a ticket among hundreds of influencers and minor celebrities. The festival turns into chaos immediately. Beyond dealing with unhinged beauty gurus and terrible internet connection, Rafi faces real danger. Her quest for an exclusive interview becomes a fight for survival. As she gets closer to River, she uncovers secrets far more sinister than she imagined. The tropical paradise transforms into a deadly trap where Rafi must navigate both the festival's breakdown and River's hidden past.
Genres: suspense, mystery, contemporary, thriller
Vibes: dark, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, fish-out-of-water
Setting: Caribbean, Fly Fest
Period: 21st-century
320 pages · Paperback · Electric Monkey
Content warnings: violence