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If I Disappear

  • Writer: Lesley Goldthorpe
    Lesley Goldthorpe
  • Dec 26, 2025
  • 1 min read

If I Disappear is dark, unsettling, and quietly addictive. It follows Sera, a woman who becomes obsessed with a true-crime podcast hosted by a glamorous influencer who suddenly vanishes. When the podcast host disappears, Sera inserts herself into the story—and that’s when things start to spiral.

This book really nails the creepiness of parasocial relationships and internet obsession. Sera is not a traditionally likable narrator, but she’s fascinating in that uncomfortable, can’t-look-away way. You’re never quite sure how much to trust her, which adds to the tension and keeps you second-guessing everything.

The atmosphere is moody and claustrophobic, and the story leans more psychological than action-heavy. It’s less about big twists and more about dread, control, and the darker corners of fandom culture. Brazier does a great job exploring how easily admiration can slide into fixation.

 
 
 

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