Do You Follow? is a groundbreaking psychological thriller that takes you inside the minds of two twins in very different situations. They share a secret that threatens both of their lives as they know them. Exploring themes of mental illness, social media and relationships, the book is filled with unbelievable twists and turns that will keep readers in suspense until the very last page.
“First and foremost, I want this book to entertain people. I’m a long-time reader, especially of thrillers. I love being lost in a book and that’s what I wanted for my readers, to write a book they couldn’t put down,” says author JC Bidonde. Now a multi-award-winning, bestselling author, Bidonde combined her experience in TV and social media to lay the framework for the story. With a passion for mental health, Bidonde used the book as a way to reframe the stigma that surrounds those struggling with mental health issues. “I wanted to challenge social media and mental health rhetoric in a fun and entertaining way.”
The book unfolds with Alexa Martin, living a sheltered life with her widowed father. Yearning for independence, Alexa has high hopes of finally sneaking her way into adulthood when she secures a marketing job and apartment in New York City. But her newfound freedom is cut short when her estranged twin sister, Beth, unexpectedly shows up after a long stint in a psychiatric setting. So, when Alexa develops an overnight romance with a YouTuber client, Curt, Beth grows protective and territorial of Alexa. As the sisters’ bond grows strained over Alexa’s relationship and career success, questions mount, and secrets unfold, revealing the wickedly dark shared history of the twin siblings. When Beth discovers Curt has learned their horrible secret and is threatening to expose them to further his own agenda, Beth is forced to intervene, changing all of their lives forever.
The book weaves together several standout features that put it in a class of its own. Bidonde’s writing is fast-paced and immediate, with many scenes that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. The cast of diverse, three-dimensional characters leap off the page, bringing to life an exceptionally plotted story that genuinely thrills as it gets deep under the skin of its fascinating protagonist, Alexa Martin. In addition, Bidonde’s focus on integrating complex, real-world themes ties the work together in an unforgettable way, cutting through the stories we tell ourselves about the world we live in and calling our attention to the vivid realities hiding just beneath the surface.
Do You Follow? has received positive reviews from well-renowned literary organizations, authors, and reviewers around the world. D.K. Hundt writes, “Bidonde does an excellent job of dropping tidbits of detail so the reader can speculate how the story may or may not play out…[the book] included an ending I did and didn’t expect. Recommend!” In addition, Kristi M. writes, “If you like true crime then you’ll love this one with all its twists. I would definitely recommend this to friends!”
Unputdownable, emotionally chilling, and intense, Do You Follow? is available for sale on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple iBooks, and other online bookstores. Readers are encouraged to purchase their copy today: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1626349029
About the Author
JC Bidonde is the multiple award-winning, USA Today Bestselling author of Do You Follow?, a twisty psychological thriller that centers on complex family dynamics and mental health.
JC Bidonde earned a BA in Journalism from the University of Colorado and an MBA in Marketing from San Diego State University. She is a former blogger and used to work in television at ESPN and MTV.
A long-time reader and first-time author, Bidonde dreams of writing her next novel from an Italian villa in Tuscany with her husband, two dogs, and cat.To learn more, please visit: https://jcbidonde.com
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