The List

Yomi Adegoke

In this sensational, page-turning debut novel, a high-profile female journalist’s world is upended when her fiancé’s name turns up in a viral social media post—a nuanced, daring, and timely exploration of the real-world impact of online life, from award-winning journalist and internationally bestselling author Yomi Adegoke.

Ola Olajide, a celebrated journalist at Womxxxn magazine, is set to marry the love of her life in one month’s time. Young, beautiful, and successful—she and her fiancé Michael are considered the “couple goals” of their social network and seem to have it all. That is, until one morning when they both wake up to the same “Oh my god, have you seen The List?”  

It began as a crowdsourced collection of names and somehow morphed into an anonymous account posting allegations on social media. Ola would usually be the first to support such a list—she’d retweet it, call for the men to be fired, write article after article. Except this time, Michael’s name is on it.

Compulsively readable, wildly entertaining, and filled with sharp social insight,  The List  is a piercing and dazzlingly clear-sighted debut about secrets, lies, and the internet. Perfect for fans of  Such a Fun Age ,  Luster,  and  My Dark Vanessa , this is a searing portrait of these modern times and our morally complicated online culture.

336 pages, Paperback

First published October 3, 2023