Iman Hariri-Kia Books

Noora's life feels off track as she navigates her aspirations as a writer and blogger in New York, currently tutoring wealthy Upper East Side kids while crashing on her sister's couch. Thankfully, she has her sister Leila as a support and the influential pages of Vinyl magazine, which have shaped her views and experiences. When Noora secures a coveted position as assistant to Loretta James, Vinyl's iconic editor-in-chief, she believes she's finally on the right path. However, Loretta proves to be an unhinged nightmare, struggling to adapt to a changing media landscape. Noora's phone buzzes with Loretta's bizarre demands, particularly aimed at undermining the success of Jade Aki, Vinyl's talented digital director. The reality of her job is far from what she envisioned, and a misguided crush on the attractive IT guy complicates matters further. As tensions rise between Loretta's old-school print team and Jade's digital crew, Noora finds herself caught in the crossfire. With her dream job at stake, she must decide whether to choose a side or carve out her own path amidst the chaos.

The story follows Rose Aslani, a reporter grappling with the fallout of her viral article that exposed Poppy Hastings, a notorious scam artist who has now become a beloved celebrity after her release from prison. As Poppy's fame skyrockets, Rose is consumed by guilt and a desire to uncover the truth about Poppy's past crimes, enlisting the help of a rogue FBI agent. This campy and satirical tale critiques modern celebrity culture while delivering a thrilling and humorous narrative filled with unexpected twists.