The Other Profile

Name: The Other Profile
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781787704671
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A powerful novel that reveals the soft underbelly of Instagram’s brand activism

By Irene Graziosi

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The Other Profile by Irene Graziosi is a captivating exploration of identity and self-reflection in the digital age. It delves into the intricacies of online personas and the impact of social media on personal relationships. As characters navigate the complexities of their public and private lives, the novel raises questions about authenticity and the boundaries between real and virtual selves.
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The Other Profile

A story of conflicted friendship and its unravelling, told against the background of an ever-present, mind-twisting social media verse.

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A story of conflicted friendship and its unravelling, told against the background of an ever-present, mind-twisting social media-verse.

"A truly precious book." - Grazia

"A plot that reveals the soft underbelly of Instagram's branded activism." - Vice

Maia is 26. Stuck in a dead-end job and a dysfunctional relationship, she's treading water. Gloria, 18, is an influencer with 2 million followers, and the fragility of those who grow up too fast.

Both are bereft. Maia, of purpose, and of the sister who took her own life, even though they weren't close, and she doesn't miss her. Gloria, of someone to help her grow and become stronger, but also of ideas and words that are truly hers.

When Maia starts working for Gloria, both their lives change forever. The two young women weave a complex, intense relationship. Its yarn will unwind behind the scenes of the virtual world Gloria inhabits, and for the first time both will see themselves as they really are. But in this dangerous game of mirrors, will Maia and Gloria still be able to distinguish what belongs to whom?

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Other Profile by Irene Graziosi has been praised for its excellent writing, well-developed characters and insightful portrayal of the nuances of Instagram's branded activism, as highlighted by Vice. Grazia considers it a truly precious work, while La Lettura describes it as hypnotic. Nadeesha Uyangoda commends Graziosi for her ability to intricately depict the complexities of interpersonal connections.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781787704671

Publisher: Europa Editions (UK) Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 August 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Europa Editions (UK) Ltd

Contributors:

Translated by Lucy Rand

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 240

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About the Author

Born in Rome in 1991, Irene Graziosi started writing after getting a degree in developmental psychopathology. She writes for several magazines and newspapers, has co-founded a YouTube cultural channel for young people (and with almost 1M subscribers), and a new cultural magazine. Lucy Rand is a literary translator, editor, and English-language teacher. Her translations include the international bestseller The Phone Box at the Edge of the World by Laura Imai Messina (2021). On her blog she reviews Italian books that are not yet translated into English. She lives in Norwich, England.