Amina Akhtar is a former fashion writer and editor. She’s worked at Vogue, Elle.com, Style.com, NYTimes.com, and NYMag.com where she was the founding editor of The Cut blog. She’s written for numerous publications, including Yahoo Style, Fashionista, xoJane, Refinery29, Billboard, and for brands like Bergdorf Goodman and H&M’s 10 Years of Style tome. After toiling in the fashion ranks for over fifteen years, she now writes full time in the desert mountains, where she’s detoxing from her once glam life. #FashionVictim is Amina’s first novel.
youthjuice (2024) E K Sathue "youthjuice is a shocking dive into the depths of what we will do to stay young and beautiful. It's brutal, funny, poignant, and one of the most entertaining books I've read in ages. E.K. Sathue's prose is devastatingly elegant. A must-read, but you may question your beauty habits after!"
Hurt Mountain (2024) Angela Crook "Angela Crook's Hurt Mountain is a riveting family drama and asks, What happens to those who survive a crime? To the parents when a child is taken? How does anyone pick up the pieces that are shattered? This book dives into that and so much more. I was hooked by the tense emotions, and the mystery at the heart of this book was so well done. I can't wait to see what the author does next!"
Hurt for Me (2024) Heather Levy "Hurt for Me is a sexy, nonstop thriller full of kink, fun, and murder. It's both provocative and illuminating, and Heather Levy nails it or, rather, paddles it. A must-read for anyone who likes their mysteries with a side of bondage."
The Night of the Storm (2024) Nishita Parekh "A heart-stopping, fast-paced murder mystery wrapped up in family drama that is irresistible. A Desi 'Clue,' this story dives into the life of an immigrant woman trying to survive, while all around her people are struggling under the weight of cultural expectations. I couldn't stop reading this and want more from Parekh!"
Mother Howl (2023) Craig Clevenger "Mother Howl is unlike anything you've read or will read. Truly a stunning work."
Billie Starr's Book of Sorries (2022) Deborah E Kennedy "Billie Starr's Book of Sorries is such an incredibly touching dive into the world of a struggling single mom who has to make bad decisions for the good of her daughter. This book is searingly honest about small town life, and the claustrophobia that comes with it. There are no bad people, just bad choices. Loved reading this, and can't wait for more from Deborah Kennedy!"
Watch Out for Her (2022) Samantha M Bailey "A deep dive into a world of secrets, where no one is who you think they are, and everyone has something to hide. Bailey's deft hand at ratcheting tension makes this an exquisite read. It will suck you in and you'll love every moment of it!"
After You Died (2021) (AfterLife , book 1) Dea Poirier "AFTER YOU DIED is one of the more riveting books I’ve read in ages. Dea Poirer pulls you in from the very first chapter, and takes you on one hell of a journey. Get this book for the genre-bending, stay for the incredibly gorgeous writing."
Bath Haus (2021) P J Vernon "Bath Haus gave me non-stop anxiety and thrills, and I unraveled while watching Oliver weave webs of lies and deceit. There’s a new domestic suspense thriller joining the pantheon of all time greats. You won’t be able to stop reading, but you’ll also be terrified of what comes next. Utterly brilliant."
Behind the Red Door (2020) Megan Collins "Behind the Red Door is stunning in every way. Fern Douglas digs her fingers into your brain until you're hooked and want more. I'm still reeling from this. Megan Collins is a masterful writer and this novel is full of twists you didn't expect. It will leave you breathless and shaking in the best way."
Untamed Shore (2020) Silvia Moreno-Garcia "Untamed Shore is a masterpiece. I loved this book, and can’t get Viridiana out of my head. Silvia Moreno-Garcia’s characters are unforgettable and no one and nothing is quite what they seem. I devoured this like one of Viridiana’s sharks. Truly a stunning work."
