Last Seen Online

'Unputdownable stories, morally grey characters you can’t help but love, and twists you’ll never see coming: Lauren James’s books are addictive nosedives into everything from space exploration to parasocial obsession.' Alice Oseman

'Insanely addictive.' Laura Steven

'Last Seen Online is the perfect read for anyone who has ever fallen deep down an internet rabbit hole. A wild trip into the world of fandom, social media and true crime, you will NOT be able to put this book down. Lauren James has cemented her place as one of the most innovative writers in YA right now – I will read anything she writes.' Laura Wood

'LAST SEEN ONLINE will have you hooked right from the off! A gripping and brilliant thriller packed with heart, comedy and mystery, it’s unputdownable. Lauren does a spectacular job of capturing internet culture and fandom, and the result is a fabulous, fast-paced story you’ll be thinking about for weeks!' Beth Reekles, author of The Kissing Booth series

'This book is a wild ride and I loved every minute of it.' Sara Barnard

'There's nothing out there quite like Last Seen Online; it is completely addictive and utterly genius and I loved every second of reading it.' Sarah Underwood

'I inhaled this book. Utterly compelling, very clever, and a thrill ride of a read. My favourite Lauren James book yet.' Katherine Webber

'WOW. This was incredible. The twists and turns of a typical crime investigation were complemented beautifully with the online articles and ‘blog posts’ throughout the novel, which I thought were really cool and are a feature I like in the author’s other work, as they provide extra depth to the story… I can’t recommend this enough! Definitely check this one out if you’re into a fun but thrilling mystery with a hint of fandom throughout, and an ending which will blow your mind.' Netgalley Reviewer

'I thoroughly enjoyed 'Last Seen Online', particularly as it touched on elements of online life I remember from my younger days (ah, nostalgia!). Lauren James has very cleverly taken a show she created for an earlier novel, and developed an entire fandom for it, writing the full 'fan treatise' speculating on the relationship between two actors, and bringing the receipts (lots of LiveJournal nostalgia!) This is definitely one I can see a LOT of our YA readers enjoying - it has murder, mystery, romance, LGBTQ+ representation, gossip, fanfiction references, scandal and thrills galore!' Netgalley Reviewer

'(Last Seen Online) was incredibly compelling but also had lots below the surface that I’'m looking forward to discovering in future rereads. Wren James is clearly someone who loves and is deeply familiar with fandom, which made this a fantastic read.' Netgalley Reviewer

'Quick paced and hard to put down - would recommend for younger YA onwards and for fans of Karen McManus and Holly Jackson.' Netgalley Reviewer

'Lauren James always delivers when it comes to unique and totally engaging stories.' Netgalley Reviewer

'I absolutely loved this book! The writing is accessible and easy to follow along but mostly it was the storyline that really intrigued me.' Netgalley Reviewer

'The novel captivates with its seamless blend of suspense, Hollywood nostalgia, and the allure of true crime intrigue, making it a compelling read for young adults and mystery enthusiasts alike.' Netgalley Reviewer

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