In Kyla Zhao’s dazzling debut, a working-class woman infiltrates Singapore’s elite to chase her dream—at the risk of losing herself.
Samantha Song has always longed to write for a high-society magazine, but financial struggles and her low status keep that dream out of reach. Stuck in a dull PR job, she envies her wealthy friend Anya—until a chance meeting with Timothy Kingston, heir to a powerful family, opens the door to the glamorous world she craves.
With Anya and Timothy’s help, Samantha dives into Singapore’s social scene, hoping to catch the eye of a top magazine editor. But fake designer looks and borrowed status can only take her so far. As a ruthless gossip columnist hunts for scandals, Samantha must decide how far she’ll go to live the life she’s always wanted—before it all comes crashing down.