Oligarchy

"Oligarchy" by Scarlett Thomas follows Natasha, the daughter of a Russian oligarch, as she navigates her first day at an all-girl boarding school filled with cutthroat social dynamics, body image issues, and social media pressures. When her friend Bianca mysteriously disappears, the environment becomes increasingly sinister and surreal. This thought-provoking novel explores themes of power, privilege, and the complexities of teenage life with wit and humanity.