Author Description

Los Angeles mega influencer Samantha Sinclair has built a life of luxury and control, thriving in a world of curated posts, high-end collaborations, and exclusive events. But her carefully constructed reality begins to unravel after a violent attack at Le Cher, a glamorous rooftop restaurant in Downtown L.A. As Samantha grapples with the aftermath, she uncovers a chilling truth: she’s being targeted by a killer who is methodical, unrelenting, and driven by a reason that leads straight to her. Influencers like her are only the beginning. Her once-safe sanctuary, a meticulously restored family home, starts to feel fragile as its warmth is shadowed by the growing threat. Nowhere feels truly untouched. Through it all, Samantha finds an anchor in Michael Theodorou, a steady and caring presence in her increasingly chaotic life. Their connection deepens as he becomes both her protector and confidant. But love proves complicated when danger looms and trust is hard to give. Their growing bond is tested as Samantha is forced to rely on him in ways she never imagined. As the killer tightens his grip, Samantha must confront her past, her family’s secrets, and her deepest fears. Set against the glittering but cutthroat world of Los Angeles influencer culture, this psychological thriller is as much a story of survival as it is about love, resilience, and rediscovering one’s identity in the face of unimaginable danger. The Hashtag Killer: Awakening is the first in a raw, high-stakes series where beauty, fame, and fear collide. And Samantha’s fight for survival is only beginning.