Kill Your Friends by Larry Niven
Set in the hedonistic and cutthroat world of the 1990s British music industry, the story follows a ruthless A&R executive who will stop at nothing to climb the corporate ladder. With a sharp wit and a penchant for excess, he navigates a landscape filled with drugs, betrayal, and ambition, all while maintaining a facade of charm and professionalism. As he becomes increasingly entangled in his own web of deceit, the line between success and self-destruction blurs, leading to a darkly comedic and satirical exploration of the music business's underbelly.