About This Book
Reach for this book when you notice your teenager is becoming overly preoccupied with how others perceive them or is beginning to sacrifice their integrity for social validation. It speaks directly to the adolescent drive to be 'noticed' and the slippery slope of using charm to mask insecurity. The story follows a girl who discovers that being the center of attention through flirtation can alienate the people she actually cares about. This mid-80s classic explores themes of self-confidence, peer pressure, and the consequences of manipulative behavior in a high school setting. It is age-appropriate for middle and high schoolers who are navigating early romantic feelings and social hierarchies. Parents will appreciate the focus on accountability and the realization that true self-worth comes from within, rather than from a trail of broken hearts or superficial admirers.
