About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is struggling with the friction of a blended family or intense feelings of sibling rivalry. While it is a high-stakes horror novel, it speaks directly to the internal chaos of feeling displaced by a newcomer in your own home. The story follows Brenda, whose life is turned upside down when her cousin Halley moves in and seemingly begins to steal her friends, her crush, and her sanity. As the suspense builds toward a chaotic Halloween party, the book explores themes of jealousy and the thin line between frustration and rage. Parents should know this is a classic 90s teen thriller with campy, slasher-style suspense. It is best suited for readers aged 12 and up who enjoy popcorn-style horror that provides a safe outlet for exploring difficult interpersonal emotions.
