About This Book
Reach for this book if your teen is struggling with the toxic pressure of high achievement or seems to be defining their entire worth through competition and social status. This dark academic thriller follows Rory, a scholarship student who will stop at nothing to land the lead in her school musical. It is a sophisticated, intense look at the dark side of ambition, perfectionism, and the ways we justify hurting others to get what we want. Parents should be aware that Rory is an intentional antihero who makes morally questionable choices. It is best suited for older teens (14 and up) who enjoy complex psychological dramas and can handle themes of manipulation, body image, and peer cruelty. It offers a powerful opening to discuss the difference between healthy drive and destructive obsession.
