Rumors

Reach for this book when your teen is navigating the complex pressures of social reputation, the weight of family expectations, or the sting of peer betrayal. Set against the glamorous backdrop of Gilded Age New York, this sequel explores how public perception can collide with private truth. It is a sophisticated look at how secrets can be used as both shields and weapons. While the story is filled with historical fashion and high-society balls, it centers on the heavy emotional toll of maintaining a 'perfect' image. Parents might choose this for a teen who enjoys historical fiction or soap-opera-style drama, providing a safe space to discuss the dangers of gossip and the importance of personal integrity when the world is watching. It deals with themes of social climbing and romantic deception, making it best suited for older teens.