About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their teenager is facing a major life transition, such as moving to a new city or starting at a high-pressure school where social status feels like a currency. It is particularly relevant for teens struggling with feelings of being an outsider or the pressure to reinvent themselves to fit in with a wealthier or more experienced peer group. The story follows Anna Percy, an East Coast blueblood who moves to Beverly Hills to live with her estranged father. She is immediately thrust into a world of extreme wealth, celebrity weddings, and complex social hierarchies. While the setting is glamorous and risqué, the underlying themes explore the search for authentic connection and the loneliness that often hides behind a polished exterior. Parents should be aware that the book depicts a fast-paced lifestyle involving parties and underage drinking, making it most suitable for older teens who can critically navigate these themes with a sense of perspective.
