Families who loved Reality Check by Jen Calonita often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your teen is struggling with the performative nature of social media or feeling the strain of friend groups that seem more focused on appearances than authenticity. In this fast paced story, four best friends are cast in their own reality TV show, only to find that fame comes with a steep price: their privacy and their loyalty to one another. It explores the toxic nature of curated identities and the courage required to step away from the spotlight to protect what matters. This is a timely choice for middle and high schoolers who feel pressured to live their lives for an audience.