Behind Frenemy Lines

I suggest a deal with Principal Blythe to help me expel a student, Erika, by catching her in an act of wrongdoing. Erika agrees to the plan, but as she gets entangled in lies and moral dilemmas, she realizes that her path to Stanford is not as clear-cut as she had hoped. She must confront her own choices and decide who she really is.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 26 May 2022
Publisher: Bonnier Books Ltd

When Erika Monroe is presented with an offer that is simply too enticing to decline - a scholarship to her dream college - she agrees to join forces with Lindale High's notorious flirt and rule-breaker, Chase Thatcher, in order to orchestrate his expulsion. Her strategy is straightforward: gather evidence of Chase's wrongdoing and present it to the principal, thereby securing his removal from the school. However, as Erika becomes increasingly entangled in a web of lies, moral dilemmas, and questionable behavior, it becomes evident that her path to Stanford will not be as straightforward as she had anticipated. Moreover, she finds herself drawn to Chase's rebellious nature, as being bad feels surprisingly exhilarating.

As Erika grapples with the consequences of her actions, she must confront the true nature of her relationship with Chase and decide whether she is willing to sacrifice her own principles for the sake of her academic aspirations. Furthermore, she must navigate the complex dynamics of high school politics and confront the power dynamics that govern the social hierarchy. Ultimately, Erika's journey to Stanford will be a test of her character, resilience, and moral compass.

Weight: 280g
Dimension: 127 x 198 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781785303784