Kaci Bennett is Ridgemont High's Queen Bee-the girl everyone envies and fears in equal measure. With her flawless looks, manipulative charm, and ruthless ambition, Kaci has ruled the school's social hierarchy for years. But when new girl Amara Jackson arrives, Kaci's perfect world begins to crumble. Amara's quiet confidence and genuine kindness earn her the admiration of the very people Kaci once controlled, and the two quickly become rivals for the school's crown.
As Kaci's popularity wanes, her mean-girl persona spirals out of control, revealing a darker, more sinister side to her ambition. But just when it seems like Kaci's fall from grace is complete, she begins receiving anonymous threats that dredge up a buried secret from her past—one she's worked desperately to keep hidden.
The notes grow increasingly threatening, and Kaci becomes consumed with paranoia, unsure who to trust or how far her tormentor will go. When strange events unfold, and an ominous figure begins shadowing her every move, Kaci realizes her secret isn't just at risk of being exposed-it could destroy her entire life.
As Kaci's carefully constructed world unravels, she's forced to confront the darkness within herself and the choices that led her to this moment. But in the fight to regain control, Kaci learns the hard way that some battles can't be won—and some enemies are closer than she thinks.
The story culminates in a shocking cliffhanger that leaves readers questioning whether
Kaci's biggest threat is the person behind the notes... or Kaci herself.
A tale of betrayal, secrets,
and the high cost of ambition, this dark and gripping novel
dives into the cutthroat world of high school hierarchy—and the haunting consequences of a past that refuses to stay buried.
Details
- Publication Date
- Jan 26, 2025
- Language
- English
- ISBN
- 9781300639824
- Category
- Young Adult
- Copyright
- All Rights Reserved - Standard Copyright License
- Contributors
- By (author): Daniel Holback, By (artist): Daniel Holback
Specifications
- Pages
- 85
- Binding Type
- Paperback Perfect Bound
- Interior Color
- Color
- Dimensions
- US Trade (6 x 9 in / 152 x 229 mm)