Freeman, Shannon

High school freshman Brandi, Marisa, and Shane deal with dating, friendship, and drug addiction.

With her parents and friends distracted, Brandi buries herself online where she meets Camden, disregarding the possible dangers, then she suddenly disappears.

"Shane's father is running for public office. The family has to represent. But appearances are deceiving, and Shane's world comes crashing down. Meanwhile, Brandi must make a tough choice about her boyfriend. Or will her ex make it for her? And Marisa gets an amazing opportunity. Can she bring it to win it?"--Back cover.

Mai Pham cannot wait to return to school after holiday break and hang out with her new friend Carson, but now Carson wants to her to sing in the talent show.

Marisa has many issues, she must deal with her frenemy, her brother is hanging out with the wrong crowd, and her friends Brandi and Shave have their own problems to deal with.

Three girls who couldn't be more different from each other meet at a program for pregnant teens when the town's high school isn't an option. The girls soon learn how to rely on each other through the drama.

Brent Bonham is sent to an alternative campus after committing a crime, where he meets bully Jessa McCain.

"Emma Swanson hasn't won any popularity contests at Summit Middle School. Not that she hasn't tried. The rejection hurts. But her friendships with Mai and Carson give her confidence. She's happy to help Mai with her budding music career, until she posts a popular selfie. Then it becomes all about Emma"--Back cover.

"Mai Pham cannot wait to return to Summit Middle School after the holiday break. School was a lonely place before Carson showed up. But now Carson has gone too far. Sing in the school talent show? No way will Mai's father ever let her compete"--Back cover.

"Handling drama by yourself is never fun. New seventh grade student Carson Roberts learns the hard way not to cross the school bully, beautiful Jessa McCain. And it's only her first day! She's also made two friends in quiet Emma Swanson and shy Mai Pham"--Back cover.