Perfect World

Reach for this book when your teenager expresses a desperate need to break free from the suffocating pressure of being perfect or meeting high expectations. It speaks to the girl who feels invisible or trapped by her current social circle and is tempted to take extreme risks to find a sense of belonging. The story follows Lacie, who allows her charismatic but volatile friend Jenna to lead her into a world of runaway adventure and dangerous choices. It explores the blurred lines between loyalty and toxicity in adolescent friendships. While the themes are intense, it serves as a powerful cautionary tale about the search for identity and the consequences of looking for freedom in the wrong places. It is best suited for mature teens ready to discuss peer influence and self-worth.