Sixteen Candles

Sixteen Candles, part of the 'It Chicks' series, plunges readers into the bustling social lives of high school friends Skye and Tangie. As Skye prepares for her extravagant sweet sixteen party, Tangie finds herself entangled in a secret romance with a senior, leading to jealousy, shifting loyalties, and the threat of a life-changing secret being revealed. This chapter book explores themes of friendship, first love, self-confidence, and the complexities of navigating high school social dynamics, particularly for African American teens. It's a fast-paced, engaging read perfect for middle schoolers and early high schoolers who enjoy contemporary realistic fiction with a strong focus on relationships and drama.

First-day-of-school buzz? So over! It’s the end of September, and the spotlight-loving, drama-obsessed It Chicks’ lives are getting juicier by the second. /DIV With Skye getting ready for her very own “My Super Sweet Sixteen” episode on MTV, she’s finally back in the center of attention—and she and Tangie are back to BFF status. Meanwhile, when Tangie least expects it, her secret fling with senior stud Trey Stevens takes a turn that leaves everyone wondering if true players really can have a change of heart. But will Skye’s jealousy get the best of her when Tangie’s love life takes center stage? And how long can CJ keep quiet before Izzy spills the secret that’ll change Tangie’s life forever? DIV This time around, Tangie’s friendship drama takes a back seat to her romance—can they handle the heat?