The Clique #2: Best Friends for Never A Clique Novel

This second book in The Clique series plunges readers into the high-stakes social world of privileged middle schoolers. Massie Block, the queen bee, plans an epic Halloween party, but her parents' insistence on inviting the entire class, including the less popular kids, creates tension. The story explores themes of friendship, social hierarchy, crushes, jealousy, and the desire for belonging, particularly through characters like Claire, who wonders if a boyfriend will bring happiness. It's a fast-paced, humorous look at the complexities of middle school social life, offering a relatable, albeit exaggerated, portrayal of pre-teen anxieties and aspirations.