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After the Pretty Committee falls apart, Massie forms a new clique, but competition from cliques at a rival school leave Claire stuck in the middle as she is forced to declare her loyalty and choose sides. Book #13
Quick Summary
For anyone who loves a good middle-school drama with a side of humor, My Little Phony is a solid pick. The story picks up right after the Pretty Committee splinters, and Massie quickly builds a new clique, but a rival school's stylish crew throws everything into chaos, forcing Claire to pick where her loyalty lies. The book's fast-paced gossip, witty banter, and relatable social dilemmas make it easy to read in one sitting, while the occasional tense moment gives kids a chance to talk about peer pressure and friendship. It's especially a hit with readers who already enjoy the Clique series or books like Dork Diaries, and it works as a stand-alone for newcomers who just want a fun, light-hearted story about cliques and drama. Parents will appreciate that the language stays mostly clean, the conflicts are resolved in a positive way, and the book encourages honest conversations about loyalty and staying true to yourself.