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Description
The Wakefield twins are on opposites sides; they both want their best friend to date the new boy Jeffrey. This series was created by Francine Pascal.
Quick Summary
If you're a fan of the Sweet Valley High series, this one delivers exactly what makes those books fun the Wakefield twins butting heads in the most dramatic way possible. This time around, the girls are on completely opposite sides of a question that sounds simple but turns their friendship circle upside down: should their best friend date the new boy Jeffrey? What I love about this book is how Pascal captures that middle school energy where friendship drama feels like the end of the world, and the twins' rivalry is at peak intensity here. It's a quick read that works really well for reluctant readers or anyone who likes their stories light, fast-paced, and full of relatable awkward moments. Parents will appreciate that while there's plenty of teenage tension and scheming, it's all pretty harmless fun centered on crushes and loyalty nothing too heavy or concerning. If you've already read other Sweet Valley High books and want one that really leans into the twin rivalry angle, this is a solid choice.