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The Accidental Bad Girl

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In The Accidental Bad Girl by Maxine Kaplan, the story follows Kendall, a high-achieving student who unexpectedly finds herself ostracised after one wrong decision. Navigating the murky world of high school drama, Kendall becomes entangled in a web of deception and mystery as she attempts to clear her name and reclaim her reputation. This gripping tale blends elements of suspense and self-discovery, exploring the complexities of identity and friendship.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories featuring strong, complex teen characters navigating unexpected challenges. It's perfect for those who appreciate a blend of mystery, adventure, and themes of identity and self-discovery. Readers who like a mix of drama and humour in contemporary settings might find this read particularly engaging.

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The Accidental Bad Girl

A debut YA about a good girl gone bad -- and what it means to be 'bad'

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After getting caught hooking up with her best friend's ex on the last day of junior year, Kendall starts senior year friendless and ostracized. She plans to keep her head down until she graduates. But after discovering her online identity has been hacked and she's being framed for stealing from a dealer, Kendall is drawn into a tenuous partnership with the mastermind of a drug ring lurking in the shadows of her Brooklyn private school. If she wants to repair her tattered reputation and save her neck, she'll have to decide who she really is - and own it. The longer she plays the role of "bad girl," the more she becomes her new reputation. Friends and enemies, detectives and drug dealers - no one is who they appear to be. Least of all Kendall.

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The Accidental Bad Girl by Maxine Kaplan is praised as a sharply written thriller exploring the nuances of good and bad behaviour, with a strong emphasis on self-acceptance. Reviewers commend its handling of serious issues like rape culture, bullying, and sexual double standards, while offering a sex-positive feminist perspective. It's noted for its genuine portrayal of high school drama, relevance to the #MeToo era, and insightful examination of gender bias and identity.

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ISBN: 9781419728587

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 15 May 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Amulet Books

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Maxine Kaplan was born in Washington, DC, and now lives in Brooklyn. She studied English and political science at Oberlin College and held a variety of positions in the publishing world before landing at her current job as a private investigator. The Accidental Bad Girl is her first novel.

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