Thank you, NetGalley, for this book.
As I was reading this, I kept thinking this is what students should read instead of A Separate Peace. The story takes place in 1951-52 at Bellerton College for Women. Six teens, “The Belles,” form a tight-knit group. As freshmen, they push the boundaries of the school’s rules. But, as told in the chapters set in 2002, we learn that not all of them were successful in staying true to themselves.
Deena is the outcast who has ingratiated herself into the group. The girls often play tricks on the housemother and regularly break curfew. But as some of their precious things go missing, no one can believe that anyone within their group would do such a thing as steal. Deena, especially, has to be careful so her lack of wealth isn’t discovered by these girls. This book was really great, and even though some of the characters are obnoxious, they were also a lot of fun.
Pleasant Nights 