Drama High: Frenemies - Urban Young Adult Fiction
South Bay High wouldn't be such a bad place to go to school if it weren't for all the drama. Not that Jayd Jackson's helping matters. She's right there in the center of it all--whether she wants to be or not. Maybe it just goes with the turf. After all, there's a reason they call this place Drama High.
Story Overview
Jayd doesn't know what's going on with her girl, Nellie. Ever since she got named homecoming princess, she's been acting like Mickey and Jayd aren't her friends anymore, and she's even falling in deeper with Tania and her crew. It's amazing the girl can fit her new crown over that big head of hers.
And then there's Jayd's boyfriend Jeremy. His aloof attitude is really getting on her nerves. Jayd's even starting to question his commitment, not to mention her own. Especially since lately, all she can think about is Rah--and that surprise kiss he planted on her the other day.
What Readers Experience
This installment in the Drama High series delivers authentic portrayals of teenage friendship conflicts, romantic complications, and the social hierarchies that define high school life. Jayd Jackson's voice resonates with readers navigating similar challenges in their own lives, from shifting friendships to complicated relationship dynamics.
The narrative explores themes of loyalty, identity, and self-discovery as Jayd confronts the reality that her closest friendships may be changing. The homecoming princess storyline brings social status issues to the forefront, while the romantic tension between Jeremy and Rah adds emotional complexity to Jayd's already complicated world.
Series Context
Part of the popular Drama High series, this paperback edition continues following Jayd Jackson's journey through the halls of South Bay High. Each book in the series tackles real issues facing contemporary teens, with particular attention to African American experiences and urban youth culture.
