"I need you," he whispered from the passenger seat. Why would I trust a bad boy? But I felt, for some reason, that I needed him to. I turned to look at him, but he was already leaning in to kiss me. Why is love so complicated? Maya Reeds is a seventeen year old girl thriving on independence and drive. She thinks boys are mindless, immature imbeciles and has steered clear of the entire concept of love in general. Her single mother is not just a role model, but an inspiration. Leaving for a business trip to China, Maya's mother has high ambitions for her future. However, she can't leave her daughter alone for all those months. That's where Carrie Groom comes in. Carrie has been friends with Maya's mom for years, and her home seems like a harmless place to stay for the duration of Maya's seeming abandonment. Never thought that Carrie could've raised a bad boy. As Maya endures this temporary move, she is sent into a whirlwind of desire, heated emotions, and betrayal- all fueled by the boy who lives just down the hall.

Taylor Smith was an Average high school girl. Captain of the cheerleading squad, straight A student, every girl wanted to be her, and every guy had to have her. Drake Owens was the new guy. Complete ladies man, Straight B student, Adventurous, And would never fall in love. But when new student,Drake comes to Taylor's school, things start to get heated up between them.So how's that no falling in love thing going for you drake?

Jetta is 15, and is from District 4. Her boyfriend, Jev, is all she ever wanted. Her best friend, Felicity, loves her so much, she would risk her life for her. She loves the district, and everything in it. But will it all be taken away in the reaping?