Tell Me About Messy

Melissa "Messy" Reyes has never lived up to her nickname. She's neat, predictable, and has her entire future color-coded in a planner. But after a humiliating mix-up at a community fundraiser, she is mistaken for another girl-the infamous "Messy" who left town months ago with a trail of rumors. Before Melissa can correct it, she's swept into the chaotic orbit of the Carter family, who were close to the original Messy.
The Carters are everything Melissa isn't: loud, unpredictable, and full of unspoken tensions and fierce loyalty. Between late-night dares, crowded family dinners, and a house that always feels alive, Melissa begins to discover a side of herself she's kept hidden-reckless, bold, a little messy.
Caught between Eli, the steady golden boy who makes her feel safe, and Dane, the reckless brother who makes her feel alive, Melissa's life spins further out of control. The longer she plays along, the harder it is to admit the truth: she isn't the girl everyone thinks she is.
When the real "Messy" returns, Melissa has to face the fallout of her lies-and decide whether perfection is worth holding onto, or if embracing the chaos of being messy might be the most honest thing she's ever done.