The Popular Mistake

At Crestview High, popularity isn't a privilege. It's a weapon.

There are three rules Lyra Miller has never dared to break:

Don't look at the elite.
Don't speak to the elite.
And whatever you do, stay away from Maverick Cross.

For three years, Lyra has mastered the art of being invisible. AP Biology. One best friend. Zero drama. Just enough existence to make it to graduation without becoming someone's next target.

Then Maverick Cross ruins everything.

He's reckless, unpredictable, and has the kind of reputation that makes people cross the hallway just to avoid him. When a vicious rumor threatens to get him expelled, Maverick needs an alibi-and apparently, Lyra is the perfect one

So, in front of the entire cafeteria, he grabs her hand and announces they're together.

Just like that, the invisible girl becomes the most talked-about person in school.

And Tinsley Vance-the undisputed queen of Crestview-wants her gone.

Suddenly Lyra is caught between rumors, revenge, jealous stares, and a fake boyfriend who seems far too convincing.

The plan was simple: pretend to fall for each other.

No feelings.
No attachment.
No complications.

But Maverick is starting to look at Lyra like she isn't invisible anymore.

And Lyra is beginning to wonder if the boy everyone warned her about might be the one mistake she never wants to regret.

Because sometimes the biggest mistake is the one you never planned to make.