Library picks

BFF – that’s Anjenai, Kierra and Tyler. Growing up together in an Atlanta housing project, the girls have always been there for each other. But high school is a whole new world, and the drama is just beginning. New guys, new gossip, new rivals the trio have plenty to occupy their time now that Romeo, the football star who almost cost them their friendship is out of the picture. Or is he?

High-School junior Tola Riley has green hair, a nose ring, an attitude problem, and a fondness for fairy tales. Everyone thinks she’s crazy except Mr. Mymer, her art teacher. He gets her paintings and lets her hang out in the art room during lonely lunch periods. But then rumors start flying and Tola is suddenly the center of a scandal. When Mr. Mymer is suspended for what everyone thinks is an affair, she has no choice but to break her silence.

For feisty 17-year-old Zenovia, keeping strong in her faith is an uphill battle. When the Brethren of the Sacrifice Church offers them acceptance and a chance at stability, even skeptical Zee can’t resist. Especially when Tristan, a handsome, fervent young member acts like he wants her to be his one-an-only and his older brother Justin reveals he’s more interested in Zee than he pretends.