In Sara Barnard's contemporary YA novel, Goodbye, Perfect, Eden McKinley's stable world is upended when her best friend, Bonnie, inexplicably runs away with a stranger just days before their crucial GCSE exams. Bound by a promise of secrecy, Eden finds herself at the center of a deepening mystery, forced to protect Bonnie's location while facing police scrutiny, concerned parents, and her own mounting uncertainties about friendship and loyalty.

Why You Should Read?

• Explores the complex dynamics of a deep, impactful teenage friendship.
• A compelling mystery centered on a sudden disappearance and the secrets kept.
• Examines themes of loyalty, trust, and the difficult choices made in the name of friendship.
• A powerful coming-of-age story about questioning perceptions and discovering self-identity.