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Sweet Valley High
Series · 144
books · 1983-1998

Books in series

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#1

Double Love

1983

Will Jessica steal Todd from Elizabeth? Elizabeth and Jessica Wakefield are identical twins at Sweet Valley High. They're both popular, smart, and gorgeous, but that's where the similarity ends. Elizabeth is friendly, outgoing, and sincere—nothing like her snobbish and conniving twin. Jessica gets what she wants—at school, with friends, and especially with boys. This time, Jessica has set her sights on Todd Wilkins, the handsome star of the basketball team—the one boy that Elizabeth really likes. Elizabeth doesn't want to lose him, but what Jessica wants, Jessica usually gets ... even if it ends up hurting her sister. Meet the Wakefield twins, their guys, and the rest of the gang at Sweet Valley High....
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#2

Secrets

1983

Beautiful and ruthless, Jessica Wakefield is determined to be chosen queen of the fall dance at Sweet Valley High. If she can win the contest, she's sure to win Bruce Patman, the most sought after boy in school. The only person standing in Jessica's way is Enid Rollins. When Jessica discovers the truth about Enid's past, she knows the crown is within her grasp. She doesn't care that Enid is her twin sister Elizabeth's best friend—or that revealing the secret may cost Enid both her reputation and the boy she loves. Only Elizabeth can save Enid from Jessica's vicious gossip—but can she stop her scheming twin in time?
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#3

Playing with Fire

1983

Watch out, Sweet Valley High! Once again, Jessica Wakefield has gotten her way. Fresh from her greatest social triumph, Jessica proceeds to sink her hooks into rich, handsome Bruce Patman, the most eligible, sought-after guy at SVH. Or has Bruce gotten his hooks into Jessica? Elizabeth, Jessica's twin, notices a big change in her sister. Suddenly Jessica's following Bruce everywhere and dropping everything just to spend time with him. Elizabeth doesn't trust Bruce one bit - he's arrogant, demanding, and way too fast. Jessica can usually hold her own with any guy, but this time Elizabeth's afraid her sister may be going too far...
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#4

Power Play

1983

Robin Wilson wants to join Pi Beta Alpha, Sweet Valley High's highly selective sorority. She may not be beautiful or popular, but she's friendly and smart. So when Elizabeth nominates her for the sorority, Jessica is less than thrilled. She is determined to find a way to keep Robin from Pi Beta. But Elizabeth is just as determined to make Robin a sorority sister, and the twins become locked in a struggle that develops into the biggest power play at Sweet Valley High. Who will prevail? Which twin will triumph? What happens when sisters go head-to-head?
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#5

All Night Long

1984

"Has Jessica gone too far?" Elizabeth Wakefield knows her beautiful twin can handle almost any guy—most boys are just no match for Jessica's seductive charms. But Scott Daniels, Jessica's latest love, is more of a man than a boy, much older and much more experienced than anyone Jessica's ever dated. When Jessica sneaks off to a college beach party with Scott, Elizabeth's afraid of what could happen. And when her twin sister isn't back by morning, Elizabeth's fear turns to alarm. Why has she stayed out all night long?
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#6

Dangerous Love

1984

The end of the road for Todd and Elizabeth? One of the strictest rules in the Wakefield house is "No motorcycles." Ever since their cousin was killed in a crash, Elizabeth and Jessica have been forbidden to go near them. So when Elizabeth's boyfriend Todd drives up on a shiny new Yamaha, she knows there's trouble ahead. She can't ride Todd's bike, but other girls can and do. And sight of those girls riding with their arms around Todd is making Elizabeth crazy with jealousy. Todd tells her not to worry, but Elizabeth's scared of losing him. Will Todd's new bike drive them apart?
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#7

Dear Sister

1984

Sweet Valley is stunned by the news: Beautiful young Elizabeth Wakefield lies in a coma, on the brink of death after a horrible motorcycle accident. Elizabeth's boyfriend Todd is consumed by guilt; he was driving and escaped unharmed. He feels totally helpless. All he can do is wait for a change in Elizabeth's condition—a change that might mean the loss of the only girl he's ever loved. But no one is more shattered than Elizabeth's twin, Jessica. As she keeps watch over the silent body of her sister, she's overwhelmed by despair. Without Elizabeth, can life go on?
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#8

Heart Breaker

1984

A story out of the Sweet Valley High series. Beloved young-teen series, a collection worth saving for your child.
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#9

Racing Hearts

1984

Love on the run... Roger Barrett has always had a hopeless crush on glamorous, wealthy Lila Fowler. The only attention Lila ever pays to him, though, is to make fun of him in front of her friends. But why shouldn't she, he thinks. After all, he's clumsy and shy and works secretly as a janitor after school. When Roger wins the qualifying heat for a big race, he becomes a school celebrity overnight. And to his surprise, even Lila starts to chase after him. But Roger knows if he runs in the race finals, he'll lose his job. Will Lila still notice him when he's no longer a star?
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#10

Wrong Kind of Girl

1984

Jessica's at it again! Jessica Wakefield has sworn never to allow Annie Whitman onto the Sweet Valley High cheering squad. Annie may have the beauty, talent, and spirit to be a cheerleader, but she also has the worst reputation in school. She goes out with a different boy every night, and all the kids call her "Easy Annie" behind her back. Jessica's pulling every devilish trick to keep Annie from ruining the cheerleaders' image. Only Elizabeth, Jessica's twin, knows what Annie's really like. But can she change her sister's mind before Jessica shatters Annie's dreams?
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#11

Too Good to be True

1984

A devil in disguise. The Wakefield twins are wild with excitement. Glamorous, sophisticated Susan Devlin is coming to Sweet Valley from New York City. For two weeks, Elizabeth will show her around town while Jessica has the time of her life in New York. At first, Suzanne seems to be the most perfect girl in the world. She's beautiful and friendly and not the least bit stuck-up. All the boys of Sweet Valley are absolutely crazy about her. But when Suzanne accuses Mr. Collins of trying to seduce her, Elizabeth knows there's more to Suzanne than meets the eye.
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#12

When Love Dies

1984

Book by Francine Pascal
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#13

Kidnapped!

1984

A living nightmare . . . Elizabeth Wakefield never imagined that her evening of volunteer work at Sweet Valley's hospital would turn into the most horrifying night of her life. But when a strong hand clamps a chloroformed rag over her mouth and she is pulled from her car, Elizabeth's hellish ordeal begins. When she regains consciousness, Elizabeth finds herself tied to a chair in an isolated shack. She has been kidnapped - by Carl, a lonely and disturbed orderly from the hospital. Elizabeth doesn't know what Carl wants from her, but it's clear he's on the brink of insanity. Somehow Elizabeth must escape - before it's too late!
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#14

Deceptions

1984

Although Elizabeth Wakefield knows that Todd is the only boy for her, she agrees to go out with handsome, wealthy Nicholas. She later learns that Jessica is interested in Nicholas. Can she keep Todd and Jessica from finding out?
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#15

Promises

1984

Bad girl in town ... Steven Wakefield is crushed when his girlfriend, Tricia, dies after a tragic illness. The only things that keep him going are the memory of their love and his promise to Tricia to take care of her sister, Betsy, after she's gone. Betsy Martin's wild exploits with drink, drugs, and boys have left her with the worst reputation in Sweet Valley. But when Steven takes her into the Wakefield home, Betsy makes a promise to change. And as her goodness grows, so does her love for Steven. Jessica, Steven's conniving younger sister, doesn't like this one bit. She makes a little promise of her own to get Betsy out of the house and out of Steven's life... forever!
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#16

Rags to Riches

1985

Roger strikes it rich ... No one would have guessed that Roger Barrett, the poorest boy in Sweet Valley, was really one of the Patmans, the wealthiest family in town. But when Roger's mother dies, the secret of his birth is revealed, and overnight he becomes a millionaire! Immediately Jessica Wakefield sets her sights on Roger and his newfound wealth. Only one thing stands in her way—Olivia Davidson, Roger's longtime girlfriend. But not for long. Jessica has a surefire plan to take care of her!
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#17

Love Letters

1985

Make-believe romance... Caroline Pearce has always been one of the least popular girls at Sweet Valley High. But when she invents a new out-of-town boyfriend, people finally start to pay attention to her. Brown-eyed, six foot Adam and his romantic love letters are the talk of the school. Caroline has everyone fooled - even clever Jessica Wakefield. But what begins as a bid for love and attention quickly becomes the worst jam of Caroline's life, when her friends insist on meeting the boyfriend she's been bragging about. Can Caroline keep the truth a secret, or will her lies be her downfall?
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#18

Head Over Heels

1985

Bruce Patman and Regina Morrow in love? No one at Sweet Valley High can believe it. Regina is beautiful and shy, one of the nicest girls at school. Bruce is a real snob, and the only person he's ever cared about is himself. Jessica Wakefield figures the romance can't last. She knows Bruce too well. She's even willing to bet Lila Fowler that Bruce and Regina break up within two weeks. The stakes are high, and Jessica can't afford to lose. If she has her way, Regina and Bruce won't be happy for long.
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#19

Showdown

1985

More than she bargained for... When Lila Fowler's mysterious new boyfriend finally appears at her pool party, Jessica Wakefield is dazzled. Jack is handsome, sexy, and exciting - even more perfect than Lila described him. So Jessica wastes no time making sure he notices her, too. Unknown to Lila, Jack dates both girls - Jessica during the week and Lila on weekends. But the sight of Lila's happy face on Monday mornings is more than Jessica can stand! Jessica's twin sister, Elizabeth, warns her to drop Jack before she really gets hurt. But Jessica would rather get Lila out of the picture. Then Jack will be hers - all hers.
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#20

Crash Landing!

1985

George Warren's plans to break up with his girlfriend, Enid Rollins, are complicated when she is seriously injured in the crash landing of a plane that he had been flying
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#21

Runaway

1985

Jessica's had it with Sweet Valley... Jessica Wakefield is sick and tired of taking second place to her twin sister, Elizabeth. Everyone adores Elizabeth; she's kind and loving and generous. But Jessica can't seem to do anything right. Then Jessica meets handsome, sensitive Nicky Shepard, who feels the same way she does. Nicky is running away to San Francisco and wants Jessica to join him. At first she doesn't take him seriously. But when things reach the breaking point at home, Jessica starts to see that she might be better off if she left Sweet Valley - forever! UK edition of ISBN 0553249940
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#22

Too Much in Love

1985

Hanging on for love... Bill Chase and DeeDee Gordon have been happy together for a long time. But lately DeeDee has become too dependent on Bill. She wants to do everything and go everywhere with him. Bill feels that he doesn't have any room to breathe and decides it's over between them. Elizabeth doesn't know why DeeDee is acting the way she is, but she knows DeeDee's strange behavior is killing her relationship. Can Elizabeth help DeeDee regain her strength and independence before its too late?
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#23

Say Goodbye

1985

This is a further title featuring the Wakefield twins and their friends at Sweet Valley High.
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#24

Memories

1985

Torn apart by love... The Wakefield twins' older brother, Steven, hasn't dated anyone since his girlfriend died of leukemia. He can't even look at another girl without thinking of his beloved Tricia. But Steven is drawn to Cara Walker. Sweet Valley's biggest flirt and gossip has changed. Her parents have divorced, and her father and brother have moved away. Cara understands the pain of losing someone. When Tricia's sister Betsy sees Steven and Cara dancing together at a party, she accuses Steven of forgetting about Tricia. Steven is torn by Betsy's bitter accusation. He can't deny his attraction to Cara. But how can he ever love another girl after Tricia?
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#25

Nowhere to Run

1985

What will The Droids do without Emily? Elizabeth Wakefield is surprised when Emily Mayer tells her she wants to join the school newspaper. After all, Emily's a musician, not a writer. Why would The Droids' crack drummer turn to writing, especially when the band is so popular? Emily confides to Elizabeth that she's having problems at home. Her stepmother has imposed a strict curfew and gets annoyed whenever Emily practices her drumming. What's worse, Emily's father seems to agree with his new wife. Emily's certain her stepmother is out to get her—and she's succeeding. Can Elizabeth help Emily before the situation at the Mayer home reaches the breaking point?
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#26

Hostage!

1986

Regina's life - in jeopardy... When Elizabeth Wakefield learns that Regina Morrow has returned unexpectedly to Sweet Valley from Switzerland, she drops by to visit. A strange woman answers the door and says Regina cannot have visitors. With the help of Jessica, her twin, and Bruce Patman, Regina's boyfriend, Elizabeth discovers that Regina and her parents are being held hostage! If Elizabeth calls the police, the Morrows may be killed. So she, Bruce, Jessica, and Regina's brother, Nicholas, vow to rescue the Morrows on their own - before the kidnappers take desperate action!
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#27

Lovestruck

1986

ROMANCE NOVEL.
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Alone in the Crowd

1986

Secret song... Lynne Henry is tall, awkward, and painfully shy. The one bright spot in her life is her songwriting. In her room, playing her guitar, Lynne forgets how lonely she is and becomes someone special. When The Droids, Sweet Valley High's most popular rock band, announce a songwriting contest, Lynne enters it. But she is so insecure about her talent that she submits her song anonymously. As soon as they hear Lynne's song, The Droids know they've got a winner. Guy Chesney, the attractive lead guitarist for the band, vows to find the songwriter, no matter how long it takes. Only Elizabeth Wakefield knows Lynne's secret. Can she persuade Lynne to come out into the open and share her talent, or is Lynne destined to remain unnoticed? UK edition of ISBN 0553256459
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#29

Bitter Rivals

1986

Three's a crowd... Elizabeth Wakefield is ecstatic. Her dearest childhood friend, Amy Sutton, is moving back to Sweet Valley. Elizabeth can't wait to see her again and introduce Amy to her current best friend, Enid Rollins. Amy is an undeniable hit at Sweet Valley High. She's glamorous and vivacious, and she becomes the newest member of the cheerleading squad. But to Elizabeth's shock, Amy and Enid seem to be heading for a showdown. Will the prospect of having two best friends leave Elizabeth with none?
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#30

Jealous Lies

1986

Backstabber... It's pledge season for Pi Beta Alpha, and everyone in the exclusive Sweet Valley High sorority expects Sandra Bacon to nominate her best friend, Jean West. But Sandra's tired of always hearing about Jean's perfect figure, terrific grades, and fantastic cheerleading. The sorority is the only thing Sandra has that Jean doesn't, and even though Jean is her best friend, Sandra wants to keep Pi Beta Alpha for herself. When Sandra unwillingly becomes Jean's pledge sponsor, she's determined to do everything she can to insure Jean doesn't make it through the pledge period. But how far can Sandra go and still remain friends with Jean?
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#31

Taking Sides

1986

A matchmaking duel... Jeffrey French has been at Sweet Valley High for only one week, and already he's made quite an impression—especially with the girls. Enid Rollins has a crush on the rugged junior, but just as she's about to claim Jeffrey for her own, Lila Fowler declares that Jeffrey is just the boy for her. Elizabeth Wakefield isn't about to let Lila steal Jeffrey from her best friend. And when Jessica, Elizabeth's twin, finds out her sister is helping Enid, she vows to do whatever she can to help Lila. Jessica's not going to stand for Jeffrey ending up with Enid, and she's certainly not going to let herself be outwitted by her own twin!
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#32

The New Jessica

1986

Tired of being mistaken for her identical twin sister, Elizabeth, Jessica Wakefield undergoes a complete makeover, dyes her hair black, and begins wearing outrageous clothes
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#33

Starting Over

1986

The last chance... Sally Larson is thrilled when she moves in with her cousin Dana's family. After years of living in foster homes, Sally longs to have a real home, and she's determined to make a good impression. As long as Sally lets Dana control her life, she feels she'll be accepted. After all, her cousin is pretty, popular, and the lead singer for The Droids, Sweet Valley High's smash rock band. Sally even hopes to overcome the resentment of Dana's brother, Jeremy. But when Dana begins to resent her, too, Sally's afraid she'll have to leave—and she knows this is her last chance to make a life for herself. Will Sally ever be able to call Sweet Valley home?
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#34

Forbidden Love

1987

Maria Santelli's engagement to Michael Harris is the talk of Sweet Valley High, but they must keep it a secret from their parents. Years ago, the two families had a huge argument, and Michael and Maria were forbidden to see each other. At first, the sparkle in Maria's eyes nearly matches the sparkle of her diamond ring. But being engaged isn't as easy as Maria had expected. She's used to doing things on her own; but not Michael acts as if he owns her . He's even jealous of her helping Winston Egbert with his campaign for Student Council. Maria's beginning to think that she and Michael were happier before their engagement. Will Michael and Maria resolve their differences and go ahead with their wedding plans? Or will their secret engagement destroy their relationship forever?
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#35

Out of Control

1987

Mad at the world... Aaron Dallas, the handsome co-captain of the Sweet Valley High soccer team, used to be friendly and likeable. But suddenly he's changed. He explodes whenever the smallest thing goes wrong, and lashes out at everyone, including his teammates and his girlfriend, Heather. Elizabeth Wakefield is concerned about the change in Aaron. Her boyfriend, Jeffrey French, is Aaron's best friend. Jeffrey keeps making excuses for Aaron, and Elizabeth can't persuade him that his best friend really needs help - until Jeffrey himself becomes the target of Aaron's rage.
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#36

Last Chance

1987

The final test... Dropout Johanna Porter knows that the students at Sweet Valley High are shocked to see her back in classes. She's never done well in school. Now, with everyone talking about her behind her back, she's finding it practically impossible to succeed. But Johanna's determined to stick with it. Peter DeHaven is one of the reasons Johanna wants to stay. She's always had a crush on him, and she thinks he likes her, too. When Peter's girlfriend, Amy, is away for the weekend, Peter and Johanna go out and have a great time. But when she sees Peter at school, he ignores her. Is Peter like all the others who think Johanna's just a failure? Can she prove once and for all that she can make it at Sweet Valley High?
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#37

Rumors

1987

Painful lies... It's every girl's dream at Sweet Valley High to attend the fabulous Bridgewater Ball, and Susan Stewart has the chance to go with handsome, wealthy Gordon Stoddard. Nobody knows where Susan gets her money and style - or who her real parents are - but everyone agrees she's beautiful, friendly, and fun to be with. Then jealous Lila Fowler starts spreading vicious rumors about Susan's mother - who she really is and why she abandoned Susan. No one wants to talk to Susan anymore, not even Gordon. To clear her name, Susan has to find out the truth about her parents. But is she better off not knowing?
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#38

Leaving Home

1987

Separate ways... Elizabeth Wakefield has always dreamed of visiting the beautiful mountains of Switzerland, so she's thrilled when she has a chance to attend an exclusive Swiss boarding school. As much as she loves Sweet Valley, Elizabeth is positive the romantic, snow-covered Swiss countryside would provide the perfect inspiration for her writing. The thought of losing her sister has Elizabeth's identical twin, Jessica, in a panic! How would she survive without her very best friend in the world? Jessica just can't Elizabeth go, so she devises a plan to make sure her twin won't leave Sweet Valley. Will Jessica's scheme to keep Elizabeth home work - or will it end up driving her away forever?
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#39

Secret Admirer

1987

After persuading shy Penny Ayala to place an ad in the "Personals" column of the school paper, Elizabeth is upset when Penny receives an answer from an admirer—who turns out to be a group of boys playing a prank
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#40

On the Edge

1987

Headed for trouble... Regina Morrow and Bruce Patman have been going together for months. But when beautiful, devious Amy Sutton is paired up with Bruce on a school project, she schemes to steal him away from Regina. Little by little Bruce's resistance to Amy's charm begins to crumble. Regina is furious when she discovers that Bruce has been seeing Amy behind her back. Hurt and betrayed, she turns to Justin Belson, a troubled senior at Sweet Valley High. Regina's friends are worried. They think Justin and his crowd are bad news - it's rumored that some of them are drug users. Is Regina on a dangerous course?
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#41

Outcast

1987

No one to turn to... Ever since Regina Morrow's tragic death at Molly Hecht's party, everyone has been treating Molly as if she has the plague. Nobody at school wants to talk to her, her parents have permanently grounded her, and even her good friend Justin Belson is avoiding her. Every time Molly tries to make amends, nobody will listen. So when Buzz, a drug dealer who's hiding from the police, calls Molly and announces he's leaving town, she's more than ready to go with him. She'd rather flee to Mexico with Buzz than walk the halls of Sweet Valley High alone. Only Elizabeth senses that Molly is troubled, but even she may be too late to stop her from running away with a fugitive.
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#42

Caught in the Middle

1987

Off-limits... Sandra Bacon has finally found a boy to love. Manuel Lopez is kind, sensitive, and handsome, and he cares about Sandra as much as she cares about him. But there is one problem: Sandy's parents don't approve of Manuel. So the couple must keep their love and their precious moments together a secret. Then eyewitnesses place Manuel at the scene of a life-threatening accident, and only Sandy can clear his name. If she tells the truth, she may lose her parents' trust and love; but if she doesn't, she will certainly lose Manuel forever.
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#43

Hard Choices

1988

No life of her own ... Enid Rollins can hardly wait for her grandmother to come live with her and her mother. But when she arrives, Enid is dismayed that the kind, sprightly woman she remembered is now burdensome and demanding. Because Enid's mother works long hours and is often out with her boyfriend, Enid finds herself making all sorts of sacrifices to please her grandmother. She skips school events and even stands up her best friend, Elizabeth Wakefield. Worst of all, she never has any time for her boyfriend, Hugh. It's beginning to look as if Enid may have to say good-bye to someone she loves.
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#44

Pretenses

1988

Too much mystery ... Cara Walker feels that her boyfriend, Steven Wakefield, isn't paying enough attention to her. Suddenly he's acting aloof and withdrawn. Cara's good friend Jessica, Steven's sister, suggests that Cara add some mystery to the relationship. When Cara takes Jessica's advice, it backfires. Steven starts to act even more distant, and Cara is sure he's hiding something. He used to confide in her, but now it seems he's tuming to his sister Elizabeth's friend Abbie Richardson. Will Cara discover Steven's secret before she's replaced by someone new?
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#45

Family Secrets

1988

See no evil... Elizabeth and Jessica Wakefield are thrilled when their cousin Kelly Bates arrives in Sweet Valley. Kelly's mother is planning to remarry and hopes that living with the Wakefields for a while will prepare Kelly for life with a new stepfather and two stepbrothers. As soon as Kelly arrives she shocks her cousins by going out with troublemaker Kirk Anderson. Then she announces her plans to stay in Sweet Valley and live with her father. She says he's the perfect dad, but that's not the way it looks to the twins. Their cousin seems to have a blind spot when it comes to her father, as well as to Kirk. Will Kelly find out what's keeping her from seeing the truth?
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#46

Decisions

1988

Pressure from her aunt to apply for admission to Sarah Lawrence forces Robin Wilson into a difficult choice between family loyalty and her own wishes to attend a local university with her boyfriend, George
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#47

Troublemaker

1988

Jessica would never do anything to hurt Tia or betray Jeremy. But she can't deny it anymore-something's happening between her and Tia's boyfriend. And the worst part is, he's not just Tia's boyfriend. He's Jeremy's best friend.
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#48

Slam Book Fever

1988

Predictions ... Slam books are the newest craze at Sweet Valley High. They're do-it-yourself books of lists and predictions about everyone in school. They start out as fun but soon stir up big trouble. First, Jeffrey French, Elizabeth Wakefield's boyfriend, gets paired up with another girl under the category, "Couple of the Future." Then Elizabeth gets matched with the new boy at school, A.J. Morgan—and her twin, Jessica, is furious, because she's the one who's fallen hard for A.J. Will the mysterious slam-book entries spell the end of happiness for both Elizabeth and Jessica Wakefield?
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#49

Playing for Keeps

1988

The romance between Jessica and A.J. Morgan is sailing along smoothly until Jessica begins acting like her twin sister Elizabeth, causing A.J. to lose interest and another girl to move in on him
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#50

Out of Reach

1988

Although Jade Wu wants to be All-American, her traditional Chinese father will not let her, so when she wins the lead in a dance contest, she is worried about what will happen when her father finds out
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Against the Odds

1987

Ronnie Edwards is having the time of his life. By betting successfully on high school sports, he's made more money than he knows what to do with. He's even offered Jessica Wakefield a loan. Unfortunately, he hasn't been keeping up with payments to his bookie, Big Al. When Big Al decides to collect, Ronnie's out of cash. So Big Al offers him another option: if Ronnie can fix the state championship soccer game, Big Al will forget about Ronnie's debt. Ronnie turns to the only friend he has-Elizabeth Wakefield's boyfriend, Jeffrey French, star soccer player for Sweet Valley High. A college scout is coming to see the game, and if Jeffrey doesn't play his best, he'll jeopardize his future. But if he doesn't help Ronnie out, his friend may not have a future.
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#52

White Lies

1989

John Pfeifer, popular sports reporter for the Sweet Valley High Oracle, is worried that his good friend Jennifer Mitchell is becoming too involved with dropout Rick Andover. When he finds out that Jennifer plans to run away with Rick, he enlists Elizabeth Wakefield's help to stop them. Then Rick is arrested. Jennifer is convinced that her father turned him in. Furious, she refuses to speak to her father. John is the one responsible for Rick's arrest but there's no way he can admit it now that Jennifer has turned to him for comfort. Then Mr. Mitchell becomes seriously ill, and John is faced with a terrible dilemma. Should he tell Jennifer the truth and risk losing her friendship, or let her go on thinking her father is to blame?
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#53

Second Chance

1989

Just like everyone else... Quiet, determined Kristin Thompson knows exactly what she wants from life. Since she was little, she has had one goal—to become a world-class tennis player. Now all she has to do is win one more tournament and she'll qualify to turn professional. Then handsome Bruce Patman invites her out and sweeps her off her feet. But there's not enough room in Kristin's life for a boyfriend and professional tennis. She begins to wonder if a romance with Bruce will make her happier than winning the tournament ever could. Will Kristin give up the dream of a lifetime to live like an ordinary teenager?
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Two-Boy Weekend

1989

Love gone wrong... Jessica Wakefield doesn't know how she'll survive a long weekend without her steady boyfriend, A.J. Morgan. But when she meets Christopher, a mysterious good-looking boy, her lonely weekend turns into one of the most romantic times of her life. Jessica knows she'll have to stop seeing Christopher when A.J. returns, but in the meantime, she's going to enjoy herself. Then, what started out as fun turns into a nightmare. Christopher refuses to leave Jessica alone. He calls her every night, then begins following her. Jessica is terrified that A.J. will find out and break off their relationship. Has Jessica gotten herself in too deep this time?
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#55

Perfect Shot

1989

People are always telling Shelley Novak that she has everything going for her. She's one of the best basketball players at Sweet Valley High, and she's as tall and graceful as a model. The problem is, being so tall makes Shelley feel like a freak. Until she meets Jim Roberts. He has a way of making her feel special. But when Jim, a photography buff, starts taking of her, Shelley makes him promise never to show them to anyone. Then the Sweet Valley News sponsors a photography contest and Jim thinks he could win with a photograph of Shelley. But if he's wrong, will Shelley ever forgive him?
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#56

Lost at Sea

1989

Shipwrecked ... It's a beautiful, sunny day when a group from Sweet Valley High sets sail for a special science field trip. Jessica Wakefield is looking forward to a few hours of sunbathing and flirting, while her twin sister, Elizabeth, can't wait to get to deserted Anacapa Island to study the marine life. Neither of them could have imagined the nightmare the trip will become. On the way back from the island, a violent storm sets in, and the group is forced to abandon ship in the middle of a raging sea. Then, when the lifeboat carrying Jessica and Winston Egbert capsizes, they disappear into the fog. After the storm clears, Jessica's life preserver turns up. And soon the Coast Guard spots the missing lifeboat—but it's empty! Will Jessica and Winston ever be found?
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#57

Teacher Crush

1989

Elizabeth Wakefield is surprised and worried when her friend, the pretty, talented Olivia Davidson, develops a crush on the handsome new art teacher
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#58

Brokenhearted

1989

When her former boyfriend, Todd Wilkens, returns to Sweet Valley, Elizabeth must make a difficult choice between Todd and her new love, Jeffrey French.
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#59

In Love Again

1990

Elizabeth Wakefield's romance with her old boyfriend, Todd Wilkins, is back on, but their relationship is threatened by Todd's new snobby friends
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#60

That Fatal Night

1989

Terri Adams loves football. In fact, she's one of the Sweet Valley Gladiator's biggest fans. She's also the biggest fan of Ken Matthews, the team's quarterback. Terri thinks Ken has everything going for him - he's good-looking and popular, and he's led the Gladiators to an undefeated season. Then one rainy night, Ken is in a terrible car accident that leaves him blind. His football career is over, and even worse, his friends are so uncomfortable about his blindness they avoid him. Ken would be miserable if it weren't for Terri. She's the one person who is always there when he needs her. But when Ken realizes he's falling in love with her, he's convinced that she could never return his feelings. Can Ken and Terri ever be more than friends?
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#61

Boy Trouble

1989

Patty Gilbert is elated when she finds out that her boyfriend, Jim Hollis is coming home from college for a weekend visit. But then she finds out that her older sister, Jana, is coming to visit the same weekend, and she tells Jim she'll have to spend most of her time with her family. He blows up at her, and before Patty knows what's happening, they have a huge fight and break up. Patty feels awful, but at least she knows she'll be able to confide in her sister. As soon as Jana walks in the door, however, she announces that she's getting married in two weeks! Jana's so excited about the wedding plans that she has no time for Patt's problems. Patty feels she's lost her boyfriend because of Jana. When Patty accusas her sister of being selfish, they have a huge fight. Now it looks as if Patty has lost both her sister and her boyfriend!
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Who's Who?

1990

Jessica Wakefield has a fantastic idea! She's bored with all the guys at Sweet Valley High, so a computer dating service seems like the perfect way to spice up her love life - especially when she invents two new sparkling personalities to help her out! Jessica becomes sophisticated Daniella Fromage and also Magenta Galaxy, a wild rocker with a passion for anything hot. The two guys she gets set up with seem to be exactly what she wanted. With the reluctant help of her twin sister, Elizabeth, Jessica must somehow manage to juggle them both. Who will finally meet her perfect match - Daniella, Magenta...or Jessica?
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#63

The New Elizabeth

1990

Surf's up... If one more person calls Elizabeth Wakefield responsible or predictable, she'll scream! In an effort to prove that she can be as adventurous as Jessica, her daring identical twin, Elizabeth secretly decides to take up surfing. That will show her friends she knows how to take risks. But from the start, Elizabeth's new hobby causes problems. She has a sneaking suspicion that her surfing instructor is falling in love with her. And even worse, she has to lie to her steady boyfriend, Todd, in order to keep her surfing a surprise. Todd's becoming suspicious and angry—and Elizabeth is beginning to wonder if a daredevil reputation is worth the trouble after all.
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The Ghost of Tricia Martin

1990

Steven Wakefield is both stunned and elated when he meets Andrea, a girl who looks, sounds, and behaves just like Tricia Martin, his first love. Tricia died just after she and Steven fell in love, but now he can almost believe she has come back to him again. Until Andrea appeared, Steven was happily involved with Cara Walker. He still cares about her, but every time he's with Andrea, he's reminded of how much he loved Tricia. So Steven refuses to choose between the two girls-until his indecision leads to a dangerous accident that may take all his choices away!
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#65

Trouble at Home

1990

There's trouble in the usually happy Wakefield household and Jessica, Elizabeth, and their brother, Steven, are caught in the middle. Mrs. Wakefield is so busy at work that she's hardly ever home. When she is at home. When she is at home, all she and Mr. Wakefield seem to do is fight. Tensions increase when Mr. Wakefield decides to run for mayor of Sweet Valley and Mrs. Wakefield doesn't like the people backing him. They have a huge argument that just might end their marriage. Elizabeth, Jessica, and Steven can't do anything to help. Could this be the end of the perfect Wakefield family?
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Who's To Blame

1990

Elizabeth and Jessica Wakefield's parents have separated. Mr. Wakefield has moved into an apartment of his own, and the house seems empty without him. Elizabeth has never been so miserable. She would do anything to bring her family together again. Then Jessica tells her twin that she thinks their parents' separation is all Elizabeth's fault. Distraught and guilt-ridden, Elizabeth decides to move away from home. If she really is the cause of her parents' unhappiness, perhaps they'll get back together once she is out of their way.
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#67

The Parent Plot

1990

Jessica and Elizabeth Wakefield's father is running for mayor of Sweet Valley. The twins are hard at work on his campaign but they're taking opposite sides in an even bigger contest: a contest to bring romance into their parents lives.Even though Mr. and Mrs. Wakefield separated only recently, Jessica thinks it's time for them to start dating other people and she's going to make sure that's exactly what happens. But Elizabeth is just as determined to get her parents back together. She's thinking up some romantic schemes of her own. It's Jessica versus Elizabeth may the best twin win!
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#68

The Love Bet

1990

Dana Larson is fed up with love! She tells Elizabeth Wakefield and Todd Wilkins that she prefers singing with her band, The Droids, to wasting her time on dates. Aaron Dallas is fed up, too. He insists that soccer is more important to him then girls. But Elizabeth has a plan to make Dana and Aaron fall in love- with each other! Todd reluctantly agrees to help, but he bets Elizabeth that she won't succeed. After all, Dana is a rock singer and Aaron is a jock. Everything Dana likes, Aaron hates- and vice versa! Elizabeth thinks she's creating the match of the decade, but Todd thinks she's headed for a matchmaking disaster!
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#69

Friend Against Friend

1990

Betrayed ... Andy Jenkins and Neil Freemount have been best friends for years. They hang out together, double-date, and help each other math their homework. But bully Charlie Cashman sets out to make life miserable for Andy, just because Andy is black. First Andy finds trash in his locker. Then his girlfriend is taunted, and he is pushed around in the school parking lot. Neil wants to help his best friend, but suddenly Andy turns against him, and Neil doesn't know why. The two boys are about to face the greatest challenge of their lives. Can their friendship survive the test?
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#70

Ms. Quarterback

1990

Ken Matthews has regained his sight, only to face another battle. Now that he's recovered, everyone assumes that Ken is sure to win back his old position as quarterback for the Gladiators. But Sweet Valley High is stunned when Ken's toughest competition comes from the shy new junior - Claire Middleton! Terri Adams, Ken Matthew's girlfriend, sees Claire not only as threat to Ken's football career, but also to her own relationship with Ken. Can Terri find a way to get Claire off the field so that Ken can resume his rightful place on the team?
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Starring Jessica!

1990

When TV talk-show host Eric Parker comes to Sweet Valley and announces a contest to find the perfect American teen, Jessica Wakefield vows to win the coveted spot as Eric's special TV guest. She's meant to be a star! Then Lila Fowler, Jessica's best friend, announces she's going to win the spot, and the contest becomes a battle of wills and wits. With the help of Bruce Patman, who has his own score to settle with Jessica's shot at stardom. Will Jessica have her moment in the limelight, or will Lila succeed in stealing the show?
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#72

Rock Star's Girl

1991

Jessica can't believe it! Her idol, rock star Jamie Peters, has moved to Sweet Valley. If only she could meet him, her career as a 'star' would really take off! Peeking through the bushes bordering his estate, hoping to find a way to talk to him, Jessica sees something shocking. Andrea Slade, the quiet new girl at Sweet Valley High, is lounging by the pool with Jamie - and she's acting as if they are more than just good friends. Could a sixteen-year-old nobody like Andrea really be a rock star's girlfriend?
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#73

Regina's Legacy

1991

When Elizabeth Wakefield receives a camera as a memento of her friend Regina Morrow, who died recently, she never expects it to plunge her into a dangerous mystery. Then she takes a picture of three suspicious-looking men. One of them tries to grab her new camera, and Elizabeth only narrowly escapes. Watching TV that night, Elizabeth thinks she sees one of the same men on the news. But this man is accused of being involved in a drug-smuggling operation. Could this be the man in her picture? When the darkroom at school is trashed, Elizabeth knows that something really strange is going on. Someone wants that picture-and will do anything to get it!
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#74

The Perfect Girl

1991

Robin Wilson is pretty, smart, and athletic, and her boyfriend, George Warren, adores her. Most students at Sweet Valley High have forgotten that Robin used to be an overweight loner. But Robin remembers. When George becomes friends with a beautiful girl named Vicky, Robin feels George slipping away. If only Robin were thinner, George would drop Vicky in a second! Before long, Robin is obsessed with her weight. Elizabeth Wakefield suspects Robin is taking her diet too far, but Robin insists she's fine. What will it take to get Robin to admit that starving herself is not the answer to her problems?
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#75

Amy's True Love

1991

Boy-crazy Amy Sutton has finally found the guy of her dreams-tennis star Tom McKay. But Tom's not at all interested in dating her. Amy just can't believe it and refuses to give up! Tom asks his friend Barry Rork to help him convince Amy that she's wasting her time. Barry's fallen for Amy himself, and he tries to make her see how much he cares about her. But Amy just gets furious with Barry for interfering. Will she ever set aside her pride and find true love?
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#76

Miss Teen Sweet Valley

1991

Sister vs. sister... When the first annual Miss Teen Sweet Valley beauty pageant is announced, Jessica Wakefield is confident she'll be crowned the winner. But Elizabeth Wakefield is trying her best to get the pageant canceled. Elizabeth thinks beauty pageants are old-fashioned and sexist, and she can't understand why her sister would even want to enter one. The twins have had fights before—but never like this! It's a standoff for the twins. If Jessica participates, she'll lose her sister's respect. If Elizabeth succeeds, she'll lose her sister's love...
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#77

Cheating to Win

1991

When track star Tony Esteban tears a tendon in his knee, it looks like he's lost his chance of being an Olympic star. But Tony refuses to give up. Against his doctor's advice, he trains harder and harder. Not even his girlfriend, Annie Whitman, can convince him to slow down. Then a weightlifter gives Tony "magic vitamins," and suddenly Tony is running faster than ever-and acting mean and aggressive. When Annie discovers Tony is taking a dangerous steroid drug, she knows she has to help him stop-before he destroys his whole life along with his Olympic dreams!
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#78

The Dating Game

1991

Thrilled at the passionate love letters they have both received, friends Jean West and Claire Middleton are horrified to discover that their letters are from the same guy—arrogant Scott Trost
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#79

The Long-Lost Brother

1991

Looks can be deceiving ... It's no secret that pretty, popular Sara Eastborne has a twin brother named Tim. Sara had told her friends at Sweet Valley High that Tim chose to live with their father on the East Coast when their parents were divorced. But she didn't tell them that Tim was in reform school! Now Tim's out of reform school and ready to start a new life in Sweet Valley with Sara and their mother. Sara desperately wants Tim to keep his criminal past a secret. When Tim becomes friends with Elizabeth Wakefield and starts dating Sara's best friend, Amanda Hayes, Sara is afraid that the truth will come out and her social life at Sweet Valley High will be ruined. Tim has betrayed her before, and she isn't going to let him do it again, no matter what
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#80

The Girl They Both Loved

1991

Worried about her boyfriend Michael's obsession with beating his former friend, Artie Western, in the upcoming dirt bike race, April Dawson tries to find out what it was in the past that tore the two friends, Michael and Artie, apart
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#81

Rosa's Lie

1991

Family secrets. Rosa Jameson, daughter of immigrant parents, decides to start a new life at Sweet Valley High as Rose. When Jessica Wakefield and Lila Fowler ask her to pledge their exclusive sorority, Pi Beta Alpha, Rose believes her scheme is working. She's sure they would never have asked her if they knew she was Mexican. Rose's secret is safe-until her grandmother from rural Mexico pays an unexpected visit. Rose is determined to hide Nana from her friends during sorority pledge week. But as Nana teaches her to be proud of her heritage, Rose becomes ashamed of her deception. Will being true to her heritage mean losing her friends' trust and friendship forever?
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#82

Kidnapped by the Cult!

1992

The power of persuasion... Jessica Wakefield's parents have grounded her, she's angry at her boyfriend, Sam, and her friends don't care what happens to her. Then, just when she's at her lowest, Jessica meets a magnetic stranger. Adam Marvel is the leader of the Good Friends, a mysterious cult that pretends to help the poor and needy. Adam's slick talk wins Jessica over, and before long she's given up parties and cheerleading for group meetings and collecting money at the mail. When Elizabeth hears rumors about a dangerous cult in Sweet Valley, she realizes Jessica has fallen under its spell. It's up to Elizabeth to save her sister from the grasp of Adam Marvel before Jessica helps commit a terrible crime!
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#83

Steven's Bride

1992

When Cara Walker announces that she and her mother are moving to London, no one is more shocked than Steven Wakefield. After losing his first love, Tricia Martin, to leukemia, Steven can't bear the thought of losing another girlfriend. Jessica Wakefield knows a way for Cara to stay in Sweet Valley - as her brother's bride! Steven thinks an elopement is the perfect solution, and at first Cara agrees. Then Cara begins to wonder if she's ready to sacrifice her future to stay with Steven now. Does Cara have the courage to follow her heart - no matter what it's telling her?
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The Stolen Diary

1992

Todd Wilkins has decided that he and Elizabeth Wakefield should start dating other people. At her twin sister Jessica's urging, Elizabeth accepts a date with handsome Kris Lynch, a cartoonist for The Oracle. After a few dates with Kris, Elizabeth is more certain than ever that she'd rather be with Todd, and Todd is realizing that he made a mistake-he still loves Elizabeth, too. Elizabeth tells Kris she can't go out with him anymore, and that's when the trouble begins. Rumors about Elizabeth spread throughout Sweet Valley High. It's up to Jessica to find out who's behind the gossip before it's too late.
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#85

Soap Star

1992

When Jessica Wakefield's favorite soap opera, The Young and the Beautiful, announces that it's looking for a set of beautiful blond twins for a special week-long storyline, she's sure that she's just a step away from getting both an acting career and handsome Brandon Hunter-star of daytime TV! When she and her twin sister, Elizabeth, actually get the parts, their lives change even more dramatically than either had expected! Jessica gets carried away with all the publicity about her supposed relationship with Brandon and dumps Sam, the boy she really loves. Will Jessica realize that she's just another starlet to the conceited Brandon in time to salvage her relationship with Sam?
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#86

Jessica Against Bruce

1992

Will Jessica put herself in danger to spite Bruce? When Bruce Patman complains that things at Sweet Valley High have gotten too boring, Jessica Wakefield agrees. Then Bruce starts a secret club to liven things up. Soon Club X has Sweet Valley High roaring with unscheduled fire drills and other practical jokes. But when Jessica joins the club, events take a dangerous turn. Furious that a girl had the guts to join, Bruce dares Jessica to perform more and more dangerous stunts, hoping to scare her away. Jessica's twin sister, Elizabeth, urges her to stop before things get out of control, but Jessica has to show Bruce that she can do anything-even though it may mean risking her life.
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My Best Friend's Boyfriend

1992

Denise Hadley is poised, elegant, and beautiful. Her best friend, Ginny Belasca, isn't any of these things, and she's always comparing herself to Denise. So when Ginny decides to do volunteer work for a teen phone hot line, Denise hopes that it will give Ginny some self-confidence. It looks as if she's right when Ginny helps a guy named Mike, who says he wants to meet her in person! But now Ginny's terrified that her looks won't meet Mike's expectations. In desperation, she asks Denise to meet Mike in her place. Denise agrees and falls for Mike. Can Denise and Ginny's friendship survive a battle for the boy they both love?
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#88

Love Letters For Sale

1992

Jessica Wakefield is sure that her newest get-rich-quick scheme is the perfect way to make the extra money she badly needs. Even her twin sister, Elizabeth, loves Jessica's latest idea: a letter-writing service for people who don't want to write their own. Elizabeth agrees to write the letters in exchange for half the profits, which she plans to spend on a special gift for her boyfriend, Todd Wilkins. But this "perfect" money-making solution turns into a nightmare when Jessica reads a girl's request for a love letter-to Todd! Jessica knows that Elizabeth has been neglecting Todd lately, and she's afraid that Todd might leave Elizabeth for a more attentive girlfriend if given the opportunity. Can Jessica find a way to save Elizabeth and Todd's relationship and the letter-writing business, too?
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#89

Elizabeth Betrayed

1992

Has desperation tumed Elizabeth into a cheat? When Elizabeth Wakefield has a chance to edit The Oracle, Sweet Valley High's newspaper, she's thrilled! Then a flu epidemic hits her staff, and Elizabeth is left with more than she can handle. Olivia Davidson's boyfriend, Rod Sullivan, saves the day with a great article. Elizabeth is so impressed, she accepts Rod's help on an English assignment. The next thing Elizabeth knows, she's accused of plagiarism-and kicked off The Oracle staff. Without support from anyone, Elizabeth is on her own to get to the bottom of this accusation. Can she clear her name before her reputation is ruined and she loses her job on The Oracle forever?
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#90

Don't Go Home With John

1992

To tell the truth. . . John Pfeifer, handsome sports editor for The Oracle, is suddenly showing a lot of interest in popular Sweet Valley High junior Lila Fowler. Lila's never dated a guy like John before serious, intense, and super smart and she's definitely interested. When John finally asks her out, Lila can hardly wait for their first date. But the evening turns sour when John tries to take things too far. Though Lila manages to get away without getting hurt, she's too embarrassed to tell anyone what happened. When John crashes Lila's long-planned costume party, Lila blurts out the whole story to her guests. Now all of Sweet Valley High knows about Lila's dangerous date, and everyone has an opinion about who's responsible. The school has become a jury. Will they find John guilty? Or Lila?
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#91

In Love With A Prince

1993

When Elizabeth Wakefield announces that her long-time pen pal, Prince Arthur of Santa Dora, is coming to Sweet Valley for a visit, everyone's excited about meeting him-except for Dana Larson, lead singer of Sweet Valley's favorite band, the Droids. Dana thinks the only place for royalty is in the history books-until she actually gets to know Prince Arthur, and the sparks begin to fly! Soon Dana and the Prince have fallen in love. Then Arthur suddenly asks Dana to marry him, and she faces the most serious decision of her life. Dana knows she's too young to get married to anyone, much less the Prince of Santa Dora. But if she says no, she might lose him forever.
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#92

She's Not What She Seems

1993

She's Not What She Seems Shakespearean tragedy! Jessica Wakefield has landed the starring role in Sweet Valley High's production of Macbeth, and suddenly she's too busy for anyone except Paula Perrine, a timid new transfer student who idolizes her. At first Paula spends all her time fawning over Jessica and helping her prepare for her role. But before long, Paula seems to be better friends with Jessica's crowd than Jessica is. Jessica is pleased that her new friend is coming out of her shell, but when Paula falls to tell Jessica that she's been made her understudy, Jessica wonders if Paula is trying to steal not only her friends but her role as Lady Macbeth as well! No one else, not even Jessica's twin, Elizabeth, believes shy Paula could do such a thing. Can Jessica convince her friends of the truth before it's too late?
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#93

Stepsisters

1993

Will Cheryl fit in at Sweet Valley High? Jessica and Elizabeth Wakefield have a new neighbor their friend and sorority sister Annie Whitman. Annie's mother is getting married to a famous African-American photographer from New York City, and the new family is moving in next door. Annie can't wait to introduce her stepsister-to-be to all her Sweet Valley High friends. She tries her best to make Cheryl feel at home in Sweet Valley, but Cheryl, used to the excitement of New York City, doesn't seem interested in fading into the crowd. Annie is hurt and thinks Cheryl's a snob. Can two such different people ever become sisters?
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#94

Are We in Love?

1993

Love or friendship? Annie Whitman's new stepsister, Cheryl, is finally having fun in Sweet Valley, thanks to the friendship of her neighbor Steven Wakefield. Soon everyone even Steven's twin sisters, Jessica and Elizabeth assumes that Steven and Cheryl must be a couple. After all, they're almost always together. Cheryl and Steven decide that perhaps they should give romance a try. But are they dating for the right reasons? Or are they only trying to prove something to the town and to themselves?
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#95

The Morning After

1993

Could the twins be split forever? A terrible accident has changed the Wakefields' lives forever. Will Jessica Wakefield ever come to terms with the tragedy? Bruce Patman has finally opened his heart to Pamela-but will he be able to ignore the malicious gossip about her wild past? When all of Sweet Valley finds out that Lila Fowler has lied about her guidance counselor, her life goes into a tailspin. Finally, Lila's desperate father brings home someone special to help Lila—the mother she never knew! But is it too little, too late? ... and three thousand miles away, a troubled young woman heads west on a journey that will, change Sweet Valley forever!
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#96

The Arrest

1993

Will Elizabeth ever regain her self-respect? Elizabeth Wakefield has been arrested—and her twin, Jessica, has finally stolen Elizabeth's boyfriend, Todd. The twins have drifted further apart than ever before—is there any hope of reunion now? Nicholas Morrow agrees to appear on the host new dating show, Hunks. After two ridiculous dates, Nicholas is ready to give up on the idea of true love forever. But he still has one more date to go... Lila Fowler's mother has returned to Sweet Valley just when her daughter needs her the most. But how can she explain why she abandoned Lila? Can Lila learn to love the woman who left her all those years ago? ... and Margo continues toward Sweet Valley—leaving a wake of destruction! Book Two in this explosive six-part miniseries... Sweet Valley will never be the same!
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#97

The Verdict

1993

Innocent until proven guilty... The verdict isn't in yet on Elizabeth Wakefield. But her twin sister, Jessica, has already convicted her and won't even talk to Elizabeth. Now that Jessica has Todd, will life ever be the same for Elizabeth? Pamela has transferred to Sweet Valley High to be closer to Bruce Patman, the boy she really loves. But Bruce still won't look at her. Pamela's made a final break with her past - but is it enough? Between building a relationship with his new female roommate, Billie, and being there for his troubled family, Steven Wakefield is completely worn out. It's clear that he can't do both - but what is more important to him? ... Margo has arrived in Sweet Valley, and is ready to take over her new life - even if it belongs to someone else! The fourth title in an explosive seven-part mini-series... Sweet Valley will never be the same!
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#98

The Wedding

1993

Can romance save Sweet Valley? Lila Fowler finally has the family that she always wanted: a father and a mother who love her. And she can tell that despite their years apart, her parents still love each other. Now all Lila wants is to get them back together - and what Lila wants, Lila gets! Todd Wilkins can't keep pretending he's interested in Jessica Wakefield - especially when he's still in love with Elizabeth. But can Elizabeth ever forgive his betrayal? ...and Margo has seen the Wakefield twins - and the new life that could be hers. The only thing standing between Margo and her dream is murder! The fifth title in an explosive seven-part miniseries... Sweet Valley will never be the same!
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#99

Beware the Baby-Sitter

1993

Margo makes her move . . . Margo is making herself right at home in Sweet Valley, setting her evil scheme in motion. She's gotten a job at the day-care center, and is busy perfecting her imitation of identical twins Jessica and Elizabeth Wakefield. She's even fooled Todd Wilkins and Mrs. Wakefield into thinking she's Elizabeth. Now it's only a matter of time before Margo takes over Elizabeth's perfect life for good. Meanwhile, Winston Egbert was baby-sitting for a neighbor. Now the neighbor has disappeared. What's Winston going to do with a baby? Book Five in this explosive six-part miniseries . . . Sweet Valley will never be the same!
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#100

The Evil Twin

1993

In this climax to the six-part mini-series, Margo attempts to take Elizabeth's life and her place in the Wakefield family. The three identical girls fight a terrible battle, in which Jessica risks her own life to save Elizabeth.
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#101

The Boyfriend War

1993

Jessica Wakefield and her best friend, Lila Fowler, are at war! The battlefield is the white sandy beach of Club paradise, a fabulous island resort owned by Lila's uncle. Jessica's dreams of lounging by the pool and dancing the night away are shattered when she learns that Lila's uncle has less relaxing plans for Jessica and Lila aren't guests, they're hired hands! Jessica's going to make Lila pay for this, and she's determined that the price will be Lila's new Club Paradise boyfriend. Back home in Sweet Valley, Jessica's twin sister, Elizabeth, makes a shocking discovery. While researching her family history, she unearths a secret about her mother's past that could change the future of the Wakefield family.
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#102

Almost Married

1994

Trouble in paradise... Elizabeth Wakefield and Todd Wilkins are living together! Their parents are away, so Todd has set up house at the Wakefields'. he wants to create the perfect love nest, but Elizabeth has more important things on her mind. Not only has Elizabeth discovered that her mother was once married to Mr. Patman, Bruce's father, but now they're having an affair! Horrified by their parents' behavior, Elizabeth and Bruce decide to investigate.What could down-to-earth Alice Wakefield and flashy Hank Patman possibly see in each other? Through their sleuthing, Bruce and Elizabeth begin to understand their parents' attraction—because they too are feeling an attraction—to each other.
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#103

Operation Love Match

1994

The planets are lined up against Jessica... Bruce Patman's parents are getting divorced, and Elizabeth Wakefield has promised Bruce that her twin sister, Jessica, an expert in matters of the heart, will help get the Patmans back together. But just how much can Jessica do? When Jessica reads in her horoscope that everything in her life is about to go wrong, she's skeptical. But then she finds that all her plans—including arranging for Bruce's parents to fall madly in love again—aren't working. Bruce is beginning to wish Jessica would butt out, and Jessica is beginning to wish she had never been born! Will Jessica be able to keep Elizabeth's promise to Bruce and not destory the Patmans' marriage for good? Book Three in this sizzling three-part miniseries . . . Sweet Valley has never been so hot!
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#104

Love and Death in London

1994

Working as summer interns for the London Journal, Elizabeth and Jessica Wakefield are assigned the Scotland Yard beat and decide to investigate a series of grisly murders. Original.
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#105

A Date with a Werewolf

1994

Beauty and the beast in London... Is Jessica Wakefield in love with a werewolf? Her identical twin, Elizabeth, can't shake the feeling that Jessica's new boyfriend, Lord Robert Pembroke, is not what he seems. Could he be the vicious killer the twins have been pursuing on assignment for the London Journal? Luke, Elizabeth's English love, confirms her suspicions that Jessica is in terrible jeopardy. Meanwhile Elizabeth's friend Lina Smith is in danger of losing the only boy she's ever loved. David knows that Lina is hiding something from him, and Lina's sure that when he discovers her secret, he'll never speak to her again. Desperate, Lina turns to Elizabeth. Can Elizabeth salvage Lina's relationship and save Jessica from a wolfman, too?
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#106

Beware the Wolfman

1994

A savage werewolf is loose in London, and identical twins Elizabeth and Jessica Wakefield could be its next targets. On assignment for the London Journal, the twins are on the trail of the most deadly killer since Jack the Ripper.
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#107

Jessica's Secret Love

1994

When Jessica Wakefield meets Jeremy Randall on the beach, she can't believe her eyes. He's everything she's always dreamed of and more. It's love at first sight for him, too, and they share an intimate kiss. Then Jeremy says he can't see her again, and Jessica doesn't know what to think. But soon she understands all too well. He's engaged to the Wakefields' houseguest!
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#108

Left at the Altar!

1994

Here is the concluding title in the tantalizing mini-series that shocked Sweet Valley. Jessica is still madly in love with a man engaged to a new friend—so when he calls the wedding off, Jessica is ecstatic. But tragedy intervenes and, out of guilt, her dream man decides he must walk down the aisle. Will Jessica allow this to happen?
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#109

Double-Crossed

1994

Newly engaged Jessica becomes suspicious when she sees Jeremy in a secret Halloween embrace with his ex-fiancé Sue, while Lila's plans to make Robby a millionaire, and thus the perfect boyfriend, threaten their romance.
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#110

Death Threat

1994

When the Wakefield's houseguest and Jessica's biggest rival is kidnapped, Jeremy, Jessica's fiancé+a7, insists he can find the kidnappers, until Jessica catches him in the wrong place and fears she will have to betray Jeremy in order to save Sue. Original.
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#111

A Deadly Christmas

1994

Jessica Wakefield is in danger. Convinced that her fiancé, Jeremy, is a two-timing criminal, she plots to get even. But her devious plan goes awry and she's caught in her own trap. Elizabeth Wakefield is scared for her sister and doesn't know whom to trust. If she chooses wrong, Jessica will burn to death!
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#112

Jessica Quits the Squad

1994

Cheerleading madness!Jessica Wakefield finally meets her match when beautiful Heather Mallone moves to town. Not only is Heather glamorous and popular, she's also the best cheerleader Sweet Valley High has ever seen! She has big plans for the squad, including stealing Jessica's role as captain. Outraged at the idea of sharing the spotlight, Jessica starts the biggest feud in cheerleading history! Elizabeth Wakefield should be happy that Jessica is falling in love with Ken Matthews, but instead she tries to keep them apart. Is Elizabeth really in love with her boyfriend, Todd Wilkins or is she harboring a secret passion for Ken? Book One in this riveting three-part miniseries ... Will the Sweet Valley cheerleaders make it to the top?
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#113

The Pom-Pom Wars

1995

Jessica Wakefield has started her own cheerleading squad! Determined to outdo obnoxious Heather Malone, the new captain of the official team, Jessica secretly holds marathon cheerleading practices, and prepares to show up her old team in front of the whole school—in the greatest cheer-off ever!
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#114

"V" Is for Victory

1995

The Sweet Valley High cheerleaders are going to the Nationals! Although Jessica Wakefield and Heather Mallone have called a truce as co-captains, their biggest rival is Heather's old squad. Even Jessica is shocked by their low-down tricks. When Heather flubs a routine, Jessica suspects that it's more than a case of nerves.
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#115

The Treasure of Death Valley

1995

Elizabeth has struck it rich! On a special desert survival course, she discovers real gold nuggets and a treasure map. She knows she should forget the map and stick to the trail, but how can she resist the lure of adventure and more gold? Jessica, wanting to be richer than Lila Fowler, leads the group on the treasure hunt. Little does she know that three convicted murderers are right on their heels.... Will the group abandon the temptation of gold? Or will their greed lead them into horrifying danger? Join Elizabeth and Jessica in Book One of this terrifying two-part treasure-hunt miniseries!
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#116

Nightmare in Death Valley

1995

Will they get out of the desert alive? Jessica and Elizabeth Wakefield are trapped in Death Valley! Led astray by the promise of hidden treasure, the Sweet Valley gang is in serious danger. A torrential rainstorm is brewing on the horizon, and they're being pursued by three escaped convicts! When the gang decides to split up, things only get worse. While Jessica is held at gunpoint by the convicts, Elizabeth hangs from a rocky cliff, perilously close to falling. Will the twins save themselves—or perish in the valley of death? Don't miss this electrifying conclusion to the two-part treasure-hunt miniseries.
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Jessica the Genius

1995

Everyone knows that Jessica Wakefield lives for sun, fun, and guys. So how did she manage an almost perfect score on her SATs? There's a rumor going around Sweet Valley High that Jessica cheated. Will acing her college boards mean acceptance at the university of her dreams—or will it ruin her chances forever? Todd Wilkins is driving Elizabeth Wakefield crazy. Now that college basketball scouts are showering Elizabeth's boyfriend with flattery and attention, he thinks he's hot stuff. He even tells Elizabeth she's lucky to have him! When Todd's head gets too big to fit through Wakefields from door, will Elizabeth send him walking?
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College Weekend

1995

Jessica Wakefield is having a blast visiting Sweet Valley University. And after just one day, she's found the perfect college guy. Zack Marsden is 20 years old, tall, dark, and handsome. They make an awesome campus couple. But Zack believes that Jessica is a college junior! And she's going to make sure he never finds out the truth. Elizabeth Wakefield is in love...with college! She spends every spare moment working on her crash-course journalism class. Jessica thinks she's crazy. But then the professor gives Elizabeth the opportunity to be a real live reporter. With an offer like that, will Elizabeth ever go back to high school?
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Jessica's Older Guy

1995

If Zach Marsden finds out Jessica's really a high school girl visiting her big brother at SVU, he'll dump her. And Jessica's secret is going to be hard to keep—especially when her boyfriend, Ken Matthews, shows up for a surprise visit. Elizabeth has been offered a chance at SVU, and everyone tells her what a great opportunity it is. Isn't anyone going to miss her?
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In Love with the Enemy

1995

Jessica Wakefield starts to fall for Christian Gorman, who is teaching her surfing, and even enjoys cheating on her boyfriend, but she does not realize that Christian is the leader of Palisades High's most violent gang. Original.
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The High School War

1996

With the rivalry between Sweet Valley High and Palisades High escalating, Jessica Wakefield finds herself caught between the leader of a Palisade High gang and her boyfriend, Ken Matthews, while Elizabeth's boyfriend, Todd Wilkins, is hauled off to jail. Original.
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A Kiss Before Dying

1996

Jessica Wakefield promises eternal love to gang member Christian Gorman when the latter promises to never fight again, while Elizabeth and her friend Rosie Shaw scheme to end gang warfare once and for all. Original.
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Elizabeth's Rival

1996

Elizabeth's summer job as a camp counselor is spoiled when she meets Nicole, a girl who has fallen for the same boy as Elizabeth, and Lila feigns a love for the great outdoors when she falls for the handsome Luke
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Meet Me at Midnight

1996

Elizabeth Wakefield hates Nicole Banes. And from the moment she arrived at Camp Echo Mountain, Nicole has hated Elizabeth too. It doesn't help that Elizabeth is dating Joey Mason, the guy Nicole loves. Now Nicole wants revenge—and a surprise visit from Elizabeth's boyfriend Todd Wilkins gives Nicole the perfect opportunity to ruin Elizabeth's life! As usual, Jessica Wakefield has fallen for the one guy she can't Paul Mathis, a gorgeous local. Camp rules forbid sneaking off the grounds. Will Jessica's plans for a moonlit meeting end in disaster...or true love?
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Camp Killer

1996

Elizabeth Wakefield and Nicole Banes have split Camp Echo Mountain right down the middle. The two junior counselors are captains of opposing teams in a color war, and the tension between the two sides is thick. Everyone's talking about it. But that's not the only topic of discussion.... According to legend, a maniac, Crazy Freddy, lurks in the woods that surround the camp. No one really believes it's true—until Elizabeth hears chopping noises after midnight. She goes to investigate and sees a man heading toward the cabins with an ax in his hand! Compared to Crazy Freddy, the color war is just child's play. Can Elizabeth and Nicole put aside their differences to protect the camp from a killer?
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Tall, Dark, and Deadly

1996

Is Jonathan a dream guy . . . or a monster? When Jonathan Cain moves to Sweet Valley, Jessica Wakefield feels an attraction so strong it's almost supernatural. Jonathan is interesting, intelligent, and gorgeous in a dark, brooding sort of way—no wonder SVH students are following him around! But Jonathan won't even meet Jessica's eyes. Will Jessica find a way to capture this mystery man's heart . . . or has she lost her touch? Elizabeth Wakefield doesn't trust Jonathan for a single minute. She can't believe her friends—and her twin sister—are so taken with such an arrogant guy. And when a body, drained of blood, is discovered behind the Dairi Burger, Elizabeth's mistrust explodes into a fear. Jonathan might be far more dangerous than she ever imagined.
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Dance of Death

1996

Book Two in a chilling three-part miniseries! Passion might lead to true love . . . or pure terror. Jessica Wakefield and Jonathan Cain have shared the kiss of a lifetime. Jessica should be wildly happy, but Jonathan keeps pushing her away. What is he hiding behind his dark and dangerous eyes? Jessica's sure she'll discover all of Jonathan's secrets at the party in his mansion. Will it be the most wonderful night of her life—or the most tragic? Elizabeth Wakefield is being torn in two! Her summer fling, Joey Mason, has moved to California, and her wants her back. Elizabeth can't deny her attraction to Joey, but she's still in love with longtime boyfriend Todd Wilkins. How can she choose between them?
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Kiss of a Killer

1996

Book Three in a chilling three-part miniseries! Jessica wants to be with Jonathan . . . forever. Jessica Wakefield has finally gotten Jonathan Cain to admit that he loves her. Then she finds out the shocking truth about him. Is Jessica willing to give up her life to keep Jonathan's love? Elizabeth Wakefield has made a terrifying discovery! Jonathan Cain's past is more horrible, more twisted, than she'd ever imagined. And Jessica is under his spell. Now Elizabeth must save her twin from a fate worse than death. But is Elizabeth strong enough to stop a creature of the night?
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Cover Girls

1997

Fashion! Models! Deadlines! Identical twins Elizabeth and Jessica Wakefield are interning at Flair—the hippest fashion magazine ever! As the assistant to famous photographer Quentin Berg, Jessica thought she'd be working on glamorous photo shoots. Instead, she has to clean up after Simone, a supermodel with a bad attitude. But not for long. Jessica comes up with a scheme to ditch Simone and get the modeling job for herself. All she has to do is make Quentin fall in love with her! Elizabeth is thrilled to work in the managing editor's busy office. But she's not so thrilled when her longtime boyfriend, Todd Wilkens, comes to visit her and gets discovered as a model! Todd's ego quickly spins out of control, and Elizabeth is devastated when she catches him flirting with Simone. Will Todd fall into the clutches of the evil supermodel?
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Model Flirt

1997

Jessica Wakefield is making the most of working at Flair magazine—she's got two gorgeous guys wrapped around her finger! Dating Quentin Berg, a famous photographer, could do wonders for her modeling career. But Jessica actually prefers lowly mailroom clerk Cameron Smith—who can't help her at all. So she's decided to date both of them at once! It's a good thing she has a twin.... Elizabeth Wakefield loves interning for Leona Peirson, the sophisticated and elegant fashion editor at Flair. But when Elizabeth brings a great idea to savvy Ms. Peirson, the editor takes all the credit! Elizabeth learns a lesson that she never expected from Leona Peirson—ruthlessness!
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Fashion Victim

1997

Fired! Elizabeth Wakefield has been booted from her magazine internship—for stealing an idea she thought up in the first place! With the help of her twin sister, Elizabeth sets out to prove she was framed. Her snooping leads her into terrible danger when the glittering world of fashion publishing takes a dark and nasty turn. Jessica Wakefield is in a major quandary. Dating fashion photographer Quentin Berg has been an exciting whirlwind of glamorous late-night parties. He knows all the right people. But Quentin isn't all he's cracked up to be—in fact, he's a shallow, stuck-up creep. It's Cameron Smith—a guy from the magazine's mailroom—who's got real class. Do nice guys really finish last?
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Once Upon a Time

1997

Jessica and Elizabeth Wakefield are spending their summer as au pairs—for a royal family! When Jessica sees the beautiful European chateau where they'll be staying for the summer, she feels like she's living in a fantasy world—complete with a prince, a royal ball, and a guarded castle. Is there an evil stepmother too? Elizabeth adores her young charges at Chateau d'Amour Inconnu. The only problem child is Pierre, a 6-year-old who loves to hide from her. While trying to find Pierre one day, Elizabeth gets lost in a vast topiary maze on the castle grounds. What she discovers at the maze's end just might turn her wildest fantasies into reality!
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To Catch a Thief

1997

In Book Two of the three-part miniseries, are the girls prisoners of love? Elizabeth Wakefield is furious. She was swept off her feet by Prince Laurent de Sainte-Marie—the most romantic guy she's ever met in her life. But that certainly isn't the problem. The problem is Antonia, his fiancÚe! And Antonia's mother, the Countess di Rimini, will do anything to keep Elizabeth away from the prince—including locking Elizabeth and her twin in a dungeon! The countess has another reason for imprisoning the twins. Jessica Wakefield stole her precious emerald! Or so the countess believes. Jessica is enraged by the accusation—and miserable about being separated from her brand-new boyfriend, Jacques Landeau. She swears she'll find out who framed her...but will the truth break her heart?
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Happily Ever After

1997

The exciting conclusion to this Sweet Valley High trilogy—will it be a royal disaster? Elizabeth Wakefield is avoiding Prince Laurent de Sainte-Marie. He may be devastatingly cute, but he's engaged to Antonia di Rimini, the daughter of a haughty countess. Then Elizabeth learns that Prince Laurent has refused to marry Antonia—because he loves Elizabeth! Elizabeth doesn't want to cause an international incident ... but is running away from Château d'Amour Inconnu the answer? Jessica Wakefield's sexy new boyfriend, Jacques Landeau, made an awful mistake. To save himself, he got her mixed up in a major jewel theft. He's apologized a million times, but she's not ready to forgive him. Will Jessica reconsider when he reveals a heart-wrenching secret?
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Lila's New Flame

1997

Sweet Valley is burning up! Late one night, an entire wing of Fowler Crest burns to the ground! Lila Fowler, already furious over a long-distance relationship gone up in smoke, swears revenge on the arsonist who left her home in ashes. Will Lila's vow of vengeance blow up in her face? Steven Wakefield is psyched to intern at the Sweet Valley District Attorney's office. His first assignment? To investigate the Fowler Crest fire. Steven's always considered Lila the flakiest of his sisters' friends. But as he spends time with her, Steven can't help feeling a definite romantic spark. Then he finds a clue that points to Lila as the culprit! How can he prove she's guilty after losing himself in the searing passion of their first kiss?
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Too Hot to Handle

1997

Look out, Sweet Valley—a new bad boy is heading your way in Book Two of this scorching miniseries! Cool, brilliant, and intensely handsome, Devon Whitelaw had a perfect life. But his parents died in a senseless accident, leaving him totally alone. He heads West to find someone who cares about more than just his money. Is the love he so desperately needs waiting for him in California? Steven Wakefield's romance with Lila Fowler is starting to sizzle. But as he investigates her arson case, Steven finds more proof that she torched Fowler Crest. It's getting very hard to believe Lila, even though she insists she was framed. Just as he's about to break his own heart and turn her in, Steven discovers evidence that could brand someone else as the real suspect...someone who's haunted Lila's nightmares for a long, long time...
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Fight Fire with Fire

1997

Can Steven save Sweet Valley from burning to the ground? The fiery conclusion to this scorching miniseries. Jessica Wakefield cannot believe that her big brother, Steven, has fallen for her best friend, Lila Fowler. It's disgusting! Even Jessica's twin sister, Elizabeth, thinks Steven is making a big mistake. So the twins devise a perfect plan to snuff out the sparks between Steven and Lila. But when their scheme backfires, it could lead to a fiery death for someone they love! Lila's been told not to leave town until the arsonist who burned her home has been caught—because she's still the main suspect. Then Steven discovers the real firebug...who holds a grudge against Lila and all the students at SVH. Worst of all, the arsonist is preparing to strike again...
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What Jessica Wants

1998

Can Devon resist Jessica's charm? Is Jessica Wakefield losing her touch? Usually, she can wrap any guy around her little finger. But Devon Whitelaw, the sexy new guy in town, won't give her the time of day. Of course, his coldness makes him even more intriguing. Jessica swears she'll make him hers. In fact, she'll crush anybody who dares stand in her way...including her own twin! When Devon becomes Elizabeth's new chemistry lab partner, she can't help but notice how good looking he is. Who wouldn't? Still, she only has eyes for her longtime boyfriend, Todd Wilkins. But the more time Elizabeth spends with Devon, the more impressed she is by his brilliant mind. In comparison, Todd seems...well, sort of ordinary. Will Todd be history when Devon goes after Elizabeth's heart?
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Elizabeth is Mine

1998

Elizabeth Wakefield never planned on straying from her longtime boyfriend, Todd Wilkins. But then, she'd never met anyone like Devon Whitelaw. Not only is Devon devastatingly sexy, he's also brilliant—and impossible for Elizabeth to resist. Elizabeth tries to break up with Todd gently, but the more she pushes him away, the tighter he clings. Can Elizabeth make Todd understand that she no longer loves him...without breaking his heart? Todd's going insane with jealousy. Why would Elizabeth pick that arrogant jerk Devon over him? Todd needs to prove how much he loves Elizabeth and quick. And he's got the perfect plan. He'll ask her to marry him! If that doesn't work, Todd will have only one option left to make Devon Whitelaw go away....
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Please Forgive Me

1998

Will Elizabeth surrender to love? Elizabeth Wakefield's heart is being ripped to shreds. The rivalry between her longtime boyfriend, Todd Wilkins, and the mysterious Devon Whitelaw has erupted into violence. Forget choosing between them. A disgusted Elizabeth ditches them both. Unless they can both grow up, she'll never speak to either one of them again! Horrified and feeling guilty that he flew off the handle, Todd understands why Elizabeth will have nothing to do with him. But he's not about to give up without a fight. When a dance that Elizabeth is organizing doesn't go as planned, Todd seizes the opportunity to prove how far he'll go to win her forgiveness. But will his desperate effort push him over the edge?
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A Picture-Perfect Prom?

1998

Get ready to party! Junior year is coming to a close, and there's only one thing on Jessica Wakefield's mind—snagging the hottest prom date in Sweet Valley. But who could be worthy of the most devastatingly gorgeous girl at SVH? Jessica and her best friend, Lila Fowler, are determined to find out—by rating all the guys in school. But when their list of who's hot and who's not gets out, the guys seek revenge! Elizabeth Wakefield needs to make a decision fast. She told both of her ex-boyfriends, devoted Todd Wilkins and sexy Devon Whitelaw, that she needed time to stand on her own. But now she's totally alone—without a prom date! Will she be able to figure our who her dream guy is—before he asks someone else? Book one in a monumental four-part miniseries. Join the Sweet Valley High junior class as they prepare to wrap up the most unbelievable year of their lives!
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The Big Night

1998

A night to forget? Elizabeth Wakefield is walking on air. She can't wait to attend the prom on the arm of her sexy date, Devon Whitelaw. But when her ex-boyfriend, Todd Wilkins, wants to be alone with her one last time, will Elizabeth be swept away by a flood of romantic memories? Jessica Wakefield, Sweet Valley's most infamous party girl, is in no mood to celebrate. She's been ditched by her prom date and pegged as a loser on the biggest night of the year! Will Jessica be forced to spend the night by herself, or will true romance blossom when she least expects it?
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Party Weekend

1998

Party like there's no tomorrow.... It's the weekend after the prom, and Sweet Valley High has entered a talent contest at the countrywide battle of the junior classes! Olivia Davidson is in charge of the team from SVH and she's ready for some friendly, fun-filled competition. But when the rivalry between schools escalates to a violent level, Olivia may be caught in the crossfire. In true school spirit, Jessica Wakefield is ready to do anything to make sure SVH's team is victorious—until things start to get out of control. Jessica is suddenly haunted by images of Christian Gorman—the love she lost forever in a tragic interschool confrontation. Has Christian's spirit returned to remind Jessica of what's really important? Book three in a monumental four-part miniseries. Join the Sweet Valley High junior class as they prepare to wrap up the most unbelievable year of their lives!
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Sweet Valley High

Three Novels: Double Love, Secrets & Playing with Fire

1986

One twin is good. One is bad. And they're both California blonde. Will quiet, studious Elizabeth let SVH socialite Jessica take the boy she has her eye on in Double Love? In Secrets, will Jessica dish out some serious dirt on Enid just so she can nab the homecoming crown? And will Elizabeth extinguish the flames igniting between Jessica and her newest boy target, Bruce—or will will she get burned in Playing with Fire?

Authors

Francine Pascal
Francine Pascal
Author · 655 books

Francine Pascal (May 13, 1938— ) is an American author best known for creating the Sweet Valley series of novels. In 1982 she created the characters and the stories for the first six books and her agent, Amy Berkower of Writers House sold them to Bantam Books. Book number one is mostly written by Ms. Pascal. From then on she wrote the stories for every book ever published in the series. After the first book ghostwriters were hired and edited by Dan Weiss' packaging company. Ms. Pascal was married to writer John Pascal (July 8, 1932 - January 7, 1981), and her brother was Broadway lyricist Michael Stewart (August 1, 1924 – September 20, 1987). She now divides her time between homes in New York and the south of France. http://us.macmillan.com/author/franci...

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