The New Friends

Moving to a fancy new neighborhood doesn't erase your past. Jamie and Victoria learned that secrets follow you across town.

Social climbing usually comes with a steep price. Trying to impress the perfect neighbors just created a trap for everyone involved.

A friendly dinner party can feel like an interrogation. I kept thinking about how much information we give away just to be polite.

Victoria’s obsession with fitting in made her overlook every single red flag. It’s scary how much we ignore when we want to be liked.