A Dangerous Year (Riley Collins)

"...an exhilarating ride!" - Buzzfeed

As the daughter of an American ambassador, seventeen-year-old Riley Collins has grown up in some of the world's most dangerous cities.

She may have learned the art of politics from her dad, but it's the lessons in survival taught by his security chief that she's taken to heart.

When Riley is caught up in a violent incident, the State Department steps in, offering an all-expense paid senior year at Harrington Academy, one of the most elite boarding schools in Connecticut. The catch: she must use her tactical skills to keep her eye on heiress Hayden Frasier, the daughter of a tech billionaire intent on changing the world.

Immersed in American materialism and social media for the first time, it's culture shock for Riley. Hayden resents her new roommate, and Riley learns nothing is ever private when there's a cellphone around. She discovers allies in Von Alder, the cute class flirt; Sam Hudson, whose status as Hayden's ex-boyfriend puts him on the forbidden list; and Captain Grace Taylor, Harrington's tough new head of security, and the only one who knows Riley's true purpose at Harrington.

Disturbing signs begin to appear that Riley's assignment wasn't the walk in the park she'd been promised. She learns the death of Hayden's former roommate might not have been an accident after all, and she spars with classmate Quinn, whose attempts at social sabotage causes Riley to take drastic measures.

As Riley's relationship with Hayden thaws into her first opportunity at true friendship, the danger around her roommate heats up. Riley must fight for her life and Hayden's - and the security of a nation - as those around her reveal themselves to be true friends, or the ultimate betrayers.

"If you loved the elite drama of Gossip Girl, then you'll devour thisclever and dangerously good plot. We guarantee that you won't be able to put this book down!" - PopSugar.com

"Full of action, adventure,romance, and mystery, Trester's debut is an exhilarating ride that willleave readers captivated from beginning to end." - Buzzfeed

"This is our new Gossip Girls, guys. We can feel it." - HelloGiggles. com

"...if you're looking for a YA book with something a little extra, A DANGEROUS YEAR might be just what you're looking for." - Hypable.com

"Far-fetched? Yes. Entertaining? You bet." - PureWow.com "A sharp premise and fun character to throw into such an elite word." - Wyck Godfrey, film producer of TWILIGHT, MAZE RUNNER, and THE FAULT IN OUR STARS
"I absolutely LOVED this book. Smart, fast-paced, and full of surprises, A DANGEROUS YEAR delivers crisp, vivid writing, sharp dialogue, andmemorable characters in the intrepid Riley Collins and her friends - and enemies." - Sara Biren, author of THE LAST THING YOU SAID
"I could not put A DANGEROUS YEAR down! The story, the characters, and the twists and turns are brilliantly written. Riley Collins is smart andstrong, the kind of character you delight in watching as she navigatesuncharted waters in an exclusive boarding school while trying to protect the daughter of a billionaire who's developed software that can breakany code in the world." - Dete Meserve, best-selling author of GOOD SAM and PERFECTLY GOOD CRIME 
"This is a clever, fast-paced thriller that will grab you from page one anddemand not to be put it down. Seriously, I repeatedly stayed up late atnight because I just HAD to know what happened next. A marvelous debut for Kes Trester." - Ismee Amiel, author of WATER IN MAY
"Smart heroine? Check. Tons of action and terrific pacing? Check. Humor, agreat voice, and an ending that leaves you wanting more? You'll find itall right here in Trester's debut novel. Can't wait for the rest of theseries!" - Diana Gallagher, author of LESSONS IN FALLING
"Fast-paced, fun, exciting, and witty, with enough plot twists to keep the readerguessing, A DANGEROUS YEAR is a thrilling read." - Amanda Hosch, authorof MABEL OPAL PEAR AND THE RULES FOR SPYING