The Clique

Massie Block is the leader of the Pretty Committee, fixated on wealth, image, and being the center of attention. She uses exclusion, insults, and manipulation to maintain her status and keep others in line. Her jealousy of Claire sparks calculated pranks and strategic social maneuvering. By the end, she confronts the consequences of her behavior and begins to reconsider her grip on the group.

Claire enters as Massie's unexpected guest and is immediately faced with hostility from the Pretty Committee. Despite the bullying, she stays true to herself and forges a growing friendship with Layne and Chris's sister. She challenges the clique's power by choosing authenticity over conformity. Her resilience helps steer the group toward reconciliation during the charity events and the field trip.

Dylan is a member of the Pretty Committee who experiences pressure to fit the group's standards and is involved in the social shaming arc. She endures pranks and body-shaming as part of the clique's tests of loyalty. She navigates the drama with a mix of vulnerability and resilience, contributing to the evolving dynamics of the group.

Alicia is one of the Pretty Committee members who participates in the social machinations and wardrobe-centric scenes. She becomes a target of the group's manipulations through the IM pranks, and she must navigate balancing friendship and status. She evolves as the clique's behavior is challenged and the group begins to reflect on its actions.

Kristen is the wealth-conscious member who is drawn to Chris and often embodies the competitive toughness of the group. Her actions reflect the pressure to maintain top grades and appearances. She experiences jealousy and loyalty tests that drive some of the plot's key moments.

Chris is an older boy who piques Massie's romantic interest and becomes part of the clique's social orbit. He agrees to rides with Massie and is a focal point of jealousy and desire among the girls. His relationship with Massie helps to reveal the complexities of popularity and attraction in the group.

Layne is Chris' eccentric younger sister who befriends Claire after the bullying escalates. She provides a counterpoint to the Pretty Committee's cruelty, offering honesty and emotional insight. Her presence helps Claire reclaim agency and eventually prompts a shift in the group's dynamics.