Two Truths and a Lionel

Hardcover Synopsis Perfect for fans of Justin A. Reynolds and Talia Hibbert, this comedic romp explores the social hierarchy of high school, the ego of a teenage boy, and the meaning of “the truth will set you free.” After his cat eats his ex–best friend Mickey’s fish, Lionel is forced to go with her to a local pet store to buy a replacement. While there, a fire spreads through the shop. Both Mickey and Lionel manage to escape in the nick of time—but Lionel couldn't tell you that from his own memory; he just wakes up outside the pet store after passing out. The next day at school, attention buzzes around Lionel, scoring him "that's the guy" looks from strangers. Even his longtime crush, Josefina, is giving him the time of day. Lionel soon learns that security footage of the fire has been circulating—and it paints Lionel as the one who saved the day at the pet store. Unfortunately, Lionel has no recollection of the events, but him being the hero isn't quite adding up. For Lionel, who ha