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 he can't do both - what will he do?
. . . Margo has arrived in Sweet Valley, and is ready to take over her new life - even if it belongs to someone else!

Elizabeth entered the courtroom. With relief, she sank into a seat next to her father at a long, narrow table in front.
Mr. Wakefield approached the bench, as did the district attorney who was arguing the case against her. Elizabeth watched the Judge and the two lawyers converse in low tones. It's like a made-for-TV movie, she thought, feeling dazed and helpless. It's a movie and I've been assigned a part, but I don't have the script. I don't know anyone's lines. I don't know what's going to happen.
Judge Baird struck her dek with a gravel/ The sound echoed ominously throughout the courtroom; Elizabeth's heart jumped. Instantly, an expectant hush fell over the audience. "Court is now in session," the judge pronounced. Elizabeth closed her eyes, mentally preparing herself. This is it . . .