Odette from Arizona shares her story of growing up with her twin sister, Cara. Odette is often considered the prettier and more talented of the two, which leads to jealousy and resentment from Cara. Cara consistently tries to sabotage Odette, especially when Odette starts to gain recognition in the entertainment industry.
As Odette's career takes off, she faces challenges from her sister, her own insecurities, and the pressures of fame. Meanwhile, she befriends a boy named Bruce, who helps her navigate these difficulties.
However, when Odette's sister, Kara, leaks a secret that hurts Odette's reputation and relationships, Odette must confront the pain she may have caused her sister and make amends. In the end, Odette decides to take a step back from acting and focus on her art, while her sister starts auditioning again. Odette also makes amends with her friend Daria and is eventually reunited with Bruce, who returns to stay for good.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Odette has a twin sister named Cara.
2. Odette was born after Cara, who was born a minute earlier.
3. Odette has a unique laugh that sounds like a "dying dolphin".
4. Odette's parents told her not to laugh out loud in public.
5. Odette and Cara started taking dance classes in the first grade.
6. Odette received more compliments than Cara for her dancing.
7. Cara tripped Odette and another girl during a dance routine.
8. Odette took up painting as a hobby in the eighth grade.
9. Odette's family moved to LA so Cara could pursue a career in acting.
10. Odette was spotted by a scout and offered a role in a commercial.
11. Odette's mom wanted her to take the role, but Cara was opposed.
12. Odette auditioned for a movie role and got the part.
13. Odette had to work with an acting coach for weeks after school.
14. Odette's movie poster started going up around town.
15. Odette's friend Daria loved to talk about Odette's movie.
16. Odette felt pressure and stress from her movie role.
17. Odette started skipping class once a week with her friend Bruce.
18. Odette's parents found out she was skipping school and threatened to send her away.
19. A video of Odette complaining about her movie was leaked on social media.
20. The director of the movie was furious and threatened to sue Odette.
21. Odette's sister Cara had pictures of Odette and Bruce hugging.
22. Cara suggested leaking the photos to distract from the video scandal.
23. Odette refused to leak the photos, citing Bruce's privacy.
24. Daria turned against Odette, accusing her of stealing Bruce.
25. Bruce's parents sent him to a boarding school due to the scandal.
26. Odette apologized to Bruce and explained the situation.
27. Odette decided to take a step back from acting and focus on her art.
28. Kara started auditioning again, and Odette talked to the director about finding a role for her.
29. Odette painted a huge apology card for Daria, who finally forgave her.
30. Bruce returned for Christmas break and decided to stay with Odette.