A Very Bad Friend is a story about a young girl named Sarah who meets a new friend named Lily. At first, Sarah is excited to have a new friend, but soon she realizes that Lily is not a good influence on her.
Lily starts to pressure Sarah into doing things she knows are wrong, like skipping school and stealing from stores. Sarah feels torn between wanting to fit in with Lily and knowing that she is making bad choices.
As Sarah's grades start to slip and she gets into trouble with her parents, she realizes that Lily is not a true friend and decides to distance herself from her. Sarah learns an important lesson about the importance of surrounding herself with positive influences.
The story serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of peer pressure and the importance of choosing friends who will support and encourage you to make good decisions.