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In her second book, high school sophomore Cassie is tired of always coming in second and develops a plan to change her status. As can be expected, the plan goes well for a while but then something goes wrong. While Roberts tries to use a light touch, too many details bog down the narrative. Still, Cassie's fans will enjoy the story.