Break out your pom poms! The highly anticipated, stand-alone companion to the instant #1 bestseller The Tryout promises even more cheer, higher stakes, and relatable middle-school drama. Perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier.
Step up. Commit. Follow through. After the crushing disappointment of not making the cheerleading squad, Christina and her besties, Megan and Leanne, are thrilled to discover they can try out again in eighth grade. Christina is more confident this year: She dresses in her own style and has amazing friends, even her first crush. But what if the girls don't all make the squad? Worse than that, Christina learns her parents' marriage is collapsing. Suddenly, her family, her future, and her identity seem in total freefall. Can Christina keep it together and still make her cheerleading dreams come true? This high-flying, heart-filled story will make you laugh harder, cry more, and cheer louder than ever!
