by Gillian McDunn

Elliott has never had many friends,  and he’s sure where he fits into his own family, especially since his newly remarried dad and stepmom are expecting a baby.   His only solace is cooking, where he can control the outcome, testing exciting recipes and watching his favorite cooking shows.

When he’s paired with the super-popular Maribel for a school-wide business project, Elliott is a little nervous that they won’t see eye to eye.  But Maribel is also looking for a new way to show others her true self, and sometimes the least likely friends have the most in common…and sometimes you have to make a few mistakes before you learn what’s right.