From the award-winning author of The First Rule of Punk comes the story of four kids who form an alternative Scout troop that shakes up their sleepy Florida town.*"Writing with wry restraint that's reminiscent of Kate DiCamillo... a beautiful tale." --Kirkus Reviews (starred review)When three very different girls find a mysterious invitation to a lavish mansion, the promise of adventure and mischief is too intriguing to pass up. Ofelia Castillo (a budding journalist), Aster Douglas (a bookish foodie), and Cat Garcia (a rule-abiding birdwatcher) meet the kid behind the invite, Lane DiSanti, and it isn't love at first sight. But they soon bond over a shared mission to get the Floras, their local Scouts, to ditch an outdated tradition. In their quest for justice, independence, and an unforgettable summer, the girls form their own troop and find something they didn't know they needed: sisterhood.

AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR: Please see below for an abbreviated list of awards and accolades The First Rule of Punk has garnered.MUCH ANTICIPATED FOLLOW-UP:The First Rule of Punk was a highly visible book. Gatekeepers and young readers are eagerly awaiting Celia's latest novel.FOR READERS WHO LOVE adventure stories starring found families/misfits like Liar & Spy by Rebecca Stead, Be Prepared by Vera Brosgol, Hello Universe by Erin Entrada Kelly, and The Penderwicks by Jeanne Birdsall.A TRIBUTE TO GROWING UP & A CELEBRATION OF SISTERHOOD: The girls question outdated traditions, stretch past their comfort zones, and exercise independence.A call to CREATE A SPACE FOR YOURSELF: If you don't see an organization or group that supports and nurtures your multitudes, create one.A love letter to CHILD ACTIVISTS who don't wait for adults to make things right, and a powerful reminder to kids that their ideas and actions matter.DIY ELEMENT: The book includes a guide to making badges, baking cookies, birdwatching, and using crystals with your own troop.