The first thing I thought when I saw the title was this song I Like Me Better (When I'm With You) by Lauv and that feels like it would fit with this story.
Zach is pulled into a prank gone wrong by taking the credit for it, and because of that he has to do some community service. He runs into Chip and definitely wants to get to know him better, so he volunteers to work in the aquarium gift shop so he can be nearby. After that is a sweet back and forth between these two as they get to know each other.
It's not just about the romance, there are also sub-stories on friendship, teamwork, and bullying that Zach has to deal with. He wants to protect his teammate by taking the fallout, but he also has to stand up to him. When Zach has to choose between his team and Chip, he agonizes over the decision and tries not to let anyone down.
Good characters and a great summer read. Dialogue is fun and relatable.
Zach is pulled into a prank gone wrong by taking the credit for it, and because of that he has to do some community service. He runs into Chip and definitely wants to get to know him better, so he volunteers to work in the aquarium gift shop so he can be nearby. After that is a sweet back and forth between these two as they get to know each other.
It's not just about the romance, there are also sub-stories on friendship, teamwork, and bullying that Zach has to deal with. He wants to protect his teammate by taking the fallout, but he also has to stand up to him. When Zach has to choose between his team and Chip, he agonizes over the decision and tries not to let anyone down.
Good characters and a great summer read. Dialogue is fun and relatable.