New student Stargirl Carraway is unlike anyone the kids at Mica Area High School have ever encountered. She doesn't conform to the "norm" at an age when "fitting in" is usually at the height of importance. As the school year progresses, the students waver in their opinion of Stargirl, and can't seem to make up their collective mind as to whether her eccentric behavior is endearing or a threat. In the midst of all of this is Leo, who starts out being fascinated in Stargirl and eventually comes to love her; but when his own acceptance by his fellow classmates is threatened, what will Leo choose to do? 
 A great read about individuality vs. conformity, understanding and acceptance of self, and the relationships that define the teenage years.