To summarize the synopsis from the back cover, this is a story about a space squad of misfits who stumbles on a secret of galactic importance. It’s told from seven different points of view, and it doesn’t really matter whose perspective you’re reading at the moment—they’re all hilarious.

Happy fall! School started, the leaves changed color, and that morning nip gets me now when I head off for a morning run. So it seemed like a great time to highlight some books where school plays a big role.

If you love young adult books and need something to read by the pool this summer, I’ve got suggestions for you.