Life in Outer Space by Melissa Keil

Sam Kinnison, a high school academic prodigy obsessed with horror movies, is happy living in his geeky bubble at Bowen Lakes Secondary (BLS) in the suburbs of Australia.  His close knit circle of friends includes a karate expert, a self-proclaimed Tolkien expert, and a girl who is able to find the best in anyone.  When Camilla Carter, daughter of a famous musician/journalist, moves to town, the dynamic of this group is overturned.  Normally excluded by the A-listers, Camilla bridges the gap between the geeks and popular kids.  At first unwilling to accept Camilla, Sam reluctantly accepts her invitation to a study group and eventually some online gaming.  In Life in Outer Space by Melissa Keil, friendships are tested, relationships grow, and love reigns.  This book tested my 10% Rule (The rule that says, "If I read 10% and don't like it, stop reading.")  It had one major romance plot, but also some mini plots that kept suspense building.  I like the fact it was the group of underdogs the new girl chose to befriend.  As a character, I liked Camilla more at the end, than at the beginning.  Young adult rating on this novel is due to language and relationship issues.