Irene Starr is a fifteen years old girl, who has the intellect of a genius but looks younger than her biological age.

Irene transfers to an experimental high school, where she joins The Y-Team, a program for gifted seniors who learn faster than others and need more challenges, especially in math and science. It seems like a dream come true for Irene. But being a new student and coming mid-year, she still needs to prove her worth to her new teammates - nine senior boys.

Life on Y-Team is never dull. There are math-based dancing routines. Human dimensions. A flying eagle tattoo. "Geek Week" to promote math and science. Steering a motorcycle. Volleyball. Complex impedance. A Grand Tournament. Prom. A supernova. And when bullies try to make fun of Irene, they quickly learn: Never mess with the Y-Team.

"Upbeat and empowering story ... A fun read ... Clever and engaging blend of education and inspiration ... It's a skillful balancing act and Merlot pulls it off masterfully." -Reedsy Discovery review