Mary Ellen, Nancy, Walt, Olivia, Pres, and Angie have made the Tarenton Cheerleading Squad -- now they have to stay together. Jealous rivals and new romances threaten to break their team spirit. They are pressured by the upcoming state competition and the Homecoming Queen election. Mary Ellen contends with an enemy who's out to ruin her reputation; Nancy, with the trials of a new love. Can they possibly stick together?

Early work of Young Adult horror and mystery writer Christopher Pike. While this novel is quite different from his usual suspense and horror masterpieces, fans will quickly recognize the clear and concise writing style of the beloved author by his wonderful ability to accurately portray teenage angst, love, and heartbreak.