Chapter 1: Diving Under Summary

When he was seven-years-old, Bryce Loski moved into a new neighborhood. A little girl named Juli Baker lived across the street. She insisted on helping Bryce and his family move in but she was too pushy and had muddy shoes and Bryce was immediately annoyed with her. She grabbed his hand just when his mother opened the front door. He pulled his hand away from her and virtually went into hiding. For the next several weeks, Juli was constantly at the door wanting to play. His dad made excuses for him but his older sister Lynetta tried to sabotage him by letting Juli in a few times.

Bryce started second grade and as soon as he walked in the door, Juli came charging at him and gave him a huge bear hug. She constantly pestered him, following him around...