Reaching for the Sun
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Last published Thu, Sep 25, 2025
Academic rivals, Beatrice and Theodore, have been elected as co-presidents of the student body at their high school, and must put aside their rivalry within the firm boundaries of academics.
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For Beatrice, it was hate at first test grades when Theodore Samson dethroned her from her spot as best student to ever grace her high school. Ever since, it was all about securing the top spot once more, and wiping the floors with Theodore's colossal ego.
But when Beatrice and Theodore are elected as co-presidents for their student body council at school, both teens must learn to put their rivalry within the strict boundaries of academics to ensure the best experience for themselves and the rest of their peers.
However, sparks ignite as they work hand-in-hand, and they begin seeing a different side to one another that wasn't visible before. And when college application deadlines approach and dreams are on the line, it's time for Beatrice to decide what's really important for her.
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