Whaley, John Corey. Highly Illogical Behavior. Dial, 2016. ISBN 978-0525428183 256 pp. $

A well-meaning student decides that a local teenager with agoraphobia would be the perfect subject for a winning essay to gain entry to her desired college. What starts out as an experiment journeys through friendship and betrayal as Lisa brings her boyfriend Clark in Sol’s life, as well.

This contemporary teen problem novel explores psychology, sexuality and Star Trek with humor, pathos and excellent pacing. suggested for fans of Rainbow Rowell.