Just My Luck

Written by Jeff Anderson

Part of the Zack Delacruz series

A dodgeball mishap, a crush, and chaos at the Fall Fiesta-val. Can Zack win Abhi's heart?

3.9 Goodreads · 46 ratings

208 pages· 35,805 words· Est. 4 hour read· 620L

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Bookroo's summary

Zack Delacruz has a crush on Abhi, the new girl, but a dodgeball accident leaves him in her bad books. Despite his efforts, nothing seems to work. At the Fall Fiesta-val, chaos ensues with runaway trains and confetti explosions, and Zack finally discovers why Abhi's been avoiding him. With her intimidating brother in the mix, can Zack find a way to connect with Abhi and prove he's a true friend? This middle-school adventure is filled with humor and heart, capturing the essence of young crushes and the importance of listening.

From the publisher

Zack Delacruz is back—and this time he has a crush! Zack really wants to meet Abhi, the new girl at school. But things get off to a rough start when he accidentally knocks her to the ground during a game of dodgeball. And whenever he tries to make amends, she just ignores him. Nothing works—not his friends’ advice or his “lucky” cologne. In fact, he just seems more and more cursed! Then, at the Fall Fiesta-val, Zack finally learns the real reason behind Abhi’s cold shoulder . . . but not before total chaos erupts. With a runaway train, exploding confetti-filled eggs, and Abhi’s terrifying older brother, will Zack ever get a chance to talk to his crush? In the end, Zack learns what it means to to listen and to be a good friend. This dynamite sequel captures the middle-school experience—and will keep readers laughing from beginning to end.

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