I'm with Cupid

Gr 6–10—Thirteen-year-old Lena can cross First Kiss off her list of "Things to Accomplish Before I Turn Fourteen." After working with the shy and awkward Marcus Torelli on a math project, Lena felt a spark of interest but denied it as mere brain chemicals, as described by her scientist father, rather than a genuine attraction. Since her mother left when Lena was in fifth grade, she and her father have worked hard to keep their emotions and feelings locked away. Perhaps this is why Lena is perfect for her job as a soul collector. But that kiss with Marcus becomes more than just a milestone to cross off her list. Somehow, her powers of soul collection and Marcus's powers as a matchmaker are switched and now the "balance of things" is upset. Struggling to deal with abilities that are not their own binds them together in a new friendship. Lena learns of Marcus's struggles with his place in his family and the neighborhood bully. Marcus supports Lena in her quest to move past her robotic facade and feel the emotions she needs to land her a spot in the school play. As they work to get their own powers back, they learn that fate has more surprises in store for them.