Campus Life 101 Books in Order

Bridget leaves for college in Seattle while her boyfriend Grant remains behind grieving his father's death. Distance, new experiences, and temptation strain their relationship, forcing her to question whether the romance she brought from home can survive her changing life.

Cameron begins college in Florida determined to join the most desirable sorority. Attraction to Cuban-born Tad challenges her enthusiasm for Greek life, while prejudice surrounding her mixed-race heritage exposes an uglier side of the social world she hopes to enter.

Kim chooses Summervale University for its reputation as a party school and embraces its drinking scene. Attraction to straight-laced Joe complicates that lifestyle, forcing her to reconsider her behavior before it costs her the relationship she wants.

Zara follows her parents' hopes into a prestigious women's college and a pre-med program, only to struggle academically. An obnoxious roommate and uncertain romantic interest compound her stress, pushing her to decide whether medicine reflects her own ambitions.

Allison remains at home in upstate New York while commuting to college and working as a waitress. Her crowded schedule and overprotective parents, who restrict her driving, make the independence enjoyed by her friends seem increasingly out of reach.

Cameron, Zara, Allison, Kim, and Bridget reunite after college has sent them toward different schools and experiences. Their new lives raise questions about whether a friendship formed in high school can endure changing priorities, relationships, and independence.