Boys Like Us Book 2

In Boys Like Us – Book 2, sophomore year at Ridgeway High brings more than just new classes—it brings new pressure, new connections, and the growing realization that friendship is harder to hold onto when life starts to pull you in different directions.

Noah, once invisible, now stands out—and catches feelings for the enigmatic new girl, Talia. But when Jayden, the quiet artist of the group, starts sketching her in secret, unspoken tensions rise. Eli wrestles with living in the shadow of his perfect older brother while chasing his own creative dreams. Malik, the rising basketball star, finds himself drowning under the weight of expectations, scouts, and a future he’s not sure he wants.

As relationships fray and secrets simmer, the four friends must navigate jealousy, silence, family expectations, and the fear of growing apart. But through bonfires, hallway fights, and late-night heart-to-hearts, they learn that showing up—for yourself and each other—is what keeps a brotherhood alive.