With the close of her freshman year, Noli finds herself at the crossroads of romance and reality, where every choice feels like a step into the unknown. Xander: The golden boy of Cascade Prep, with a smile that could melt hearts and a reputation that precedes him. He's the guy every girl dreams of, but could he be the one to make Noli's dreams come true? Jack: The childhood soccer star who is here to celebrate another Fourth of July with Noli's family. With him, the line between friendship and something more is tantalizingly getting blurred. Caught in a whirlwind love triangle, Noli must navigate the complexities of first love, the weight of expectation, and the fear of the unknown. As she grapples with the allure of new beginnings and the comfort of familiar bonds, Noli realizes that love is as unpredictable as it is exhilarating. Will Noli choose the path of comfort or the thrill of the unknown? Will she follow her heart or let fate decide? The first book in the "High School Summer Series", "Sophomore Summer," captures the intoxicating whirlwind of teenage love, the agony of unspoken words, and the dizzying joy of that unforgettable first kiss.