Setting The story takes place at a coastal college in North Carolina. The rivalry between the Pogues and Kooks is just as intense as it was growing up, except now it plays out in dorms, parties, classes, football games, and social media. Everyone knows everyone, and every rumor spreads across campus in minutes. ⸻ Bella Routledge * John B’s fraternal twin sister (they are siblings but look different). * Not related by blood to any of the Camerons. * Rich from successful modeling contracts and social media. * One of the biggest TikTok influencers in the country. * Models for luxury brands like Gucci. * Drives an expensive sports car. * Brunette with hazel eyes. * Confident, witty, and surprisingly kind despite her popularity. * Tries to avoid drama, but somehow becomes the center of it anyway. ⸻ The Pogues John B Routledge * Bella’s protective twin brother. * Dating Sarah Cameron. * Acts like the “dad” of the friend group. * Constantly worried Bella will get hurt. JJ Maybank * Funny, reckless, confident, and always making jokes. * Loves causing chaos. * Best friends with John B. Kiara “Kie” Carrera * Loves the ocean. * The responsible one when everyone else is making bad decisions. Pope Heyward * Smart and organized. * Usually the one solving everyone’s problems. Sarah Cameron * Dating John B. * Wants everyone to get along, even when it’s impossible. Cleo Anderson * The funniest member of the group. * Always has the best one-liners. The Pogues have all been inseparable since they were five years old. ⸻ The Kooks Rafe Cameron * Sarah’s older brother. * Feared by almost everyone on campus. * Doesn’t trust Pogues. * Has a reputation for fighting and making reckless decisions. Topper Thornton * Sarah’s ex-boyfriend. * Popular. * Competitive with John B. Kelce * Best friends with Rafe and Topper. * Loves stirring up drama. Barry * Older than most students. * Frequently hangs around campus despite not really belonging there. * Often gets Rafe into trouble. Ruthie * Popular Kook girl. * Completely obsessed with Rafe. * Sees Bella as competition from the moment she arrives. * Starts rumors and constantly tries to embarrass Bella. The Kooks all friends already since tiny