We Are Not Like Them

Jen and Riley have been best friends since childhood, but their lifelong bond is tested after a tragic event involving a police officer and an unarmed Black teenager shakes their community. As grief, loyalty, race, and justice collide, both women are forced to confront difficult truths about friendship, privilege, and the choices that define us. Thought-provoking and deeply moving, this novel explores the complexities of love, trust, and hope in a divided world.

Perfect for readers who enjoy contemporary fiction, emotionally powerful stories, and book club novels that spark meaningful conversations.