Overview

A Lesbian Campus Story

From the savannas of Kenya to the concrete jungle of Lakeview University, Ellie Parker's journey is about to take an unexpected turn. Her years of homeschooling didn't prepare her for the social minefield of American college life. Thrust into a world of cliques, crushes, and campus politics, Ellie quickly becomes entangled with an unofficial royalty known as the elite trio.

As Ellie navigates the treacherous waters of university life, she finds herself torn between her growing connection with artistic outsider Zoe Alvarez, her academic aspirations in mathematics, and the seductive allure of popularity. With each decision, she learns that the line between fitting in and losing yourself is razor-thin.

"Queen Bees" is a witty, heartfelt exploration of identity, friendship, and personal growth in the pressure cooker of higher education. From cutthroat study groups to viral scandals, every day is a test - and not just academically. When manipulation of the university's grading system threatens to upend campus hierarchy, Ellie must decide where her true loyalties lie.

This fresh take on college life delves into the complexities of female friendships, the impact of social media, and the courage it takes to be authentic in a world that demands conformity. As alliances shift and secrets stored on a mysterious USB drive threaten to unravel everything, Ellie must decide who she really wants to be - and what kind of queen she aspires to become.

Set against the backdrop of Lakeview University's Spring Gala and the intense world of collegiate Math Olympiads, "Queen Bees" explores themes of cultural adjustment, academic pressure, and the search for belonging. As Ellie grapples with homesickness for Kenya and the challenges of her new life, she learns that true strength comes from embracing one's unique perspective.

Smart, funny, and painfully relatable, "Queen Bees" is the campus novel that will have readers laughing, cringing, and rooting for Ellie as she discovers that true queens lift each other up - and that the most important equations are the ones that balance friendship, integrity, and self-discovery.