Bloom - By Elizabeth Oвђ™roark

The older brother of Elle's best friend. He is described as a brooding, protective "alpha" figure who has a significant age gap with Elle.

A 19-year-old dealing with the fallout of an internship scandal and her parents' messy divorce. Bloom by Elizabeth O’Roark

James fits the archetype of a difficult, protective male lead often seen in O’Roark’s other works . The older brother of Elle's best friend

The story explores the dynamic between a younger woman and her best friend's older brother. James fits the archetype of a difficult, protective

Desperate for a fresh start, Elle spends her summer at a beach house with her best friend and her best friend's older brother, . James was the center of Elle's childhood daydreams, but he has grown into a gorgeous yet unpredictable man—fiercely protective one moment and belligerent the next. While Elle initially stays there to hide from her troubles, she finds herself drawn back into her long-standing crush on James, who is determined to keep her safe even from himself. Key Characters

A roommate and "genius slacker" who provides support and friendship during the summer. Themes & Tropes

Are you interested in other books by , such as her popular Grumpy Devils series? Bloom by Elizabeth O'Roark - Goodreads