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James fits the archetype of a difficult, protective male lead often seen in O’Roark’s other works .

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 Bloom by Elizabeth O’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. James fits the archetype of a difficult, protective

Are you interested in other books by , such as her popular Grumpy Devils series? Bloom by Elizabeth O'Roark - Goodreads While Elle initially stays there to hide from

The narrative centers on Elle navigating a personal crisis while rediscovering herself in a new environment.