James fits the archetype of a difficult, protective male lead often seen in O’Roark’s other works .
A 19-year-old dealing with the fallout of an internship scandal and her parents' messy divorce. 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
The narrative centers on Elle navigating a personal crisis while rediscovering herself in a new environment. Bloom by Elizabeth O’Roark