Always in Bloom

Dolores has returned to Willow Creek with a dream—to restore her family's flower shop and greenhouse. But settling back into small-town life isn't as simple as pruning roses and arranging bouquets. Jakob, her longtime friend and confidant, is there too, offering help, support… and a spark that neither of them can ignore. As they work side by side preparing for the town's Spring Festival, old feelings resurface, and a friendship that has always been steady begins to shift. Late nights in the greenhouse, shared laughter, and quiet moments among the flowers stir emotions they've tried to suppress for years. But just as their hearts start to open, misunderstandings and the pressures of small-town gossip threaten to pull them apart. Through fallen displays, jealous exes, and festival chaos, Dolores and Jakob must navigate the delicate line between friendship and love. Will they risk everything to follow their hearts, or will they let fear keep them apart? "Always in Bloom" is a heartwarming, slow-burn friends-to-lovers romance, perfect for readers who love small-town charm, blossoming love, and the beauty of second chances.