In Bloom

Set in a small coastal Australian town in the mid-1990s, In Bloom follows four teenage girls, united by their love of grunge music, as they navigate the challenges of class, friendship, and adolescence. When their lead singer accuses their beloved music teacher of assault, the girls are forced to confront difficult truths and decide how far they will go to protect their dreams. Brash and energetic, the novel explores girlhood, resilience, and the bonds that hold or break us under pressure.