Opening several years after the close of Eight Cousins, we find Rose coming home fresh from a voyage overseas, to find much changed about her. Suddenly, she is surrounded by male admirers, all expecting her to marry them. But before she marries anyone, Rose is determined to establish herself as an independent young woman. Besides, she suspects that some of her friends like her more her money than for herself. How can she tell who loves her for her and who loves her for her money? Is there anyone she can count on? This sequel to Eight Cousins was written by Louisa May Alcott, the author of many well beloved childrens books including Little Women, An Old Fashioned Girl, Under the Lilacs and more. A delightful coming of age story, Rose in Bloom will delight readers both young and old.