Protective Beast By Olivia T. Turner Now

Ali Bardot is a high school senior whose life has become a "living hell" after she wrote an article criticizing the school's football funding. To stop the relentless bullying from the football team, she seeks out her cousin, former football legend Collin Sullivan, for protection. Instead, she encounters his best friend, , a former outside linebacker whose career ended after a car accident. Elijah is instantly obsessed with Ali and takes it upon himself to "go on the offense" against her bullies. Key Tropes & Themes

Like most of Turner's work, it is a "safe" read with no cheating and a guaranteed happy ending. Reader Consensus Protective Beast by Olivia T. Turner

Elijah is portrayed as a dominant, protective hero who is ready to "claim" Ali the moment they meet. Ali Bardot is a high school senior whose

Readers loved seeing "The Beast" sort out Ali’s bullies. Elijah is instantly obsessed with Ali and takes

A few readers noted that the storyline takes a backseat to the steam once the couple gets together. Community Perspectives