4/5
A fun, relatively quick read.
I'm new to the omegaverse. This was a fun intro to it with enough heat to make me squirm, but not enough to make me blush...too much. A fun, relatively quick read.
Koda Tucker is lying. Or at least she’s not telling the whole truth. Despite what the tests say, she’s not a beta, she’s an omega—one that doesn’t even perfume properly. For years she’s managed to hide her scent, but it becomes increasingly difficult after she catches the attention of an alpha pack.
Jenson is her professor. He makes her feel like the most important person in the world. Aidan is the gorgeous male who isn’t as self-assured as he appears. And Lorenzo is the quiet alpha who makes her feel safest when she’s in his arms. All three are pursuing her, but what happens when they find out she isn’t a beta?
What happens when the academy finds out?
Be Warned: reverse harem romance (MFMM), anal sex, triple penetration, public exhibition
Excerpt:
I crossed my legs under the textbook and pretended to skim the pages like I was looking for something. Yes, I got the irony of not actually doing work but honestly, who could study when someone was staring at them?
A feeling of closeness had me looking up to Aidan suddenly much closer. Apparently, the chairs weren’t studded down because Aidan scooted his so the fabric of our chairs’ arms were touching. I glared at the offending fabric, refusing to lose my temper and snap at him. Not even for doing anything wrong but for making me want him so much. The urge to throw off everything on my lap and jump into his was stronger than I expected, and my inner omega was beating against my beta instincts.
I took a deep breath to calm myself and immediately regretted it. His beautiful alpha scent, like a perfect rainstorm, was tainted with the female beta scent of Laura. My inner omega growled at the territorial gesture from the other female even as my logical side argued he wasn’t mine.
Aidan’s eyes widened, and I cut the sound off. It was a little like choking to hold back my instincts, but it was all about protecting my future.
“What do you want?” I snapped at him, yanking both earbuds out. I hoped the growl came off as annoyance and not aggressive jealousy.
“You’re pretty riled up for a Friday night.”
“What is everyone’s obsession with the date? I get it, it’s Friday and I’m lame because I’m studying. There’s really no need to point it out, and on top of that, you’re in the same place as me, so it’s pretty hypocritical.”
I didn’t make a joke, so I was pretty shocked when Aidan started laughing. “Jenson was right. You are feisty.”
I couldn’t say I didn’t get excited about the idea of Jenson talking about me with his pack. At least, my heart thought it was sweet and my pussy definitely thought it got a compliment, but my brain reminded me any attention was bad attention. And while flirting with an insanely hot male would be rewarding in its own way—something to remember when I took a vibrator into my makeshift nest—I couldn’t risk my future on something so meaningless.
“Look, I’m not trying to be rude, but I really need to work on this project, and I don’t know you.”
I moved to put my headphones back on when he said, “Well, good thing I have time tonight. We can do two positions before I let you come.”
I stared at Aidan. Truly trying to figure out what the hell he just said. In fact, I stared for so long he started laughing and clutching his stomach. I thought he might have just had a mini stroke, but his laugh sure did make my voice catch in my throat, stopping any questions or concerns from coming out.
“I’ll let you off the hook this once, but if we’re going to be spending time getting to know each other, then you better learn to figure these out yourself. Two positions before coming. It’s like killing two birds with one stone but with less murder and more sex.” Aidan wiggled his eyebrows in a way that was too sexy for such a funny gesture.
“And what two things do you supposedly think you’re going to be doing?”
“Introducing myself and helping you with your project, of course. I’m sure my brothers will help too once they’re done outside.”
I glanced over to where Aidan gestured to his packmates. Both Jenson and Lorenzo were still dealing with the females, and it seemed like they were disputing the breakup. If my inner omega wasn’t on the verge of walking over there and claiming two males she didn’t know, I would have continued watching the whole thing like a comically bad show.
“I’m Aidan, by the way. And you are?”
“Oh, so Jenson can tell you I’m feisty but not my name?” I ignored the thrill that went down my spine at using my professor’s name so casually.
“You’re Koda Tucker. Probably twenty-one years old, depending on when your birthday is. Maybe twenty-two.” Aidan paused, looking around like he was about to deliver a secret before he leaned in and whispered, “And I would bet after a couple orgasms, you’d easily take my knot.”
Could hearts beat triple time? Because mine was pounding so fast, I could not only hear it, but it was making me light-headed. I’d literally been struck speechless, without a drop of moisture in my mouth to make any sort of rebuttal. Maybe because my body had sent all my blood and moisture to my pussy as it leaked and cried for attention. For the promise of this alpha’s knot.
I imagined getting on my knees for Aidan while completely naked. He’d be fully dressed and barely lower his pants and underwear before pulling his cock out. He’d tell me to open my mouth and stick my tongue out. Slowly sliding his cock on my tongue, gripping my hair on the back of my head to hold me still so I couldn’t move. Finally, he’d shove his cock all the way into my mouth, hitting the back of my throat while I fought the urge not to gag. And then he’d say the words I’d been looking for as he forced me to stay on his cock until I stopped gagging—good girl.
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Product Reviews
5/5
The heat was off the charts
This was a Omega Universe type romance and I heartily enjoyed it, the heat was off the charts and I loved the characters!
5/5
Has Koda finally found acceptance & HEA with Jenson, Lorenzo & Aidan?
If you love paranormal reverse harem romance then this Koda, Jenson, Lorenzo & Aidan's story is the one for you. Koda is struggling with who she is & just wants to finish her education. Sparks fly between Koda, Jenson, Lorenzo & Aidan. Can these 3 alpha males show Koda that she is all that they want or will outside influences destroy it all? Awesome story.
5/5
A Half-Beta, Half-Omega’s Journey
Koda smells like a beta, but has the instincts of an omega and the mindset of both. Studying at Barker Academy for a degree in Astrophysics, she knows that if she gets outed as an omega she’ll be kicked out - but meeting Professor Jenson Fields and his pack mates Lorenzo and Aiden stirs up her omega and causes problems. I enjoyed reading Koda’s journey in learning how to handle her designation and her new pack. Also interesting to read was the societal segregation and hierarchy of alphas, betas and omegas. An in-depth and interesting yet steamy and romantic read.
5/5
What it's worth
Reverse Harem. FMMM. Koda/Jenson/Aiden/Lorenzo. 1/2 Beta,1/2 Omega/Alpha/Alpha/Alpha. Student/Professor/Business owner/Band member. Pack. Attraction. Affection. Acceptance. Secret. Abandonment. Happiness. Sadness. Fear. Worry. Unacceptable. Wonderful characters and endearing story. Love. HEA. Exciting story
5/5
Definitely recommend
This was such a fresh take on the Omegaverse world. I loved how the heroine was so strong and had goals society deemed were not meant for an omega. Yet with the right pack she got to achieve her dreams and live her happily ever after. Definitely recommend
5/5
For what it's worth
An interesting read I thought. An omega trying to hide who she is. The 3 Male characters were also good and brought the fun into it. I enjoyed thus book. I received a free copy via booksprout and I'm giving my review freely and honestly
4/5
Couldn’t Stop Until I Finished
I really enjoyed this book. Couldn’t stop reading until I finished it. The alphas were so sweet and I loved Koda. Can’t wait to read more from this author.
4/5
“It was terrifying that my future solely relied on these males.”
Not as traditional as most Omegaverse books I found the world Josephine created very interesting and engaging. I loved the three alphas, so diverse and delicious. Koda and her situation was unique and I loved seeing them bond and grow to care for each other. It was absolutely fantastic…until I got to the last two chapters. I have no idea what happened. It was almost like the author got tired of writing and just quit. At best it’s a HFN end but somehow I feel if it’s a cliffhanger there would be some indication of this. I couldn’t believe it when I saw “The End” because it’s not really. This was especially frustrating because until then it was a really great book. I truly hope the author has plans to really finish the story of these wonderful characters.
4/5
For What It's Worth
We all know not to judge a book by its cover, but every now and then I read a book that reminds me not to judge a book by the number of people who have read it. When scrolling on my kindle, I tend to dismiss books that only have a handful of ratings assuming that the best books will be popular. This book reminded me that some of the best gems haven’t been discovered yet. Josephine Light put her stamp on the omegaverse genre by introducing a heroine who is both beta and omega. After years of suppressing her omega side, we get to watch her come to embrace it as she finds her pack of alphas. The world building sets up a very intriguing society. Betas are beginning to gain more rights, and some of the alphas aren’t too pleased by that. Betas seem to revere while also resent alphas and tend to hold some frustration towards omegas. My only complaint is that I was so interested in all of the dynamics that I was disappointed we didn’t delve deeper. We are left feeling the tension between the designations. I’m hoping this is a sign of more books to come.
4/5
Interesting concept
Interesting take on omega verse on general. Not sure I’ve read on where the omega isn’t fully omega so this was a unique concept.Was easy to read and flowed well. I liked the female Lead he relationship with Jason, Aidan and lorenzo . I still had a lot of unanswered questions and felt the ending was rushed a bit and this could be amended with an epilogue.
4/5
Good Book
This is the first book I've read written by Josephine Light; I can’t wait to read more of her books. The story is about Koda, Aidan & Jenson; she’s is hiding that she is an omega. I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
4/5
Entertaining.
It's a quick, steamy, sweet read. I really liked the way they relate to each other and the different personalities of the alphas. As well as the fact that she takes advantage of what she has at hand to get what she wants. Entertaining.
4/5
Interesting tale
I liked this story. It was a little overdrawn, but it was a good read. I liked the different take of the "broken" omega, but the story focuses more on hiding her dynamic so she can stay in school than it does on relationship development. I'm curious if the story will continue in another book. While it doesn't end terribly, it is a rather blunt ending. I had no doubt that it would work out in the end, I think I just wish there had been more to it. There were other bits of the tale that were left open for further attention, at least that's how my brain interpreted them. Overall, it was super steamy, lots of sweetness, and some rather exciting moments. I enjoyed the tale.
4/5
Unique
There is no denying the uniqueness of the premise of Koda's story. It is a quick and easy read that is a reverse harem omegaverse romance. With Koda there was alot of back an forth with her personality. This is a very steamy student/professors romance. Overall it is an enjoyable read where I hope that is a second book .
5/5
A fantastic read
This is my first Josephine Light novel, and I wasn't disappointed. Delightfully hot and steamy. Great characters, and a well written storyline. Would recommend. Will read more from this author.
5/5
Sweet and steamy
This was a fun and steamy read that takes Koda, an omega that smells like a beta, and places her in a college for betas and alphas. She spends her time hiding her designation but yeah, meeting her pack of alphas shifted everything sideways for her ;D Expect a super steamy read full of sweetness, some drama and excitement to keep you flipping pages.
4/5
For What It's Worth!
This is such an interesting and intriguing paranormal alpha/beta/omega story. The author has taken on a different approach to the alpha/beta/omega wolf genre. She has built a very different world where alphas can only knot with omegas and therefore Omegas have a limited path on what they can do. The betas are given more flexibility and can attend college. Where of course the alphas are top dogs. The story is about Koda, Jenson, Aidan and Lorenzo. She test as a beta but is really an omega. Very interesting story. I loved the guys. Each one brings not only their protective alpha self but something different. Koda is fine but a bit moody and needy at times. Overall, a good story line and likable characters.
4/5
I couldn't put it down
I really enjoyed this omegaverse story. It was a nice take on the different designations. Koda is an omega but she presents as a beta. She has spent the last several years hiding so that she can get an education. At her university she meets 3 alphas who make her omega side come out. I really liked the relationships between them beginning even when they believed she was a beta. The story was so good I couldn't put it down. My only complaint is that I wish we got more about them after bonding. I would love another book with Koda and her guys.
5/5
Where do I start… WOW
Where do I start… I didn’t have any expectations with this book or author. WOW I am completely impressed and awed but how unexpected this book is. Let get a few quirks out of the way, at no point are we let known what paranormal they are or if they even shift, but the story moves so well that I didn’t feel like I was missing something, you just knew you didn’t know. AND that was it for me on the cons, lol. Let me tell you this is super duper sexy and I want more!! I loved this slight introduction of a friend for her and now I want to know Hannah’s story….. hint hint. These alphas are awesome and fit the image in my head and I was just loving every page. Could easily have read a few hundred more pages but I’ll settle for a few more books from this “new to me” author.
4/5
Great story
Koda has a secret. She guards it so she can continue her education. A local pack of Alphas discover her secret. Will she be able to convince them to keep her secret? Easy to read this quick reverse harem romance. Did seem a bit rushed at times, but overall good storyline.
4/5
Good but I expected more
I like the new take of omegaverse being half bets half omega however the only I had with this book was how the fmc was portrayed, I felt like she was too focused on hiding her identity that I really had a hard time seeing her true self. I love MMc's Enzo, Jensen and Aiden I think they're bold and really shine in the story in terms of wanting to pursue the fmc. There is a lot going on in this book, a lot of drama, tension, suspense yet despite all that I felt that the ending was a little too fast and disappointing.
5/5
A great debut
This is an omegaverse novel with a twist! Koda is a mix between a beta and omega. Her omega side only shines through when she is horny so she can slip through the cracks of everyday life as a beta. She finally gets to college when she meets Jen, Addie and Enzo. Her pack. This is a great book that tells a good love story with a hidden stream of how to move passed social norms and also doing what you want to, not what you feel you should do. I liked this book, the characters and the setting. I would love if this spun out into a series or at least a prequel so we can find out how Hannah and her men got together.
4/5
Definitely worth a read
Koda is half beta and half omega, she has lived in fear her whole life of her secret being found out. All she wants is an education, after two years of community college she is accepted into a university. Enzo, Jensen and Aiden are Alpha's whom are searching for their very own omega to cherish, love and protect. All three are drawn to Koda although all they smell is beta their break off their current beta relationships and purse her. There is so much packed into this book and the Alpha’s are all wonderful! Explosive hot and steamy moments, my only caveat is Koda living in fear of being found out she is an omega and getting kicked out of university. Ending felt very rushed and not complete.
4/5
I liked this a Lot
I liked this a Lot, for an omega female she was actually a lot less omega than most books I’ve read and it was nice, her guys respected her and her dreams. It was really refreshing for some of these I have read, the spice is HOT, steamy but still a nice bit of slow burn too. Looking forward to reading more in future Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy in return for an honest opinion
5/5
Perfect story!! Loved this story--excellent writing !!
Loved this reverse harem story. Loved how each of the character were so connected in the story. Loved how well the story was written and the steamy parts were just that--STEAMY!!! If you are looking for a great stand alone book that rocks--I just can't say it enough how much I enjoyed it!!
5/5
Spicy
Loved it. Found myself wondering, worrying, then rooting for Koda. I was sad when the book ended but hopefully that mean there's a sequel coming.
5/5
Worth it!
Tbh, I kept putting this book off because the title wasn’t calling to me. Now it’s going in my favorites collection on my kindle! I cannot believe I put off reading this for so long
5/5
Steamy and erotic
This is one of the best omega and reverse harem romances I have read it has the hot factor but also the core romance genre. Koda is not perfect but I would love to have her as a friend. I love how relatable the characters are. Koda is a 20 something omega living as a beta she has possible mutations that make her seem to be a beta. She has worked and went an done the impossible in a society where if you are omega you go to a compound till you are mated. Koda is 3 semesters away from finishing college and transferred to a former all alpha university that has accepted betas. Her love interest is a professor an his pack and the book has no cliff hanger but has left it open for a second one an I have to say I am eagerly awaiting it or the authors next book. It is steamy and erotic but well written and enough of a slow burn to make me want a pack of my own. The world she has created is believable and usually it takes me a bit to write a review but i was impressed and am definitely letting my friends and other readers know to look for this book.
4/5
Good omega verse story
Good omega verse story, the characters are lovely and well written the story really pulls you in. Good read
5/5
Brilliant story
This story was very engaging. There was action and drama from the start of the story until the very end. This story is about Koda Tucker, who is an omega but has the scent of a beta when she is not aroused, and her pack containing Aidan Braker, who is a descendant from the Braker Academy’s founder, the Quantum Mechanics Professor Jenson Fields, and Lorenzo De Luca. The whole pack are determined to ensure that Koda can finish her education at the alpha academy which has only just opened up its doors to betas.
4/5
HOTNESS fills this book
HOTNESS fills this book
4/5
Different but good
I enjoyed the new aspects thrown in that aren’t usually seen in these types of books but there were a lot of grammar mistakes, and a few misplaced names, and I was disappointed it was only a single POV it would of tremendously made a difference for me if it had dual pov
5/5
What a hot read!
WoW, what a hot read! Definitely not for anyone under 21! Koda finds herself trying to get her college degree. The problem is, the college she’s chosen only accepts alphas and betas. This shouldn’t be a problem for her, until she runs into 3 hot alphas that bring out her omega! I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley. The opinions expressed in this review are completely my own
4/5
Fighting for their dreams
I am a fan of alpha and omega both shapeshifters and humans with these traits, and I have to say that I really enjoyed this book. The author created an interesting world with non-shapeshifter characters with alpha, omega and beta traits, whose group affiliation was defined by a pheromone test. As always, the alphas stood at the top of the social ladder, making the laws. Omegas, on the one hand, were cherised and pampered by alphas, but on the other hand, they had no rights. They couldn't go to the school they wanted or work the job they dreamed of. They couldn't even get around the city on their own. The only school they were sent to was Omega Compound, where they learned how to take care of the home and children and how to please their alphas. Even when they had mates, one alpha from their pack had to accompany them everywhere. The betas were seen as a social group that should not associate with either the alphas or the omegas. On the one hand, they were suitable for an alpha as a one-night stand or a short fling, but on the other hand, they were considered to have no place in the pack. And although theoretically they could go to any school or work in any profession, they were considered a second class group. Koda is considered a beta from the test results. Thanks to this, she gets a chance to study at a prestigious school. The problem is that our heroine also has omega traits that are revealed whenever she is aroused. When at the university she meets three hot as sin alphas who arouse her interest, she is aware that she cannot give in to her desire. A moment of passion isn't worth divulging her secret and sending her to the Omega Compound. Things get complicated when Jenson, Aidan and Lorenzo decide to make her theirs. I really liked Koda. Even though she doesn't really know if she's some kind of hybrid or a broken omega, she chooses to fight her instincts by figuring as beta. Thanks to this, she can realize her dreams and gain knowledge to which she would not have the right as an omega. I liked how her character developed throughout the book. Initially living alone on the sidelines, she realizes that if she dares to trust someone, she has a chance to find friends and love. And while she acted like Dr. Jekyll and Mr Hyde, because the rational beta had completely different needs than the emotional omega, it was this personality contradiction that made this character extremely interesting. The male characters are also well drawn. Jenson is a young professor at the university. He is also the leader of his pack. Aidan is seemingly the most laid-back of the group. However, in fact, he is the most vulnerable and lonely character. And, of course, Lorenzo - the personification of peace and family warmth. They are the object of desire of practically every female student. Every beta, except Koda, yearns for one of them to pay attention to her. And while they've dated different betas so far, they all want to find one woman they can share, who will complete their pack, who they can love and be loved by. Koda can be such a person for them. However, in this world, it's not so easy to claim her as part of their pack. If she will be accepted as beta, she will be exposed to the hostility of all groups of society. And if it is revealed that she is an omega, it will mean the crushing of her dreams. As befits this genre, the book features many hot scenes in various configurations. And although we don't have a fight with a typical villain here, but with a class system, the story is conducted in such a way that I read it with interest until the last page. The only thing I missed was an epilogue that would cross the t's and dot the i's on this story.
5/5
For What It's Worth by Josephine Light
A SHORT STORY BUT PACKS A LOT IN GREAT STORY AND CHARACHTERS I COULD NOT PUT DOWN I WOULD LOVE A FOLLOW UP BOOK LOVED IT
4/5
Fighting for their dreams
I am a fan of alpha and omega both shapeshifters and humans with these traits, and I have to say that I really enjoyed this book. The author created an interesting world with non-shapeshifter characters with alpha, omega and beta traits, whose group affiliation was defined by a pheromone test. As always, the alphas stood at the top of the social ladder, making the laws. Omegas, on the one hand, were cherised and pampered by alphas, but on the other hand, they had no rights. They couldn't go to the school they wanted or work the job they dreamed of. They couldn't even get around the city on their own. The only school they were sent to was Omega Compound, where they learned how to take care of the home and children and how to please their alphas. Even when they had mates, one alpha from their pack had to accompany them everywhere. The betas were seen as a social group that should not associate with either the alphas or the omegas. On the one hand, they were suitable for an alpha as a one-night stand or a short fling, but on the other hand, they were considered to have no place in the pack. And although theoretically they could go to any school or work in any profession, they were considered a second class group. Koda is considered a beta from the test results. Thanks to this, she gets a chance to study at a prestigious school. The problem is that our heroine also has omega traits that are revealed whenever she is aroused. When at the university she meets three hot as sin alphas who arouse her interest, she is aware that she cannot give in to her desire. A moment of passion isn't worth divulging her secret and sending her to the Omega Compound. Things get complicated when Jenson, Aidan and Lorenzo decide to make her theirs. I really liked Koda. Even though she doesn't really know if she's some kind of hybrid or a broken omega, she chooses to fight her instincts by figuring as beta. Thanks to this, she can realize her dreams and gain knowledge to which she would not have the right as an omega. I liked how her character developed throughout the book. Initially living alone on the sidelines, she realizes that if she dares to trust someone, she has a chance to find friends and love. And while she acted like Dr. Jekyll and Mr Hyde, because the rational beta had completely different needs than the emotional omega, it was this personality contradiction that made this character extremely interesting. The male characters are also well drawn. Jenson is a young professor at the university. He is also the leader of his pack. Aidan is seemingly the most laid-back of the group. However, in fact, he is the most vulnerable and lonely character. And, of course, Lorenzo - the personification of peace and family warmth. They are the object of desire of practically every female student. Every beta, except Koda, yearns for one of them to pay attention to her. And while they've dated different betas so far, they all want to find one woman they can share, who will complete their pack, who they can love and be loved by. Koda can be such a person for them. However, in this world, it's not so easy to claim her as part of their pack. If she will be accepted as beta, she will be exposed to the hostility of all groups of society. And if it is revealed that she is an omega, it will mean the crushing of her dreams. As befits this genre, the book features many hot scenes in various configurations. And although we don't have a fight with a typical villain here, but with a class system, the story is conducted in such a way that I read it with interest until the last page. The only thing I missed was an epilogue that would cross the t's and dot the i's on this story.
