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Scornedverse #3

Knot Without You

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𝗜’𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲, 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗶𝗿𝗹𝘀.

The instant I saw King I knew he was my scent-matched Alpha, and boy did he drive that point home. The second time I met him was when my bestie, who also happens to be his daughter, introduced us. Yep, that was a plot twist I never saw coming.

My Scorned Girls have always said ‘slots before knots’ but in one night the friendship we share is changed forever by my need for King. Throw in the fact one of his enemies knows about me, it’s little wonder I stop sharing secrets with the girls. When those threats become physical I start lying through my teeth.

I don’t even tell them about Maverick who scents as good as he fights, or the doctor I accidentally claim. Of course those Alphas have deadly secrets of their own.

I know we’re living a dangerous life but the heart wants what the heart wants - and I want to call those Alphas mine. No matter the distance we try to maintain our paths keep crossing and it doesn’t take long to see that nothing is going to stop us packing - not even their Alpha rivalry.

What threatens our future isn’t telling the Scorned Girls, it’s the very reason we’ve had to keep each other a secret.

In the darkness that follows all I can do is hope they didn’t lie when they said we’d be together…because I’m not sure I want to survive, not without them.

∞︎︎ Knot Without You is book three in a series of standalones that should be read in order. Each book follows an Omega wronged by an Alpha, or a few, in her life, and an HEA is guaranteed.

572 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 1, 2024

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Profile Image for Darcy’s Good Opinion.
511 reviews1 follower
May 29, 2024
5 ⭐️

Why Choose
Omegaverse
MC theme
Rival Alphas
Best Friend’s Dad
Age Gap
Morally Grey
Existing MM
Touch Her & ☠️

Knot Without You is book three in the Scorned Verse series. The books can be read independently but have crossover characters so I recommend reading them in order for maximum enjoyment.

Tristan unexpectedly meets her scent matched Alpha and the two fall head over heels for each other only to discover that he is the father of one of her besties. He also happens to be a bada$$ MC President. If life wasn’t already complicated enough she meets another scent match at her latest job, at a charity event, and in the wild. The trio are a pack and rivals of her Alpha.

The guys in this story are next level and instant book boyfriend favorites. King is a brooding, bossy, sweet for only his girl, panty-melting Alpha with a capital A. Maverick is a swoon worthy model, cinnamonroll extraordinaire who melts your heart within minutes. Tyson is a caring, giving doctor who sneaks out a hot pleasure Dom side. Steel is our reluctant hero, struggling to accept and give love while protecting the people closest to him.

I absolutely adored the book. The guys were all clearly defined and stood on their own. Their rivalry and then acceptance for the sake and love of their girl was amazingly well written. Tristan was sweet and sassy. She stands strong against four very powerful Alpha male characters. A truly wonderful read.
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44 reviews
June 30, 2024
Good but really needs editing

This book really needs a strong edit, half the sentences didn't make sense or flow, I often had to re-read to try and figure out what the author meant. Also, continuity, one moment he's in a car, but leaves on his bike. So many simple mistakes. It's like it was written in chunks and then continued without checking what was written before. Tris I didn't really like, couldn't see where any of her 'sunshine' came from, I actually did like the guys. The girls esp raney were not really likable, I read the first in this series and enjoyed it, this felt like it was written by a different author completely. So many important aspects glossed over. It's an omega book and bonding is a huge part and was hyped up yet totally glossed over. I hadn't actually realised mav or Tyson had actually bitten her as it was only mentioned in passing. Nothing from the POV when they dealt with Rex, yet he was a huge part. So much glossed over yet we got inundated with their scent descriptions and how they looked, after about 5 times, believe me, we get how gorgeous they are..so much time describing the spice but not all of that even made sense. I got very little feels from it except maybe with Ty and steel. The spice just seemed like filler. Tris personality was just absent and the dialogue often didn't flow or seem in any way realistic. This book took me a week to read.
It was okay, but if redone, please edit it with an honest critical eye.
The plot wasn't so bad but sooo much just glossed over, meeting her family etc, suddenly in what seemed like days, she had a new business. Timelines were confusing. Spice filler took place over actual plot content. Least there wasn't the usual pregnancy tripe to end it which made a nice change. The MM didn't take over at least.
So yea, give it a read but be prepared to go over chunks of it cos you're left confused.
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353 reviews26 followers
dnf
October 7, 2024
DNF. I’m sorry I can’t—the writing is so bad and needs so much editing. Like, “his eyes were full of lust and smut” ?????
Profile Image for Laura (lady_h_reads).
831 reviews343 followers
May 28, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️½
🌶️🌶️🌶️½
“I always want you to crawl to me, killer.”

Knot Without You is the third book in the ScornedVerse series of interconnected standalones from Lucy Scott Bryan. This is Tristan’s story and is chock full of tons of great micro tropes – secret relationships, age gap, best friend’s father, MCs, scent matches, fated mates, and rejected/reluctant mates. While it’s a hefty book (she’s THICC), it’s a fast-paced read with immediate spice and a great blend of plot and steam.

Tristan’s backstory isn’t as painful as the other Scorned Girls, but it left an indelible scar on her psyche. Despite this, she is a very strong woman who brings on the sass. She doesn’t follow the typical Omega model of submission and following the rules. I loved that about her.

There’s a solid showing from the MC Pres, King (you’ll recognize him from Raney’s book). He is my favorite of all Tristan’s men—100 % all-in, supportive, and protective. While he is a bit of a jealous type, he is willing to share Tristan to a point and *very* occasionally joins in group activities. What his omega wants, she gets.

The rest of her pack pales in comparison to King. I enjoyed Maverick, the model/MMA fighter. He is the light to King’s dark. The brothers Tyson and Steel, who give us the rejected mates/reluctant mates vibes, are almost an afterthought. I would have loved more POV chapters from those two to flesh them out.

This is a mixed-burn and spicy why choose romance with an established MM couple in the pack. There are explicit MF, MFM, MM, and MMFM+ scenes with all the goodness of OVs (heats, knots, slick, nesting, claiming bites).

Knot Without You ends in a HEA for Tristan and her pack. While this may be read as a complete standalone, I recommend reading the previous two books in the series first.

Genre: Contemporary Omegaverse
Tropes/Features: MC, large age gap, best friend’s father, secret relationships, fated mates, scent matches, rejected mates, reluctant mates, established MM, bonding, morally grey MMCs
POV: Multiple 1st Person POV
Relationship Type: Why Choose MMFMM (established MM), mixed burn. spicy
Book Type/Ending: Standalone in Scornedverse. HEA
TW/CW: Available in book
Profile Image for Kimberlea Richardson.
640 reviews15 followers
May 28, 2024
Nothing Can Stay Hidden Forever

Right from the very beginning Tristan’s story throws you into the deep end, and you will find yourself filled with enough heat that it’ll feel like you’re about to combust 🥵 Cause, WOW 🤯…I didn’t think anybody could pass Koz’s BAE (Big Alpha Energy 😝) in my mind, but I should’ve known, from what I had already seen from King, that he would shoot right up to the top 😈 I absolutely loved Tris’s connection with all her guys (you know I could never forget you Mav, my sweet man 😘…And Tyson & Steel, I didn’t forget about y’all either, I know how y’all are with your Trissy 😝), but quite honestly, the one she had with King almost felt tangible. Like it was practically flying off the pages & hitting me in the heart. It was just one of the many things about this story that drew me in & held on until the story had finally been told to perfection. With so many amazing layers to this story though, perfection was almost guaranteed. You get a strong & sassy FMC who is unapologetically herself, relationships being kept secret (sucks, but it was for a good reason), scent matches, a good size age gap, best friend’s dad, motorcycle clubs play a big part, MMFMM with an existing MM relationship, accidental bonding, plenty of drama & suspense that will keep you on an emotional roller coaster, and heat levels that will rival a nuclear explosion 🔥🤯🥵 Cause y’all, I’m not sure how I really thought Tristan’s story was gonna go, but other than 1 part that I had already guessed, I was definitely surprised lol. I love it when that happens though 😉 The twists & turns that this story took were as unexpected as they were welcomed 🙌🏻 That seems to be the pattern of greatness amongst the books in this series though 🤔👀🤯 Even though Tristan’s back story didn’t seem as traumatic as Raney’s or Heidi’s, what she went through did leave a lasting impact mentally, and her Scorned girls never let her feel like their pain was a contest to be won. They validated her & built her up, and it makes their friendship one of the best parts of these stories. Long story short, I simply cannot get enough of this series! I can’t believe there’s only 1 book left 😭 Lucy has become one of my favorite authors. I always know I’ll get a well thought out, thoroughly entertaining story full of so much romance, humor, drama, angst, passion, spice, and as always, a plot & storyline that’s well balanced & will play with all of my emotions 🥰
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2,352 reviews132 followers
May 22, 2024
Knot Without You is the third book in Lucy Scott Bryan's Scornedverse. This book is Tristan's story and it hit all the plot points. It's an Omegaverse MC which I can't resist, there's an age gap, rival gangs, best friend's day, stalkers, scent matches, and strong female friendships. It was a blast.


I adored Tristan, so much. She is who she is she's loud and tells you what's on her mind, she has a bright spirit that that draws people in. She doesn't BS, she tells the truth to people for the most part. That includes letting others see her trauma. Tris is strong in so many ways and with this group of guys that is a good thing.


This time around it's the guys bringing all the drama. Maverick, Tyson, and Steel were already pack but they were dealing too much and it felt like Tris was the one who paid that price. Don't get me wrong I liked them but at a certain point, all of them had me shaking my head. Then there's King, Raney's father, he was a force to be reckoned with in more ways than one. The connection between King and Tristan was instantaneous. I liked how deep he felt for Tris and the predicament of her being his daughter's bestie just had to the turmoil.


The smut was alive and well with this one, seriously those scenes with King were fire. Besides that the plot was interesting and emotions ran a little higher than I expected. Between the new relationships, the club war, and the alphas trying to get their crap together, this book went by pretty fast. One of my favorite parts of this series is the bond between Tris and her Scorned Girls and how each of their stories are connected. I seem to learn something new with each book.


I absolutely loved Knot Without You. The ending was perfect, light-hearted, and fun, I couldn't have asked for better. I'm so glad I got the chance to read this book. That's three Scorned Girls down and one more to go. Simona's story should be up next, I can't wait to see what she's been hiding.
298 reviews8 followers
June 2, 2024
Knot Without You is the third installment of the Scornedverse Series. Though you could easily read this book as a stand alone and still understand what is going on, I recommend reading the series in order, it will give you more information on the others Scorned Girls mentioned in this book, as well as some insider like knowledge about events in this book.
Having read the first two books in this series, I was impatiently waiting to read this book, having really liked the other two in the series. Knot Without You did a fabulous job in some areas, and other areas I felt fell kinda short.
I loved the overall story line of this book, it is all love story, very little angst, the right amount of suspense and a lot of spectacularly steamy scenes. Out of all the books, Tristan and her men are my favorite characters. I couldn't get enough of Tristan's confidence and sass, all of which is the perfect match for head strong super Alphas. King earned my admiration in earlier books, his possessive, protective and devoted attitude in this book solidified my love for him.
The blurb for this book ruined the first couple chapters for me. The blurb very much says that Tristan and King are scent-matched, however the first chapters tries to keep his identity a secret, only referring to him ans HIM. In the first two books, there is a decent presents of the Scorned Girls which is lacking in this book. Had I not read the series in order, I wouldn't completely understand their importance. As always, I am left with questions, new ones from this book, and old ones from previous books that are still not answered. I am hoping with the next book, not only do we get the last Scorned Girls story, but we get some answers to some things from the first three books.
I highly recommend this book to anyone that has read the other books in this series. If you like a lot Spicy, Omegaverse or Why Choose books, I think you should definitely check out this series.
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783 reviews17 followers
May 29, 2024
I'm loving seeing all of the stories for each of the Scorned Girls! Tristan has been my favorite so far I think. I love her sassiness and how confident she is, even after her past that had her questioning herself. She grew into a strong woman who knows what she deserves in life.
This book was pretty fast paced in my opinion, despite the length. These are the kinds of book lengths I hope for when I read standalones because it feels like everything is better fleshed out. We get the whole story, all of the background, and nothing feels rushed. There's a difference between fast paced and rushed! This book had so much going on within its pages. It was a constant up and down roller coaster with Tristan and her guys. How they met and how their relationships developed were each different and unique and there was so much drama to go right along with it. Drama and secrets. It all just added on to the story making that much more suspenseful and kept me on my toes while I tried to figure out how everything was going to play out in the end.
One of the things I liked about this book was how my view on King changed. I didn't particularly like him at first. He just didn't do it for me. However, as the book continued I started to really love him. He grew on me and his devotion to Tristan showed. He was so protective, supportive, and understanding of Tristan and her emotions as well as her situations with the other alphas. He was a little rough around the edges, but his heart is in the right place.
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537 reviews10 followers
June 1, 2024
Book 3 of the Scorned Verse Universe Series and what more could you ask for MC, Why Choose, Alpha Males, a loved FMC, MM, rival alphas, age gap, best friend’s dad and so much more.

All great themes and all in one book, what more do you want. This is a well written story that takes us on a journey with Tristain and how she meets each of her men. Tristain is one of the scorned girls, a past that has made her vulnerable and has a lasting impact on her, but with her girls at her back (as we already know the scorned girls together always have each others backs and give that support when it is needed) she is able to get back to her and has these girls to help her stand strong. Each introduction to her men is gradual and happens at the right part in the story. Each man brings something different, a different element that Tristain needs. The problem now is can each man get over their issues, their rivalry so that they can be what Tristain needs, a unit together.

As always Lucy Scott Bryan has a unique writing style that brings not only our characters but our story to life. This book is beautifully written and not only encompasses the essence of an omegaverse story, with knotting and heats but also has a back story as well. This book can be read as a stand alone but I would recommend reading the other two books in the series first as it brings us the scorned girls and King. This book has the right amount of spice throughout.
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2,154 reviews23 followers
May 22, 2024
Lucy Scott Bryan is an amazing author. Her books always have you deeply pulled in and on the edge of your seat with anticipation. This on is no different. I absolutely loved Tristan and her personality. She is this sassy and fun lady that honestly doesn’t fit the omega mold perfectly. But this absolutely makes her so much fun. She has this super sweet, caring and loving personality that jumps off the pages. We have met King in some of the other books, especially with Raney’s story. I really enjoyed his personality then and it only gets better when we get to know more of him. He is super protective and shows how caring he really is deep down inside. Then we meet Maverick. He has this fun playful side that just draws you in. You can’t help but enjoy the fun he brings. Next we meet Tyson. I so loved Tyson and his super caring but yet take charge attitude. Finally we have Steel. Steel has been through a few things that definitely left him weary. But, he has this vibe that shows how he cares so deeply. Together they are a force to be reckoned with. The story pulls you in and doesn’t let go. You absolutely cannot put it down as you have to find out what is going to happen. It is extremely well written and developed. I loved all the action and drama throughout it. This is definitely a fantastic must read and it will not disappoint.
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976 reviews2 followers
October 7, 2024
Such a satisfying read. 3rd book in the Scornedverse series.

Tristan is my favorite Omega in this series! LSB has a gift with making all her characters come to life with different personalities. This is the 3rd book in the series with 4-5 characters in each pack; each character & pack has been different, no cookie cutter, cut & paste characters.

This pack has an MC president, one from a rival MC, MMA fighter/model, ER doctor and an Omega Supermodel. Wheeew what a pack! Some of my favorite tropes included are MCs, age gap, rejected mates, fated mates, best friends dad, & MMA fighters.

I loved Tristan and King! Their relationship and banter kept a smile on my face. King is my favorite Alpha in the pack. The rest pales in comparison. Steel was an afterthought for me. I suppose he was there for Maverick.

The plot moved quickly and the spice was 🔥, the only annoyance was how many times Tyson said “such a good girl”, or a version of that. It was said so many times, I was like OK she’s a fucking good girl! I get it! Sheesh! Other than that, I loved this Omegaverse story. Although it’s a standalone, the plot coincides with the first 2 books and runs along the same timeline. I suggest reading in order.

And now I need to read about the final scorned sister, Simone! What’s her secret?
62 reviews
June 9, 2025
This is an author who is an automatic purchase for me. This series started with two really strong books that are worth a second read - which I don’t feel happens all that often in the romance genre. I feel bad giving this book 3 stars and am willing to admit maybe it’s just me and not the book somehow.

It took me a solid 15-20% just to get into this book. Even after that point, I constantly felt like I was missing things. A chapter ends with something happening in a certain place and time but the next chapter starts and we have no idea how long it’s been, where we are or what’s happening. I flipped backwards several times trying to see if I just missed something.

I felt like there was a ton left unresolved along the way. I don’t feel like the constant trauma was really dealt with. I also felt like there was some really poor resolution with the men before they were suddenly all packed up. A lot wasn’t explained as we went and maybe it wasn’t crucial to the end of the story but I just felt dragged along by this book. It won’t change me picking up the next book in the series or anything else written by this author, but it was surprising and a little disappointing.

Hopefully others don’t struggle like I did with this one!
756 reviews18 followers
January 16, 2025
Knot Without You is the third book in the Scornedverse series by Lucy Scott Bryan.

💜 omegaverse
💜 MC club
💜 scent matches
💜 why choose
💜 best friends
💜 🌶🌶🌶🌶 spice

Tristan’s night was just unbelievable. She had to get away from where she was. It was not a safe place to be. But to be on the road, in the torrential downpour, after hitting a squirrel, and arguing with the most delicious smelling alpha she has never met is such a twist. There’s no doubt that he’s her scent match. This could turn out in so many different ways. What will her life be like now? Is he packed or not? Who is he? Will he be good to her?

This was such a great addition to this series. Again, like I said before, this is a stand alone, but will be understood and appreciated so much more if read in order. The world building in this like the other’s is chef’s kiss. Tristan is such a fun character but is also down to earth that it’s hard not to like her. I have loved every book in this series and can’t wait for the next one to come out.
423 reviews1 follower
August 23, 2024
A great stand-alone addition to the series!

I really enjoy how all these books intertwine, previous events are seen again through the eyes of whichever current FMC is narrating. I feel like this book had an additional editorial pass that the previous books didn’t, but it still had some moments (far less than previously) of convoluted writing structure that took you out of the story.

The story was quite good, and the mystery unfolded fairly quickly towards the end of the book, but the loose ends were wrapped up in a satisfying way. I thoroughly enjoyed all the MCs, our FMC was an interesting character and the way the MMCs all found their own path with her to build their relationships was well written. Even better was when everyone came together and all the subsequent pack relationships were built, some more than others, but I enjoyed all their interactions.

We have one more scorned girl’s story to read and I can’t wait for it!
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714 reviews22 followers
May 28, 2024
Another incredible omegaverse by L.S.B. !
She introduced me into this trope, I took a leap of faith and am so glad I did !
This story sucked me in immediately! I was so glad to be back In the world of the Scorned Girls. I LOVE that King got a book, that MAN is literally what his name is. A King.
President of the Fallen MC, possessive and THE alpha. His loyalty and faithfulness to Tristan was truly beautiful.
Tristan is a fashion model, and has had a rough go when it comes to finding her pack.
She finds them in ways she least expects.
She has a long road of many bumps before she packs and finds her HEA.
I couldn’t put this down.
So many emotions evoked through this story, and I went for the ride and experienced them all.
These characters go through so much growth as they find their way together.
Loveddd!!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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402 reviews1 follower
May 29, 2024
This is the third book in the Scornedverse series. I have been anxiously awaiting this book and (boy!) was it worth the wait! Every book she writes in the Scornedverse just keeps getting better and better. I don’t how she does it but I cannot get enough of it.
Lucy Scott Bryan’s book “The Deal” was my first foray into the Omegaverse. I absolutely love her for introducing me to a new genre. Now I have even more authors and books to read. She has become another of my favorite authors. Long may the Omegaverse live!
Tristan is such a complex character and I enjoyed reading all about her. Her pack is full of hot and yummy alphas that I had a hard time choosing one. But I have to say the doctor was my favorite! I love his demeanor both inside and outside the bedroom! Thank you for writing another awesome book, Lucy Scott Bryan!!
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433 reviews
June 20, 2024
Darker Omegaverse with Twists & Turns

Knot Without You is book three in the Scornedverse world, and it was great to be back amongst these strong and sassy omegas. The books in this series overlap, so while this book can be read alone, it is best read in series order.

This is Tristan's book, and it is incredible to see what she had going on behind the scenes while Raney and Heidi Ho were getting their HEA. I love Tristan and King's relationship and found both their characters very well written.

Tristan's additional alphas were an interesting mix and brought depth to both the pack and story. I loved the twists and turns in this book that kept me guessing. Plus, how the characters all developed during the book, especially Steele.

I'm looking forward to Simona's book and finding out the secrets she is hiding.
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573 reviews8 followers
May 20, 2024
Lucy Scott Bryan, this is has got to be my favourite Scornedverse book! 💕💕
Tristan's story one hell of a ride on a Harley from the very first chapter.
Tristan is a lovable, cheeky, confident, sexy fmc. I really enjoyed her character. Her scent matched Alphas will melt your heart and turn your limbs to jelly. Their personalities are completely different which I love and will leave you wanting them as your own. My thought is, they all do need a swift kick up the arse for their stupidity at the beginning but Tristan is a better woman than me.
Like all of Lucy's books, there is a good balance between plot and slick dripping scenes.
Lucy has given us one epic clit tingling read. Your loins have been warned! 🖤
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3,975 reviews63 followers
May 23, 2024
Knot without you is book 3 in the Scornedverse series and we get to read Scorned Girl - Tristan's story. Tristan hides her anxieties and her traumas underneath her sassiness in this book. She was such a heartwarmingly sweet girl who put everyone's well-fare before her own and even though I understood the guys problems with claiming her (especially King) it made me feel really bad for her. Even though I liked Tyson I genuinely wanted to slap him silly for how he treated Tristan. Saying that swoon for Daddy King.........phew so hot!! Then again all of the guys were just brought on the heat in this book. This was a cracking addition to the Scornedverse and I'm loving reading this series so much.
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1,510 reviews55 followers
May 29, 2024
Knot Without You is the third book in the Scornedverse. It is a why choose, age-gap, best friends father, MC, omegaverse romance, and features Tristan, a model and Omega, as the FMC. There is intrigue, secrets, lies, action, steam, a rival MC, scent matches, heats, knotting, and so much more.

I loved Tristan as well as the guys, King (an MC Prez), Maverick (an MMA fighter), Tyson (a doctor), and Steel (son of a rival MC Prez). Their story was entertaining and emotional, and tests the limits of Tristan’s friendships with her fellow Scorned Girls.

The storyline, characters, character development, relationship development, and world building are all terrific. I loved this book and would definitely recommend it. I can’t wait for the next book in the series.
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1,798 reviews43 followers
May 19, 2024
Not Without You, book 3 in the Scornedverse series by Lucy Scott Bryan @lucyscottbryanauthor. Lucy is an absolute favorite author of mine. I highly recommend reading anything & everything by her. This is a standalone, however, I would recommend reading this is series in order. 🤩 Read the trigger warnings!

Wow, wow, wow! What can I say to convey how amazing this book was about Tristan, King, Maverick & Steel? It was phenomenal. I loved every bit of this book. Omegaverse, MM, RH, MC, darker elements - more grey than dark, & amazing connections within the harem.

I received this #ARCBook early and I am freely leaving my honest review.
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349 reviews14 followers
May 29, 2024
✨ᕼᗩᑭᑭY ᖇᗴᒪᗴᗩᔕᗴ ᗪᗩYYYYY! ✨

You already know that I feckin go feral for anything omegaverse. There are so many things that I love about this series… here is a small list.
✨ fated besties - the scorned girls are everything and more
✨ knotting and more knotting
✨ mc 𝘢𝘯𝘺𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨
✨ age gap
✨ scent matches
….and so much more!

From the moment I found LSB, I have been obsessed with her and her writing and it grows every-time I read another of her books. I have been waiting for Tristans story and babbbyyyyy you did not disappoint!

This series deserves all the stars. Now, can I please have Simona’s story 🥹
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517 reviews
May 29, 2024
Knot without you is book 3 in the Scornedverse interconnected standalone Series, this book follows Tristan’s story.
Lucy did a great job with the storyline/plot and characters they were well written. I really enjoyed Tristan’s character she is strong and sassy and she kinda breaks the stereotypical way an Omega is portrayed, which was a nice change. I really enjoyed King, Tristan, Maverick and Steel’s characters too, though some of them annoyed me at the start I came to love them by the end.
The book had a good mix of plot and spice and it kept me engaged throughout.

Definitely recommend for all the omegaverse lovers out there.
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548 reviews9 followers
May 29, 2024
Knot Without You is the third book in this author's Scornedverse featuring omega Tristan. It started out scorching hot with King's alpha daddy energy. Their chemistry was off the charts the second they met. Then along comes Maverick-Tyson and Steel right behind him. They were already a formed pack that were slowly fracturing. Tristan took the brunt of that which made me pretty irritated with them intially. Tristan deserved so much better than what they gave her at the beginning, King being mostly her rock from the start. The ending was exactly what I was hoping for, because it was so light-hearted and not at all with the drama it began with. Another great one in this series of standalones.
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119 reviews3 followers
May 31, 2024
Another great omegaverse from Lucy Scott Bryan!

Let me preface this quick review by stating I really, really loved book one in this series and was hesitant to pick this up, afraid it wouldn't measure up to it. So very glad I did, I loved this book! Grit from the alpha's, grit from the omega, feels and some action from the bad guys doing the bad and the Pres of the MC being unwavering in his devotion once he finds her, I loved this book. Highly recommend!

Heat level: 🌶🌶🌶+
RH/poly
Omegaverse/Alpha/Omega
Knitting & Heat
D!rty talk, motorcycle action
Kidnapping/@buse & non-con (not too graphic)
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1,976 reviews48 followers
June 5, 2024
Lucy Scott Bryan writes some of my favorite omegaverse! You definitely need to read these!!

Knot Without You is book #3 in the Scornedverse series of omegaverse standalone.

Tristan and her Alphas might be my new favorites!!!

I've been looking forward to Tristans story and Lucy knocked it outta the park and delivered more than I was hoping for! It's got perfect Banter, perfect tension, perfect spice, and the suspense parts will keep you guessing and on the edge of your seat!!!

I am so freaking excited for the next Scorned Girls story!!!

If you haven't started this series yet, go do it right now!!!!
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83 reviews
June 7, 2024
Tristan is one tough omega! The amount of trauma she suffers at the hands of alphas in this book is off the charts. I loved how much King cares for her, he almost, ALMOST, beats Koz in the alpha department. There was such a good balance of plot and spice in this book it was really hard to put down. It was really great to see the other scorned girls and I actually thought there was just enough of them, anymore and then it feels like you can’t focus on the FMC. I do wish there was some sort of payback to Tristan’s previous boyfriend as that would have been the icing on the cake for me. I can’t wait for Simona’s book next!
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808 reviews
January 8, 2026
Angsty and Great Read

So much angst in this book! Danger lurks around every corner and will keep you on your toes.

I feel like my heart was breaking for Tristan for most of this book, her and her guys did not have an easy road to their HEA. I loved Tristan’s character, and it was instalove for most of her guys for me too. Steel had me tossing between feeling bad for him and wanting to punch him a lot… but he definitely ends up being the alpha Tristan needs.

Steel and Maverick’s relationship had me in my feelings too.

This book will have you crying, laughing, and raging.
40 reviews
June 8, 2024
I want my own King!!!

This was a fantastic story and the third in a related series. The characters get their HEA, and we see characters from other books. I'm always frustrated by the trope of BFF or love of one's life because there's some relationship. What does the BFF have to do with it? Why should they have such power, especially when nobody is getting hurt. I'm glad we didn't have that situation. Plus, the main characters COMMUNICATED!! Amazing! This was a great book with some suspense. Highly recommend!
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2,338 reviews42 followers
May 26, 2024
To start, this book had some of my favorite tropes, so it was a must read for me.
Why choose, MC, and omegaverse!
Tristan's story takes us for quite the ride! 😉
There were some secrets, twists, and rivalry.
Action, drama, some humor, spicy times and a side of danger.
Tristan was such a fun and likeable FMC.
She was the glue that pulled them together.
Maverick, King, Steel, and Tyson. All of them together made their pack complete!

Another fantastic read by Lucy Scott Bryan!
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