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Second Sets Omnibus
This box set contains both books of the original "Second Sets" Bitter Notes and Sweet Strings. It also contains one brand new bonus scene!
********Long before the world bowed down to the band Whispered Words, they bowed down to me.
I was a simple girl in a small town, working two jobs and juggling college full-time—all in the name of a better future.
Until them...Kieran. Cal. Ash. Rad.
They marched into my world like a hurricane, infiltrating every aspect of my life and taking control until they owned every inch of me.
I became their obsession.
Their toy to use.
And I ate up every second of it.
Looking back, I should have run in the opposite direction the moment they mentioned my family name. West. I should have known they were only chasing me for my father, Corbin West's multi-million-dollar music legacy.
But I didn't. I stayed. I loved. And then I was wrecked.
Every fortified wall I erected, they beat down until I was left in shambles, and then they shattered me to pieces.
Music. Lies. Love. Betrayal. S*x. Money. Rock and roll. It all amounted to a whirlwind romance full of deceptive destruction and betrayal.
My name is River West, and this is the story of how Whispered Words loved me, used me, and tore my heart in two, leaving me when I needed them most.*Second Sets Omnibus is a full-length mature, contemporary, new adult romance. Full of love, spice, rock and roll, and betrayal. This book is meant for a mature audience and is recommended for 18+.
*Second Sets Omnibus is a whychoose novel, meaning the FMC has more than one love interest. FMMMM
********Long before the world bowed down to the band Whispered Words, they bowed down to me.
I was a simple girl in a small town, working two jobs and juggling college full-time—all in the name of a better future.
Until them...Kieran. Cal. Ash. Rad.
They marched into my world like a hurricane, infiltrating every aspect of my life and taking control until they owned every inch of me.
I became their obsession.
Their toy to use.
And I ate up every second of it.
Looking back, I should have run in the opposite direction the moment they mentioned my family name. West. I should have known they were only chasing me for my father, Corbin West's multi-million-dollar music legacy.
But I didn't. I stayed. I loved. And then I was wrecked.
Every fortified wall I erected, they beat down until I was left in shambles, and then they shattered me to pieces.
Music. Lies. Love. Betrayal. S*x. Money. Rock and roll. It all amounted to a whirlwind romance full of deceptive destruction and betrayal.
My name is River West, and this is the story of how Whispered Words loved me, used me, and tore my heart in two, leaving me when I needed them most.*Second Sets Omnibus is a full-length mature, contemporary, new adult romance. Full of love, spice, rock and roll, and betrayal. This book is meant for a mature audience and is recommended for 18+.
*Second Sets Omnibus is a whychoose novel, meaning the FMC has more than one love interest. FMMMM
818 pages, Paperback
Published August 31, 2024
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November 28, 2024
Lots of potential...
Overall, I just felt it was lacking a lot of necessary refinement. Book 1 was juvenile enough to make literally every character unlikeable. Most of the issues who incredibly contrived and could have been solved with either some adult conversations or the spoiles little rich boys accepting that they needed to put in some hard work. Book 2 felt as though the plot was adrift and just landing random places. Without spoiling, the major plot point was simultaneously incredibly obvious and also felt like it was coming completely out of the blue. Also, why would you trust the company that repeatedly failed to protect you?
The lack of editing throughout was actually painful. Grammar and syntax took more of a backseat than River did with strangers. Dialogue between characters did not match up, usually because a character would go off on a thought tangent in the middle, and the author didn't seem to keep track of what was actually being said. The author requested at the beginning to send screenshots of any mistakes in the book to an email. Had I done so, it genuinely would have been an undertaking worthy of hourly pay.
Overall, I just felt it was lacking a lot of necessary refinement. Book 1 was juvenile enough to make literally every character unlikeable. Most of the issues who incredibly contrived and could have been solved with either some adult conversations or the spoiles little rich boys accepting that they needed to put in some hard work. Book 2 felt as though the plot was adrift and just landing random places. Without spoiling, the major plot point was simultaneously incredibly obvious and also felt like it was coming completely out of the blue. Also, why would you trust the company that repeatedly failed to protect you?
The lack of editing throughout was actually painful. Grammar and syntax took more of a backseat than River did with strangers. Dialogue between characters did not match up, usually because a character would go off on a thought tangent in the middle, and the author didn't seem to keep track of what was actually being said. The author requested at the beginning to send screenshots of any mistakes in the book to an email. Had I done so, it genuinely would have been an undertaking worthy of hourly pay.
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July 30, 2025girl be so for real..... this is one of the few situations you can have a secret child, have you had no love your daughter ? They told you take care of it and gave a check, and you still told you kid about them ?????????????
April 30, 2025
Rockstars
I didn’t think I’d like the rockstar genre but got immediately drawn in, devastated, and could not put down! Loved it!
I didn’t think I’d like the rockstar genre but got immediately drawn in, devastated, and could not put down! Loved it!
April 15, 2025
The storyline has some decent potential but it was completely lost in the second book. I don’t want to give too much away but it felt rushed to resolve all of the issues but then dragged on and on at the same time.
Some of the characters didn’t mesh super well for me and the second book seemed to go on FOREVER with a lot of repetition (like we get it, they are SUPER SORRY).
I think the overall storyline would have been best if it was just kept with River, Asher, and Kieran.
Character Reviews:
River: Loved her, she was a headstrong independent woman who forgave but didn’t forget. She was unapologetically herself throughout the story which I appreciated.
Kieran: I liked him much more in book 1. He turned into a whiny brat as the story went on.
Asher: Pissed me off with what he did, other than him apologizing profusely, there was really no other redeeming qualities considering the magnitude of his actions.
Rad: He was just annoying. For the sake of the band, ok, I get it. There is always that one off the wall funny guy but he ended up being very off putting for me.
Cal: the sweet, quiet and shy character. I understand the idea of him but he felt very much like an after thought.
Some of the characters didn’t mesh super well for me and the second book seemed to go on FOREVER with a lot of repetition (like we get it, they are SUPER SORRY).
I think the overall storyline would have been best if it was just kept with River, Asher, and Kieran.
Character Reviews:
River: Loved her, she was a headstrong independent woman who forgave but didn’t forget. She was unapologetically herself throughout the story which I appreciated.
Kieran: I liked him much more in book 1. He turned into a whiny brat as the story went on.
Asher: Pissed me off with what he did, other than him apologizing profusely, there was really no other redeeming qualities considering the magnitude of his actions.
Rad: He was just annoying. For the sake of the band, ok, I get it. There is always that one off the wall funny guy but he ended up being very off putting for me.
Cal: the sweet, quiet and shy character. I understand the idea of him but he felt very much like an after thought.
January 22, 2026
I don’t recommend, there were so many issues with this book. The plot, the dialogue, the constant repetition, it was all lacking. The TikTok videos got me, I wanted to like it but it needs some serious edits and tweaks to the plot.
December 24, 2024
Cancerous is too kind an adjective when describing this set and its plot —eugh.
April 8, 2025
absolutely the hell not (respectfully. to each their own but what the fffffffffffffffffrench)
May 30, 2026
I had high hopes for this one but sadly it didn’t hit the mark for me.
Now I realise it is 2 books on one but it was just way too long. Book 1 went on forever and there was a lot of repetition in it. Book 2 is much better and did save it for me.
It’s not a bad premise, but I feel it could have been 1 book of it had been refined more.
Now I realise it is 2 books on one but it was just way too long. Book 1 went on forever and there was a lot of repetition in it. Book 2 is much better and did save it for me.
It’s not a bad premise, but I feel it could have been 1 book of it had been refined more.
September 5, 2026
Already
I already read this book, but it gave me the same feeling. Miscommunication is the worst trope. They said "I love you", she was assaulted, misunderstood the situation, and abandoned her with a baby. Five years later, "I'm sorry". Yeah, yeah, they grovel, but I have a petty side, what they did... Nope...
I already read this book, but it gave me the same feeling. Miscommunication is the worst trope. They said "I love you", she was assaulted, misunderstood the situation, and abandoned her with a baby. Five years later, "I'm sorry". Yeah, yeah, they grovel, but I have a petty side, what they did... Nope...
March 22, 2025
must read
These books were hard to put down loved every minute of it. Couldn’t wait to read what was going to happen next.these books made me laugh cry and sexually aroused. Keep writing more like this I will definitely read them thank you
These books were hard to put down loved every minute of it. Couldn’t wait to read what was going to happen next.these books made me laugh cry and sexually aroused. Keep writing more like this I will definitely read them thank you
April 26, 2025
I read these books on a whim!
I did enjoy their stories but I was also ready to read something different by the end of it.
I did enjoy their stories but I was also ready to read something different by the end of it.
April 11, 2025
Juvenile
While there’s absolutely nothing wrong with Wattpad or fanfiction, that’s exactly what this reads like—something written by a young mind. The writing is very amateurish, and the dialogue is cringeworthy. These supposed adults speak in a way that feels more appropriate for high schoolers, and the “comebacks” are small and lack impact. They don’t slap.
That said, the core idea isn’t bad at all. In fact, it has a lot of potential and could make for a decent read—just not in the hands of this author as they are right now. With more writing experience, maturity, and a willingness to hire thorough editors who can help identify and correct these issues, I think they could absolutely grow into the story’s promise.
I truly hope the writer continues to develop, but I would strongly advise them to take a break from publishing and instead spend a significant amount of time reading. Learn the craft. Study storytelling techniques. Pay close attention to dialogue, character interactions, and pacing.
For example, dropping several pages of exposition right in the middle of a conversation is jarring and disrupts flow. Additionally, using flashbacks in every chapter—sometimes multiple times—is frustrating and lazy. If the backstory is that important, it should have been written as a separate book first, followed by this one as the “after.”
Between the excessive flashbacks, immature dialogue, strange pacing, and overall middle-school-level writing, I found myself skimming for answers. Ultimately, this ended up being a DNF for me—I gave up at around 70%.
While there’s absolutely nothing wrong with Wattpad or fanfiction, that’s exactly what this reads like—something written by a young mind. The writing is very amateurish, and the dialogue is cringeworthy. These supposed adults speak in a way that feels more appropriate for high schoolers, and the “comebacks” are small and lack impact. They don’t slap.
That said, the core idea isn’t bad at all. In fact, it has a lot of potential and could make for a decent read—just not in the hands of this author as they are right now. With more writing experience, maturity, and a willingness to hire thorough editors who can help identify and correct these issues, I think they could absolutely grow into the story’s promise.
I truly hope the writer continues to develop, but I would strongly advise them to take a break from publishing and instead spend a significant amount of time reading. Learn the craft. Study storytelling techniques. Pay close attention to dialogue, character interactions, and pacing.
For example, dropping several pages of exposition right in the middle of a conversation is jarring and disrupts flow. Additionally, using flashbacks in every chapter—sometimes multiple times—is frustrating and lazy. If the backstory is that important, it should have been written as a separate book first, followed by this one as the “after.”
Between the excessive flashbacks, immature dialogue, strange pacing, and overall middle-school-level writing, I found myself skimming for answers. Ultimately, this ended up being a DNF for me—I gave up at around 70%.
November 29, 2024
DNF @22%
I just couldn’t do it. I think the final straw was all the “assface” and ClockTok.
This was forced, and cliche, and awkward.
I liked Kieran. I had a hard time reconciling Rad the protector with Rad the goofy clown. Asher was intriguing. Callum was obnoxious. The forced stuttering. The virginal boy man. Eh. Not for me.
Beyond that, I get that this included 2 books, but over 1200 pages for two smut books is WAYYYY too long. Needed some editing for sure.
I just couldn’t do it. I think the final straw was all the “assface” and ClockTok.
This was forced, and cliche, and awkward.
I liked Kieran. I had a hard time reconciling Rad the protector with Rad the goofy clown. Asher was intriguing. Callum was obnoxious. The forced stuttering. The virginal boy man. Eh. Not for me.
Beyond that, I get that this included 2 books, but over 1200 pages for two smut books is WAYYYY too long. Needed some editing for sure.
March 19, 2025
Anguish with second chances
2 books
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶
Book 1: Bitter Notes
This book keeps bringing up memories from the past between River and Kieran since they used to be bffs when kids, til him mom married rich. Ash, Kieran's step-brother, wants to use River to make big due to her last name. The plan is to woo her (all 4 od them)and have her call daddy (whom ignores her since he kicked her and her mom out) with their other 2 band mates, Rad and Callium. But she had a conditon to help (outside of calling anyone since her dad doesnt care about her), to tske her with them. They agreed.
Kieran is the childhoos best friend until he moved and forgot about her but with good reason.
Rad also has a past with her since he got her help after she was taken against her will at a party trying to reconnect with Kieran. Also, the funny and golden retriever guy.
Callum is so shy it's cute. He has a photographic memory which he sees as a curse, considering he saw his family die.
Ash is a jerk, but he loves his friends and little sister. He will do anything for them. He is kind of the leader.
River, our female lead, has such a good head on her shoulders despite her circumstances. She has humor.
She is determined to have her fun with them and if they leave her behind, so be it. But everyone develops feelings for her and she for them. But by the end, she is pregnant.
My Thoughts with hints at spoliers:
This book fills you up with so much hope, desire, and anguish. These guys have been through so much, and watching how they connect with each other and her just grabbed my heart. I knew there was a second book, so I was curious about what went down in the first one. But when I got to the end... Ash did something seriously messed up, and don't even get me started on his stepmom (Kieran's mom) and dragging her ex into the drama after he dumped her and kept stalking her...no. I found myself laughing one minute, then feeling crushed the next. My heart was just breaking by the end. Can't wait to dive into book two!
Book 2: Sweet Strings
Welcome a rollercoaster of emotions, where forgiveness comes with a side of sass and character development. Our heroine didn't just hand out pardons like free samples; she made them earn her forgiveness. Watching these characters navigate adulthood while dealing with how disconnected they all are and being famous, complete with the adorable chaos of new fatherhood was amazing to read. But wait, there's more drama brewing with Gloria, there are layers of manipulation that goes deeper than expected. Van's (the ex) past actions? Let's just say they're more twisted than we orignally though - and honestly, we're here for every deliciously complicated moment.
Secondsetsominibus #bitternotes #sweetstrings #whychoose #alybeck #anguishromance #twobooks #hope #secondchance #secondchanceromance
2 books
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Spice: 🌶🌶🌶🌶🌶
Book 1: Bitter Notes
This book keeps bringing up memories from the past between River and Kieran since they used to be bffs when kids, til him mom married rich. Ash, Kieran's step-brother, wants to use River to make big due to her last name. The plan is to woo her (all 4 od them)and have her call daddy (whom ignores her since he kicked her and her mom out) with their other 2 band mates, Rad and Callium. But she had a conditon to help (outside of calling anyone since her dad doesnt care about her), to tske her with them. They agreed.
Kieran is the childhoos best friend until he moved and forgot about her but with good reason.
Rad also has a past with her since he got her help after she was taken against her will at a party trying to reconnect with Kieran. Also, the funny and golden retriever guy.
Callum is so shy it's cute. He has a photographic memory which he sees as a curse, considering he saw his family die.
Ash is a jerk, but he loves his friends and little sister. He will do anything for them. He is kind of the leader.
River, our female lead, has such a good head on her shoulders despite her circumstances. She has humor.
She is determined to have her fun with them and if they leave her behind, so be it. But everyone develops feelings for her and she for them. But by the end, she is pregnant.
My Thoughts with hints at spoliers:
This book fills you up with so much hope, desire, and anguish. These guys have been through so much, and watching how they connect with each other and her just grabbed my heart. I knew there was a second book, so I was curious about what went down in the first one. But when I got to the end... Ash did something seriously messed up, and don't even get me started on his stepmom (Kieran's mom) and dragging her ex into the drama after he dumped her and kept stalking her...no. I found myself laughing one minute, then feeling crushed the next. My heart was just breaking by the end. Can't wait to dive into book two!
Book 2: Sweet Strings
Welcome a rollercoaster of emotions, where forgiveness comes with a side of sass and character development. Our heroine didn't just hand out pardons like free samples; she made them earn her forgiveness. Watching these characters navigate adulthood while dealing with how disconnected they all are and being famous, complete with the adorable chaos of new fatherhood was amazing to read. But wait, there's more drama brewing with Gloria, there are layers of manipulation that goes deeper than expected. Van's (the ex) past actions? Let's just say they're more twisted than we orignally though - and honestly, we're here for every deliciously complicated moment.
Secondsetsominibus #bitternotes #sweetstrings #whychoose #alybeck #anguishromance #twobooks #hope #secondchance #secondchanceromance
March 21, 2026
loved it!
I’m so glad I was finally able to read this duet. It was filled with drama, romance, secrets, and redemption.
Bitter Notes:
River hires the band Whispered Words to come perform at the bar she manages. She’s able to secure their appearance by using her influence. She doesn’t expect to feel the same about the main leader of the band seeing as what they had was years ago. But to her their connection was everything, unfortunately it doesn’t seem to be the same for Kieran.
Kieran had forgotten about his River Blue after being forced to move from their home years ago. He’s shocked to see her and doesn’t react well, when he goes to apologize old feelings resurface and one thing leads to another. The rest of the band are shocked at who River is and the influence she carries. They concoct a plan to “make her fall in love” with them for their advantage. What none of them expect is to fall for her. And when things finally seem to be going good, some interference from an unwanted individual causes the guys to turn their back on River. They abandon her due to a misconception and in doing so they abandon the baby growing in River’s belly. We get a time jump to five years later when the band is struggling and on the way out with only one hope in their way. Fate has a funny way of playing out because their only salvation is to accept River’s help in order to keep their contracts and boy are they all in for a ride.
Sweet Strings:
This story picks up exactly where the other one ended and we get thrusted directly into the hurt, the reveal of their daughter, and their emotional turmoil about everything that has transpired. The guys, excluding Kieran, never knew about the baby and are shocked to find out that she knows who they are. They all do an amazing job at stepping up and being there for her, which I love! Kieran takes longer to come around, still believing that River betrayed them but when he comes face to face with his child, there’s no question about it. They all know they messed up and grovel and work hard to make it up to River and their child. Everything is complicated by a stalker River has, that she hasn’t told them about. When secrets come to light and stalkers are revealed their progress and future is threatened.
I’m so glad I was finally able to read this duet. It was filled with drama, romance, secrets, and redemption.
Bitter Notes:
River hires the band Whispered Words to come perform at the bar she manages. She’s able to secure their appearance by using her influence. She doesn’t expect to feel the same about the main leader of the band seeing as what they had was years ago. But to her their connection was everything, unfortunately it doesn’t seem to be the same for Kieran.
Kieran had forgotten about his River Blue after being forced to move from their home years ago. He’s shocked to see her and doesn’t react well, when he goes to apologize old feelings resurface and one thing leads to another. The rest of the band are shocked at who River is and the influence she carries. They concoct a plan to “make her fall in love” with them for their advantage. What none of them expect is to fall for her. And when things finally seem to be going good, some interference from an unwanted individual causes the guys to turn their back on River. They abandon her due to a misconception and in doing so they abandon the baby growing in River’s belly. We get a time jump to five years later when the band is struggling and on the way out with only one hope in their way. Fate has a funny way of playing out because their only salvation is to accept River’s help in order to keep their contracts and boy are they all in for a ride.
Sweet Strings:
This story picks up exactly where the other one ended and we get thrusted directly into the hurt, the reveal of their daughter, and their emotional turmoil about everything that has transpired. The guys, excluding Kieran, never knew about the baby and are shocked to find out that she knows who they are. They all do an amazing job at stepping up and being there for her, which I love! Kieran takes longer to come around, still believing that River betrayed them but when he comes face to face with his child, there’s no question about it. They all know they messed up and grovel and work hard to make it up to River and their child. Everything is complicated by a stalker River has, that she hasn’t told them about. When secrets come to light and stalkers are revealed their progress and future is threatened.
August 1, 2026
Second Sets Omnibus was such an emotional roller coaster that kept me invested from beginning to end. Watching 19-year-old River West manage a local bar in Central City while attending school and working a second job just to make ends meet made me admire her determination. Kieran was her childhood best friend, but as she spent more time with Asher, Callum, and Rad, you could slowly see her heart opening to them. At the same time, River dreamed of leaving Central City behind and moving west to California in hopes of building a better future.
The story really broke my heart when River believed Asher had chosen the band over her. After learning about River’s mother’s declining health, Callum, Rad, and Kieran were ready to stay by her side and put everything else on hold. Asher, however, was so focused on making sure the band succeeded because he was desperate to escape his abusive father that he made choices that changed everything. Teaming up with his stepmother, Glory, and River’s ex-boyfriend, Van, created a plan that ultimately left River feeling abandoned and betrayed. As the truth slowly unraveled, you begin to understand that there was so much more happening behind the scenes than River ever knew.
I loved watching River reconnect with her older brothers and begin a new chapter at West Record, even as an unexpected pregnancy completely changed her life. Then, five years later, she is forced to work with the very band that shattered her heart. Seeing the guys discover their daughter, Lyric, and completely fall in love with her was one of my favorite parts of the story. Watching them fight to earn River’s forgiveness while uncovering who had been stalking her added so much suspense, and it was beautiful seeing their family slowly come back together.
Aly Beck delivered a heartfelt story full of love, heartbreak, healing, family, and second chances. If you enjoy rockstar romance, found family, mystery, emotional angst, and watching broken hearts find their way back to each other, I definitely recommend picking this one up. 🤍🎸📚
The story really broke my heart when River believed Asher had chosen the band over her. After learning about River’s mother’s declining health, Callum, Rad, and Kieran were ready to stay by her side and put everything else on hold. Asher, however, was so focused on making sure the band succeeded because he was desperate to escape his abusive father that he made choices that changed everything. Teaming up with his stepmother, Glory, and River’s ex-boyfriend, Van, created a plan that ultimately left River feeling abandoned and betrayed. As the truth slowly unraveled, you begin to understand that there was so much more happening behind the scenes than River ever knew.
I loved watching River reconnect with her older brothers and begin a new chapter at West Record, even as an unexpected pregnancy completely changed her life. Then, five years later, she is forced to work with the very band that shattered her heart. Seeing the guys discover their daughter, Lyric, and completely fall in love with her was one of my favorite parts of the story. Watching them fight to earn River’s forgiveness while uncovering who had been stalking her added so much suspense, and it was beautiful seeing their family slowly come back together.
Aly Beck delivered a heartfelt story full of love, heartbreak, healing, family, and second chances. If you enjoy rockstar romance, found family, mystery, emotional angst, and watching broken hearts find their way back to each other, I definitely recommend picking this one up. 🤍🎸📚
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February 25, 2025
An amazing read
This set had everything! A kick-A** main female character, 4 Men who had it all and the most heartwrenching story line!
Possible spoilers:
River is seriously an amazing lead, she is down to earth, hardworking, loving and really really fun. The whole first book had me on the edge of my seat with her, I was waiting for the break. Bidding my time, my heart was pounding, I was laughing and anxious and happy all alongside Riber as she navigated this relationship she was convinced would be her downfall. I really wanted to hate the circumstances at the end, but I couldn't. I wanted to wrap River in the biggest hug and really hoped someone gave those boys the kick they needed.
When book 2 came around I thought we'd be seeing the same River and the same boys just all grown up. I was so wrong about that, She grew to be such an amazing and self aware person. Lyric was an absolute sweetheart (and I laughed so hard at her calling him a Ho 🤣🤣🤣). I didn't expect the boys to take the turn they did, Kieran and Callum really did the unexpected and Asher as well. Kinda expected how Rad handled things but was also very pleasantly surprised by how fast he picked up on what happened.
Thank you for such an amazing read!!
This set had everything! A kick-A** main female character, 4 Men who had it all and the most heartwrenching story line!
Possible spoilers:
River is seriously an amazing lead, she is down to earth, hardworking, loving and really really fun. The whole first book had me on the edge of my seat with her, I was waiting for the break. Bidding my time, my heart was pounding, I was laughing and anxious and happy all alongside Riber as she navigated this relationship she was convinced would be her downfall. I really wanted to hate the circumstances at the end, but I couldn't. I wanted to wrap River in the biggest hug and really hoped someone gave those boys the kick they needed.
When book 2 came around I thought we'd be seeing the same River and the same boys just all grown up. I was so wrong about that, She grew to be such an amazing and self aware person. Lyric was an absolute sweetheart (and I laughed so hard at her calling him a Ho 🤣🤣🤣). I didn't expect the boys to take the turn they did, Kieran and Callum really did the unexpected and Asher as well. Kinda expected how Rad handled things but was also very pleasantly surprised by how fast he picked up on what happened.
Thank you for such an amazing read!!
July 15, 2025
Second Sets Omnibus by Aly Beck
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice:🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
I’ve never given a 6 star rating and if any book I have read to this point deserves one. It is this thicccckk Bertha. The omnibus ♥️
This Omnibus broke me in the best ways possible and then healed my broken pieces. It sucks your soul in from the word go. The ending left me happy and satisfied. The character development *chef’s kiss*, the plot twists. The pain!! The SMUT 🥵 I felt every. single. emotion.. I literally LOLd and cried throughout this book. I was addicted wanting to find out more. Heed your trigger warnings. There is mention of a rape, there is SA, there is alcohol, FM, FMM, FMMMM. The betrayal, the heartbreak, the love. Gosh I could really go on. Although this omnibus is thiccc I have zero regrets and devoured it.
River West our FMC is strong, independent, stubborn, & a force to be reckoned with.
If i could meet Van in real life we won’t mention the unmentionables I’d do to be rid this earth of him.
Asher, Rad, Cal, & Knight our MMCs are a rock band known as whispered words.
This book takes place in Central City Illinois. Well it starts there… it’s an adventure. One I deeply encourage you to go in. You will not be disappointed.
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice:🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
I’ve never given a 6 star rating and if any book I have read to this point deserves one. It is this thicccckk Bertha. The omnibus ♥️
This Omnibus broke me in the best ways possible and then healed my broken pieces. It sucks your soul in from the word go. The ending left me happy and satisfied. The character development *chef’s kiss*, the plot twists. The pain!! The SMUT 🥵 I felt every. single. emotion.. I literally LOLd and cried throughout this book. I was addicted wanting to find out more. Heed your trigger warnings. There is mention of a rape, there is SA, there is alcohol, FM, FMM, FMMMM. The betrayal, the heartbreak, the love. Gosh I could really go on. Although this omnibus is thiccc I have zero regrets and devoured it.
River West our FMC is strong, independent, stubborn, & a force to be reckoned with.
If i could meet Van in real life we won’t mention the unmentionables I’d do to be rid this earth of him.
Asher, Rad, Cal, & Knight our MMCs are a rock band known as whispered words.
This book takes place in Central City Illinois. Well it starts there… it’s an adventure. One I deeply encourage you to go in. You will not be disappointed.
August 21, 2026
I read this from tiktok clips because the scenes that were described sounded so good but I fear it did not reflect the entire book.
It wasn’t a horrible book, but it wasn’t a good book to me.
First, I thought the amount of tropes in this book was so unnecessary, it was micro trope after micro trope. And some of the tropes were just so out of left field. The stalking plotline was so obvious and easy to guess from the get go, I just felt it was unnecessary. This book could have been hundreds of pages shorter, just lots of unneeded words and scenes.
My main hatred in this book was the fact that they used real life terms just switched. “Flashgram” instead of Instagram and “clocktok” instead of tiktok. It just icked me out, I like to imagine my books as being seperate from the real world. ALSO SHE HAD A ROSE TOY EW. I understand authors using “vibrator” but please don’t tell me it’s a rose toy.
It was also a trope that I’m not too much of a fan of, but to each their own. I’m just not a why choose type of person, I always had my favourite.
Overall, this book is very touch and go, if you like that sort of thing, go for it. I just felt this books intended reader was slightly older than a stereotypical romance reader.
It wasn’t a horrible book, but it wasn’t a good book to me.
First, I thought the amount of tropes in this book was so unnecessary, it was micro trope after micro trope. And some of the tropes were just so out of left field. The stalking plotline was so obvious and easy to guess from the get go, I just felt it was unnecessary. This book could have been hundreds of pages shorter, just lots of unneeded words and scenes.
My main hatred in this book was the fact that they used real life terms just switched. “Flashgram” instead of Instagram and “clocktok” instead of tiktok. It just icked me out, I like to imagine my books as being seperate from the real world. ALSO SHE HAD A ROSE TOY EW. I understand authors using “vibrator” but please don’t tell me it’s a rose toy.
It was also a trope that I’m not too much of a fan of, but to each their own. I’m just not a why choose type of person, I always had my favourite.
Overall, this book is very touch and go, if you like that sort of thing, go for it. I just felt this books intended reader was slightly older than a stereotypical romance reader.
June 2, 2025
I went into this with very low expectations and then I couldn’t put it down. Incredibly fast paced rockstar romance, RH, with a good plot and interesting characters.
The things that I liked the most:
- The FMC and the other female characters. No meek women were spotted in this book. River was exceptional, strong willed, smart and driven, despite having a not so great start in life.
- The 5 year long jump that made perfect sense and was explained while it was happening. Usually in romance books when a breakup happens because someone does something shady it is usually kept secret until the big reveal at the end. In this book the person doing the shady things actually takes you through his planning and thought process and I think that made it even better. I also think it was a blessing in disguise. That time jump was necessary to make a strong relationship in the end
- The focus the characters had on real life events, besides the romance. After the big break up everybody is affected of course but life goes on and the characters focus on their ambitions and careers. This is also a point that is sometimes lost in romance books.
Highly recommend this book especially if you love RH
The things that I liked the most:
- The FMC and the other female characters. No meek women were spotted in this book. River was exceptional, strong willed, smart and driven, despite having a not so great start in life.
- The 5 year long jump that made perfect sense and was explained while it was happening. Usually in romance books when a breakup happens because someone does something shady it is usually kept secret until the big reveal at the end. In this book the person doing the shady things actually takes you through his planning and thought process and I think that made it even better. I also think it was a blessing in disguise. That time jump was necessary to make a strong relationship in the end
- The focus the characters had on real life events, besides the romance. After the big break up everybody is affected of course but life goes on and the characters focus on their ambitions and careers. This is also a point that is sometimes lost in romance books.
Highly recommend this book especially if you love RH
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 27, 2024
4,95⭐
Based on the rating on this book I had some expectations. And this story did not disappoint.
On the first book, dispite the boys' intentions it felt like the story was too good to be true. It's true that there are a few things happening to River and her boys but it's not until later when the big problems appear.
On the second book we see all of them trying to navigate the things that happened to them on the first book. Honestly, I liked this one better than the first.
We see all of their characters' development and how much they have mature. I see that specially on River, maybe it was motherhood or everything that happened to her but she has become more confident and strong.
All the characters have very different personalities and that makes the book much more interesting and deep. However, the one character that made me very curious is Callum. He is cute and shy but also is a protector and a fighter, and somehow to me made him a very interesting person.
I loved these books!
Based on the rating on this book I had some expectations. And this story did not disappoint.
On the first book, dispite the boys' intentions it felt like the story was too good to be true. It's true that there are a few things happening to River and her boys but it's not until later when the big problems appear.
On the second book we see all of them trying to navigate the things that happened to them on the first book. Honestly, I liked this one better than the first.
We see all of their characters' development and how much they have mature. I see that specially on River, maybe it was motherhood or everything that happened to her but she has become more confident and strong.
All the characters have very different personalities and that makes the book much more interesting and deep. However, the one character that made me very curious is Callum. He is cute and shy but also is a protector and a fighter, and somehow to me made him a very interesting person.
I loved these books!
August 12, 2026
3.75⭐️ okay so this book really put me trough the trenches!! I loved the concept of this… 4 rockstar MMCs and a Central City girl. Yk this just screams my name.
In this book we have a whole of a lot going on, they meet, they fall in love, there’s a betrayal, they leave her, she finds out she’s pregnant, a time skip, a location change, a stalker.., falling back in love, learning to trust again. Omg this book really had a chokehold on me.
I loved their relationship even tho it was messy, it was really enjoyable getting to know them and their story’s and following along. For me personally at one point it felt like it was just dragging on.. i took very long to finish this book which normally is not really the case. At one point I was just not invested enough anymore. The stalker storyline had so much potential but it kinda got wasted..
Overall a very nice RH book, with sweet moments and even sweeter characters!!
In this book we have a whole of a lot going on, they meet, they fall in love, there’s a betrayal, they leave her, she finds out she’s pregnant, a time skip, a location change, a stalker.., falling back in love, learning to trust again. Omg this book really had a chokehold on me.
I loved their relationship even tho it was messy, it was really enjoyable getting to know them and their story’s and following along. For me personally at one point it felt like it was just dragging on.. i took very long to finish this book which normally is not really the case. At one point I was just not invested enough anymore. The stalker storyline had so much potential but it kinda got wasted..
Overall a very nice RH book, with sweet moments and even sweeter characters!!
January 19, 2025
Okay, this was good. It did drag on for a while, but what else did I expect when I decided to grab an over 1000-page book. Our FMC is strong and bada$$ and a survivor to the bone. River works hard and plays harder. So when she catches the attention of 4(yes, 4 dear friend) wanna be Rockstars, they all "rock" each other's world. Throw in some betrayal and heartbreak and some second chances, and that's petty much this book. Man, writing a review without spoilers is hard. This book does have an eventual HEA, and the spice had me blushing. The mouth on these men. Ashers dirty talk really hit home for me 🥵. Some troups would be virgin MMC, golden retriever MMC, dominant MMC, double banging, stalking- not by MMCs, groveling, and group scenes. I would say a solid 3.5 chili peppers and a heavier plot.
June 16, 2025
Here for the vibes!
Not gonna lie, it’s too long. Like, this duet is very heavy on the repetitive inner monologue paragraphs. HOWEVER, if you’re willing to do a little skimming, these books were a fun time! The FMC River is truly likable. I actually related to her in so many ways. The MMCs were delicious. The banter was top tier. I actually thoroughly enjoyed that the spicy scenes were not the main focus of the book. Don’t get me wrong the spice was hot, but the story was better and there was just the right amount of spice IMO. The ending of book 1 crushed my soul. Gah. I wanted to die right along with poor River. But I enjoyed the groveling immensely. A good grovel just gets me every time. Even with the skimming, this took a while to read so be prepared for a commitment.
Not gonna lie, it’s too long. Like, this duet is very heavy on the repetitive inner monologue paragraphs. HOWEVER, if you’re willing to do a little skimming, these books were a fun time! The FMC River is truly likable. I actually related to her in so many ways. The MMCs were delicious. The banter was top tier. I actually thoroughly enjoyed that the spicy scenes were not the main focus of the book. Don’t get me wrong the spice was hot, but the story was better and there was just the right amount of spice IMO. The ending of book 1 crushed my soul. Gah. I wanted to die right along with poor River. But I enjoyed the groveling immensely. A good grovel just gets me every time. Even with the skimming, this took a while to read so be prepared for a commitment.
June 10, 2026
I don't particularly like the Rockstar genre, and these two books are pretty bad, honestly ... however, the second book is better than the first.
This truly had so much potential, but the writing is juvenile and both books really need to be edited. There's a lot that goes in the plot, so many lies, so much betrayal, but the way all of it is delivered just doesn't hit the mark, unfortunately.
You've got the guys - Kieran, Cal, Ash and Rad, and the girl - River - and there's Lyric. There's a whole bunch of other side characters in this book that are important, but it's often confusing what role they play.
Anyway, this author's books are all relatively the same - always a why choose with a tortured FMC and a bunch of unnecessary drama thrown in.
I didn't hate these two books, but I didn't love them, either.
This truly had so much potential, but the writing is juvenile and both books really need to be edited. There's a lot that goes in the plot, so many lies, so much betrayal, but the way all of it is delivered just doesn't hit the mark, unfortunately.
You've got the guys - Kieran, Cal, Ash and Rad, and the girl - River - and there's Lyric. There's a whole bunch of other side characters in this book that are important, but it's often confusing what role they play.
Anyway, this author's books are all relatively the same - always a why choose with a tortured FMC and a bunch of unnecessary drama thrown in.
I didn't hate these two books, but I didn't love them, either.
February 1, 2025
Randomly found this book and wow what a fun read!!! My first why choose (1F 4M) and I fell in love with each man like the FMC did lol River the FMC is tough because life made her that way, but she never gives up and gets the life she deserves. She’s a spitfire! The spice is great but I was also glad there was a plot that carried through both books and evolved with the characters. Between both books there’s a time jump and I LOVE a time jump. Some parts made me tear up, some made me mad but I love all the parts that made me swoon. Still not over Whispered Words, I want to be their groupie haha Each man had his unique personality and role he provided not only for their found family but for River. I could clearly see the love.
April 13, 2025
Whew, where to even begin? This book has me feeling all the emotions. I swear I was about to throw my Kindle at a few points. If you love Rockstar Romances that are Polyamorious this novel is for you. It is also a Second Chance Romance!!! I swear this novel is perfect in every way. Male sure to look over the trigger warnings as there are brief mentions of A*sault, demostic violence, and more... I also love how each of the men grovel for River's forgiveness and how they stepped right up in the father rolls for Lyric. Not to mention the thriller part of this novel that including stalking by an ex!!! This is 2 books in 1 and over 1,200 pages long. Definitely worth it!!!
August 12, 2025
Fast paced rockstar romance, Reverse Harem with good plot & interesting characters. These books were hard to put down, loved every moment of them, these books fill you up with so much hope, desire, & anguish. These guys have been through so much & watching how they connect with each other and our FMC River.
The character development, the plot twists, the pain, the smut you feel every single emotion, these books were addicting to find out more and what happened. The betrayal, the heartbreak, the love. Read the trigger warnings there is mention of rape, there is SA, there is FM, FMM, FMMMM.
The character development, the plot twists, the pain, the smut you feel every single emotion, these books were addicting to find out more and what happened. The betrayal, the heartbreak, the love. Read the trigger warnings there is mention of rape, there is SA, there is FM, FMM, FMMMM.
December 8, 2024
Holy Christ on a Cracker!
I jumped into this one blind and boy am I glad I did! What a beautiful duet! Seriously, I loved reading this from the very beginning! River has so much sass and character that it makes you laugh and laugh until you cry! And the boys! Oh man! Rad is the best I swear but I swoon heavily for Callum! And Kieran and Asher! I will say this makes me incredibly interested in the other situationships from the rest of the characters you encountered in this novel!
I jumped into this one blind and boy am I glad I did! What a beautiful duet! Seriously, I loved reading this from the very beginning! River has so much sass and character that it makes you laugh and laugh until you cry! And the boys! Oh man! Rad is the best I swear but I swoon heavily for Callum! And Kieran and Asher! I will say this makes me incredibly interested in the other situationships from the rest of the characters you encountered in this novel!
February 11, 2025
such an experience!
I was ALL IN with this!
So much action, so much drama, such brilliant characters and plot!
They were so perfectly written I could almost sketch them in detail…then all the sad, bad, ugly and snot producing moments happened and I broke.
Book 2, I noticed a lot over recovering details, even a few retelling chapters from different views, but it didn’t feel like it was added at correct spot.
The re hashing certain parts was a bit unnecessary, in my opinion, but once it got passed it, it was a joy to read.
I was ALL IN with this!
So much action, so much drama, such brilliant characters and plot!
They were so perfectly written I could almost sketch them in detail…then all the sad, bad, ugly and snot producing moments happened and I broke.
Book 2, I noticed a lot over recovering details, even a few retelling chapters from different views, but it didn’t feel like it was added at correct spot.
The re hashing certain parts was a bit unnecessary, in my opinion, but once it got passed it, it was a joy to read.
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