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Always Yours #1
From the Edge
I’m not meant for a happy ending.I wasn’t even supposed to be an Omega but two years into college, I presented and my parents all but sold me to an abusive Alpha for a price tag that would set them up for life.
However, my heart is still with my lover from sophomore year, my heart and soul—Blake.
He was there for me when I was just a Beta, when I presented, and the terrifying days afterward. He’s been there ever since, dragging his Alphas to the diner I work at, and sneaking texts whenever he can.
I’m in love with someone I can’t have.
Someone who doesn’t have what I need.
Because Blake isn’t just mated.
He’s also an Omega.
And when everything starts to fall apart, Blake is there to pick up the pieces, introducing me to a pack that I never thought I’d have for myself.
Luther. Grayson. Maceo. Blake.
Society says this isn’t going to work. That a pack can’t work with two Omegas.
Blake says fuck the system, that I’ve always been his.
I want to believe him.
Because they’re the only ones that can pull me from the edge.
From the Edge is the first installment in the Always Yours series. It is an 18+ MMMMM fast-burn Mpreg Omegaverse with dark themes and ends on a cliffhanger. TW/CW in the Author’s Note.
Best Reading Order (First Three Books Must Be Read In Order)
From the Edge ~ In Their Arms ~ All That We Keep (Includes HEA)
Second Arc
Beneath Our Scars ~ Forever We Embrace
Spinoff
Heart Reclaimed (2026)
Spinoff Series
Hearthstone Omegas (2026)
However, my heart is still with my lover from sophomore year, my heart and soul—Blake.
He was there for me when I was just a Beta, when I presented, and the terrifying days afterward. He’s been there ever since, dragging his Alphas to the diner I work at, and sneaking texts whenever he can.
I’m in love with someone I can’t have.
Someone who doesn’t have what I need.
Because Blake isn’t just mated.
He’s also an Omega.
And when everything starts to fall apart, Blake is there to pick up the pieces, introducing me to a pack that I never thought I’d have for myself.
Luther. Grayson. Maceo. Blake.
Society says this isn’t going to work. That a pack can’t work with two Omegas.
Blake says fuck the system, that I’ve always been his.
I want to believe him.
Because they’re the only ones that can pull me from the edge.
From the Edge is the first installment in the Always Yours series. It is an 18+ MMMMM fast-burn Mpreg Omegaverse with dark themes and ends on a cliffhanger. TW/CW in the Author’s Note.
Best Reading Order (First Three Books Must Be Read In Order)
From the Edge ~ In Their Arms ~ All That We Keep (Includes HEA)
Second Arc
Beneath Our Scars ~ Forever We Embrace
Spinoff
Heart Reclaimed (2026)
Spinoff Series
Hearthstone Omegas (2026)
236 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 22, 2024
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N. Slater
140 books313 followersAfrican American. Indie Author. Chaos Writer.
Polyamorous & Found Family Stories Brought to Life.
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Polyamorous & Found Family Stories Brought to Life.
From PRN to fantasy, contemporary to dark & twisted, there's a little something for everyone.
Current Taboo Romance ~ Vows and Venom Links:
Preorder here ~ https://tinyurl.com/vowsandvenom
Buy here (Releasing April 1st) ~ https://books2read.com/u/bwleNy
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January 10, 2026
Dnd 60%.
I tried. I really did.
It's been a few months since my last omegaverse romance as well as my last poly romance so this should have worked perfectly for me.
Sadly it didn't.
Simplistic writing, erratic plot, no chemistry between any of the MCs.
I tried. I really did.
It's been a few months since my last omegaverse romance as well as my last poly romance so this should have worked perfectly for me.
Sadly it didn't.
Simplistic writing, erratic plot, no chemistry between any of the MCs.
January 10, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️
Tropes:
✨MMMMM
✨Omegaverse
✨Omega x Omega
✨Alpha x Alpha
✨Fluid designations (Delta and Gamma)
✨Late in life designations (Beta turns omega etc)
✨Found family
🔞
✨Heats with two omegas
✨Lots of knotting
✨Biting, marking
✨Group scenes
✨They like to watch
✨Knot toys
✨Hands-free orgasms
My review:
From the Edge was an intense, emotional read that completely pulled me in. At its core, this story follows two omegas who are clearly meant for each other, yet who come from drastically different worlds. One is surrounded by a loving, supportive pack that allows him to exist as more than property in a society that devalues omegas. The other is trapped in something that can only be described as hell with an abusive alpha, with nothing or no one to help him because that's "the norm."
Luca’s escape is the backbone of this book, and it is written so powerfully. Reading his journey was exhausting in the best way. I felt every spike of hope, every crash of despair, and a constant undercurrent of rage at the people who hurt him. The "villain" is the one who makes your blood boil because of how real and cruel he feels.
What made this even more impactful was Luca himself. The pain he carries is devastating, and there were moments I just wanted to scream at Hudson to leave him alone. His endurance felt believable, and his love for Blake was clearly the thing keeping him moving forward when everything else was trying to crush him. Blake’s pack stepping in and fighting for what is right was deeply satisfying, and honestly emotional. Everyone deserves people like Luther, Greyson, and Maceo in their corner.
I also loved how Blake completely defies the stereotypical omega role. He is strong in his own way, and the dynamic between him and Luca felt natural, tender, and deeply earned. Their connection was not flashy, but it was solid and grounding, which made it even more meaningful.
One of my favorite aspects of this book was the fluid approach to designations. The idea that someone can shift, exist between roles, or become what their pack needs resonated deeply. That sense of feeling different without having the words for it, of being half in and half out of conversations and expectations, was portrayed with so much care. It added a layer of emotional realism that made the world feel richer and more inclusive.
This book hurt, in the way stories about survival and love often do. But it also offered hope, found family, and the promise of something better.
🌶️🌶️🌶️
Tropes:
✨MMMMM
✨Omegaverse
✨Omega x Omega
✨Alpha x Alpha
✨Fluid designations (Delta and Gamma)
✨Late in life designations (Beta turns omega etc)
✨Found family
🔞
✨Heats with two omegas
✨Lots of knotting
✨Biting, marking
✨Group scenes
✨They like to watch
✨Knot toys
✨Hands-free orgasms
My review:
From the Edge was an intense, emotional read that completely pulled me in. At its core, this story follows two omegas who are clearly meant for each other, yet who come from drastically different worlds. One is surrounded by a loving, supportive pack that allows him to exist as more than property in a society that devalues omegas. The other is trapped in something that can only be described as hell with an abusive alpha, with nothing or no one to help him because that's "the norm."
Luca’s escape is the backbone of this book, and it is written so powerfully. Reading his journey was exhausting in the best way. I felt every spike of hope, every crash of despair, and a constant undercurrent of rage at the people who hurt him. The "villain" is the one who makes your blood boil because of how real and cruel he feels.
What made this even more impactful was Luca himself. The pain he carries is devastating, and there were moments I just wanted to scream at Hudson to leave him alone. His endurance felt believable, and his love for Blake was clearly the thing keeping him moving forward when everything else was trying to crush him. Blake’s pack stepping in and fighting for what is right was deeply satisfying, and honestly emotional. Everyone deserves people like Luther, Greyson, and Maceo in their corner.
I also loved how Blake completely defies the stereotypical omega role. He is strong in his own way, and the dynamic between him and Luca felt natural, tender, and deeply earned. Their connection was not flashy, but it was solid and grounding, which made it even more meaningful.
One of my favorite aspects of this book was the fluid approach to designations. The idea that someone can shift, exist between roles, or become what their pack needs resonated deeply. That sense of feeling different without having the words for it, of being half in and half out of conversations and expectations, was portrayed with so much care. It added a layer of emotional realism that made the world feel richer and more inclusive.
This book hurt, in the way stories about survival and love often do. But it also offered hope, found family, and the promise of something better.
September 23, 2025
Fastburn hurt/comfort poly omegaverse. Fun even with that cliffie! MMMMM (M⁵)
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October 27, 2025
4⭐️ 2.5🌶️
📝 REVIEW & THOUGHTS:
I loved that there was both alpha/alpha and omega/omega relationship development and spice. This made me feel this pack is truly a beautiful polyamorous relationship, and not just the omegas being the apple of the eye. While of course the omegas take an important focus, especially Luca, I love seeing other relationships blossoming 🥰
The themes of the book are dark, but the romance is nurturing and tender.
This series starts off pretty sad and intense and it’ll probably pull your strings. I nearly cried, and I hardly ever cry with romances. So only read if you’re in the mood for that kind of book.
I had fun reading this, and will continue the series.
🏷️ TROPES & TAGS (possible spoilers):
Genre/subgenre: dark omegaverse
Pairing: MMMMM
POV: 1st person, multi
Angst: medium
Burn: fast
Vibe/mood: intense, dramatic, sweet
Pet names: babe, baby, cupcake, love, sweetheart, little omega, angel
Characters’ ages: 23/24/30/30s/30s
HEA: not yet
Mutual pining
Battered Omega
Omega/Omega/Alpha/Alpha/Beta
Hurt/comfort
A bit insta love-y for the newest pairings
🌶️ SPICE & K!NKS (possible spoilers):
Strict top/bottom or versatile: mainly top/bottom, but one omega also tops the other omega, and one alpha also tops the other alpha
Heat: 11 scenes, medium to low heat
Jerking off
Anąl
Oral
Knotting
Heat s*x
⚠️ CONTENT WARNINGS (possible spoilers):
Dubcon: no
Noncon: yes, not between MCs
OM/OW: one Omega is bonded to an abusive Alpha who wants him back, so drama on that sense. It’s essentially the entire plot so far
3rd act breakup: no
Mpreg (I assume later in the series)
Forced bond (MMC Omega to other Alpha)
Abusive Alpha (on page, not MMC)
Domestic violence
SA of MMC Omega by bonded Alpha (not MMC, on page)
Mentions of multiple SA of MMC Omega by bonded Alpha (not MMC)
Anxiety, PTSD
Harsh world with incredibly misogynistic views and rights (or lack thereof) of Omegas
MC with heart problems (health scares)
Lack of self-worth and self-hatred that results in a bit of self-harm
Gaslighting (not between MCs)
💬 QUOTES (possible spoilers):
* Fyi about 🌶️ levels: I rate spice on a combination of quantity, quality, length, intensity and explicitness of the scenes. K!nks are listed separately and generally do not directly affect the steam level to keep it fair for non k!nky books.
📝 REVIEW & THOUGHTS:
I loved that there was both alpha/alpha and omega/omega relationship development and spice. This made me feel this pack is truly a beautiful polyamorous relationship, and not just the omegas being the apple of the eye. While of course the omegas take an important focus, especially Luca, I love seeing other relationships blossoming 🥰
The themes of the book are dark, but the romance is nurturing and tender.
This series starts off pretty sad and intense and it’ll probably pull your strings. I nearly cried, and I hardly ever cry with romances. So only read if you’re in the mood for that kind of book.
I had fun reading this, and will continue the series.
🏷️ TROPES & TAGS (possible spoilers):
Genre/subgenre: dark omegaverse
Pairing: MMMMM
POV: 1st person, multi
Angst: medium
Burn: fast
Vibe/mood: intense, dramatic, sweet
Pet names: babe, baby, cupcake, love, sweetheart, little omega, angel
Characters’ ages: 23/24/30/30s/30s
HEA: not yet
Mutual pining
Battered Omega
Omega/Omega/Alpha/Alpha/Beta
Hurt/comfort
A bit insta love-y for the newest pairings
🌶️ SPICE & K!NKS (possible spoilers):
Strict top/bottom or versatile: mainly top/bottom, but one omega also tops the other omega, and one alpha also tops the other alpha
Heat: 11 scenes, medium to low heat
Jerking off
Anąl
Oral
Knotting
Heat s*x
⚠️ CONTENT WARNINGS (possible spoilers):
Dubcon: no
Noncon: yes, not between MCs
OM/OW: one Omega is bonded to an abusive Alpha who wants him back, so drama on that sense. It’s essentially the entire plot so far
3rd act breakup: no
Mpreg (I assume later in the series)
Forced bond (MMC Omega to other Alpha)
Abusive Alpha (on page, not MMC)
Domestic violence
SA of MMC Omega by bonded Alpha (not MMC, on page)
Mentions of multiple SA of MMC Omega by bonded Alpha (not MMC)
Anxiety, PTSD
Harsh world with incredibly misogynistic views and rights (or lack thereof) of Omegas
MC with heart problems (health scares)
Lack of self-worth and self-hatred that results in a bit of self-harm
Gaslighting (not between MCs)
💬 QUOTES (possible spoilers):
“Maybe I’m not worth a happy ending. Not if after all those beautiful days together, Hudson can rip everything from me.”
* Fyi about 🌶️ levels: I rate spice on a combination of quantity, quality, length, intensity and explicitness of the scenes. K!nks are listed separately and generally do not directly affect the steam level to keep it fair for non k!nky books.
November 3, 2025
My rating is leaning more toward a 3.5.
I was really hyped for this because I love omega x omega romances (even when there’s other pack members involved, I gotta take what I can) and while I wasn’t exactly disappointed it also didn’t live up to my expectations.
I think my issue was the lack of building with the relationship development. I understand with Blake and Luca, but the rest was a bit too underdeveloped, especially with the 5th member.
I still did enjoy the book, and the narration was really good. I’m looking forward to continuing the series and reading more of the authors works.
Also for anyone who also enjoyed this story, I must shamelessly rec my fav ao3 original story which has a very similar dynamic (two alpha and an omega in a pack with an outside omega)
https://archiveofourown.org/works/210...
I was really hyped for this because I love omega x omega romances (even when there’s other pack members involved, I gotta take what I can) and while I wasn’t exactly disappointed it also didn’t live up to my expectations.
I think my issue was the lack of building with the relationship development. I understand with Blake and Luca, but the rest was a bit too underdeveloped, especially with the 5th member.
I still did enjoy the book, and the narration was really good. I’m looking forward to continuing the series and reading more of the authors works.
Also for anyone who also enjoyed this story, I must shamelessly rec my fav ao3 original story which has a very similar dynamic (two alpha and an omega in a pack with an outside omega)
https://archiveofourown.org/works/210...
September 23, 2024
Pretty good read with a decent amount of spice. The drama was good and all the emotions were felt deep with this read. Being an all male pack definitely made this book interesting and I can’t wait to see where the next book takes us all
September 22, 2025
Omg!! N. Slater never ever disappoints! Could not put this book down. CHECK TRIGGER WARNINGS!! That is a must!! Some scenes are a lot. But this book is absolutely amazing!!! My heart goes out to Luca. The situation he was in was just heartbreaking. It’s ends on a cliffhanger and omg…… my heart!!!! Can’t wait to read the next book.
September 19, 2024
From The Edge, book 1 of the Always Yours series by N. Slater @slater.47. First off, I am a fan of Nic’s & this book was no different!
OMG! This was an amazing book about Luca, Blake, Grayson, Luther & Maceo. 💜 I absolutely loved it & can't wait for the next book in the series!
OMG! This was an amazing book about Luca, Blake, Grayson, Luther & Maceo. 💜 I absolutely loved it & can't wait for the next book in the series!
November 21, 2025
I’m not sure what I expected but an orgy wasn’t it.-ˏˋ⋆⋆ˊˎ-
Story: 3/5
Spice: High (sheer # of scenes)
Characters: 4/5
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Overall reco:
There appears to be a formula to N. Slaters writing (having finished Woodland appeal earlier this year) and I am down for it. I liked this one better than Woodland appeal and I'm not sure why.
I was looking for something that would feel hopeless and impossible and just nothing can go right no matter what the characters do and this book nails it. I feel like N Slater is good at just tapping into the deep anxiety in me and painting a world where it feels like nothing will work out. The bad guys are too strong and are too many steps ahead and the good guys can just never win.
That vibe is what I've been searching for this month, something to just grab me and beat me down and make me really feel it.
The characters felt interesting, and got even more so as we pulled back the layers. Luca seemed to be the focus of a lot of stuff but I'm actually really loving Blake. The Alpha's are great and all but really the Omega's are carrying the story for me, and I find myself, currently, wanting more of Blake.
The Spice is SPICY! I only highlighted one line in the book and it was the quote at the top of this review and honestly that's how I feel about N Slaters books I think. I almost felt like spice every chapter and sure that's because of what was happening but god damn.
September 14, 2025
From the edge
I couldn't put this book down! Just be sure to check the trigger warnings.
I felt terrible for poor Luca. He found himself in a dreadful situation with no clear way out. He has a love interest who isn’t his Alpha, and this love interest is also an Omega. Luca's life has been stripped away from him, all within a society that denies Omegas any true rights or safety.
Luther and Grayson are wonderfully supportive of both Omegas; their care, love, and protective instincts drew me in from the very start. However, that ending completely shattered my heart!
I couldn't put this book down! Just be sure to check the trigger warnings.
I felt terrible for poor Luca. He found himself in a dreadful situation with no clear way out. He has a love interest who isn’t his Alpha, and this love interest is also an Omega. Luca's life has been stripped away from him, all within a society that denies Omegas any true rights or safety.
Luther and Grayson are wonderfully supportive of both Omegas; their care, love, and protective instincts drew me in from the very start. However, that ending completely shattered my heart!
February 15, 2025
Phew that was intense at spots and I just wanted to scream no at the end, be warned, plot cliffhanger, the story continues in book 2. This book tho, whoa, talk about intense feelings and some stress and so much heartache and love. Luca and Blake were childhood friends, Grayson they met in college. But Luca is forced into a mateship with Hudson, who is absolutely horrible and abuses poor Luca. When Luca has had enough, Blake and his Alphas, Grayson and Luther are there to help. But the law is really setup against Omegas. It becomes a fight to save Luca, but his heat has thrown a wrench in those plans. It’s hot, lemme tell you. These men are sexy AF, and they are sweet and give Luca and Blake all they need and want. These two Alphas, they are everything a man should be. I adore these men. I adored this story. And I really can’t wait for book 2. Exceptionally written. N. Slater always packs a punch, always delivers an excellent plot and amazing and lovable characters, with some that we want to punt far away. So good though. And there were some developments I didn’t see coming but I loved every minute of it.
March 10, 2025
loved this... a true omegaverse story.
in From the Edge we meet 2 omegas who despite everything are meant to be together. One has a heavenly pack. They allow him a world where Omegas are practically property to be the person he wants to be and follow his dreams. The other is living in hell.
The story follows the escape of Luca and it is so well done. The emotions are like a rollercoaster, happiness, sadness and just plain anger. N Slater knows how to write a baddy that will leave you still angry long after the you have closed the last page.
She also knows how to write the goodies and everybody needs a Luther, Greyson and Maceo.
This ends on cliff-hanger and I cant wait to read the next one. Would highly recommend.
in From the Edge we meet 2 omegas who despite everything are meant to be together. One has a heavenly pack. They allow him a world where Omegas are practically property to be the person he wants to be and follow his dreams. The other is living in hell.
The story follows the escape of Luca and it is so well done. The emotions are like a rollercoaster, happiness, sadness and just plain anger. N Slater knows how to write a baddy that will leave you still angry long after the you have closed the last page.
She also knows how to write the goodies and everybody needs a Luther, Greyson and Maceo.
This ends on cliff-hanger and I cant wait to read the next one. Would highly recommend.
March 2, 2025
From the edge book one was so amazingly beautiful these characters We're amazing together.Some are broken beautifully Once I started reading this book, I could not put it down. I read this book within a day. And the story still stayed with the after. I read it if you like omega alpha. Omega dynamics with dynamics within a story and a great story plot This is a really good book to start with.I cannot wait to read book 2.The cliff hanger from bookmone was chef.Kiss I highly recommended reading this book
September 3, 2025
Loved!!
I really loved this book! It was so good and I honestly had so many emotions while reading this book. The characters, plot and even the pacing of the book was so good. I absolutely love N. Slater’s writing and this was another good one.
I wanted to cry for some characters, the things they have been through stuck with me, especially Luca. I just wanted to wrap him in a bubble and keep him safe. I love how he was a silent fighter and how loving he was. It made me happy when he was fighting for what he wanted. I honestly really like the pack too. I like how they all seem to fit together as a pack and they each bring something different to the table. I liked that the alphas wanted to give their all to their mates it made it all more special in swoon worthy moments.
I can’t wait to read the other books in this series. It was so worth the read. I will say I can’t wait to read book two because this one just made me want to all the more. Highly recommend if you love omegaverse like I do! Make sure to check TW.
I really loved this book! It was so good and I honestly had so many emotions while reading this book. The characters, plot and even the pacing of the book was so good. I absolutely love N. Slater’s writing and this was another good one.
I wanted to cry for some characters, the things they have been through stuck with me, especially Luca. I just wanted to wrap him in a bubble and keep him safe. I love how he was a silent fighter and how loving he was. It made me happy when he was fighting for what he wanted. I honestly really like the pack too. I like how they all seem to fit together as a pack and they each bring something different to the table. I liked that the alphas wanted to give their all to their mates it made it all more special in swoon worthy moments.
I can’t wait to read the other books in this series. It was so worth the read. I will say I can’t wait to read book two because this one just made me want to all the more. Highly recommend if you love omegaverse like I do! Make sure to check TW.
March 9, 2025
While this is not my first book by this author it is definitely one of my favorites. I love the story line and it has the perfect amount of spice. Luther, Greyson, Blake and Maceo are exactly the good Luca needs in his life. But also, screw Hudson. I honestly can’t wait for book 2 to see where this story goes and to find out what’s next for the Keller Family!!!
September 14, 2025
I'm glad that we at least have the pack members figured out and kinda together by the end of book 1. The situation with Luca and his abusive alpha is horrible and very frustrating since this is a plot point that runs to the next book and not solved within this one.
It was so heartwarming to finally see Blake and Luca united, even if it's unconventional to have two omegas in a pack. Grayson and Luther could see that they belonged together, and that Luca belongs to them. Adding Maceo to the mix was a pleasant surprise that I was happy for, and I fell in love with all 5 MCs as they all navigated the challenge of dealing with Luca's abusive alpha, Hudson.
Unfortunately in this world, Omegas don't have equal or as much rights, and the laws are backwards as well as the people in authority, so Hudson seems to get away with everything. No relationship angst, but plot angst is everywhere, and I'm anxious to see how it's resolved, especially with how this book ended. Onwards to book 2!
It was so heartwarming to finally see Blake and Luca united, even if it's unconventional to have two omegas in a pack. Grayson and Luther could see that they belonged together, and that Luca belongs to them. Adding Maceo to the mix was a pleasant surprise that I was happy for, and I fell in love with all 5 MCs as they all navigated the challenge of dealing with Luca's abusive alpha, Hudson.
Unfortunately in this world, Omegas don't have equal or as much rights, and the laws are backwards as well as the people in authority, so Hudson seems to get away with everything. No relationship angst, but plot angst is everywhere, and I'm anxious to see how it's resolved, especially with how this book ended. Onwards to book 2!
September 24, 2024
Sexy and Raw, I loved this
Read the TW/CW if you have any safety concerns.
Spoilers (No Major plot points or twists)
This story starts off with showing Luca’s life with his alpha who is terribly abusive. He has been with him for years, and his body is barely holding on. He still fantasizes about his one true love, an omega named Blake, and those feelings are reciprocated. While they’ve seen each other over the years they know they can no longer have a relationship because they are both mated. Blake, specifically, to two alphas. But fate has something else in store, and when Luca decides enough is enough the pieces begin to fall in place.
Honestly the beginning of this story tore me up. I mentally adopted Luca in to my family. Even without getting through half the book I felt emotionally invested. I was desperate to see his happy ending. Through his pain and hopelessness he kept fighting, even when he didn’t think there was anything worth fighting for. He was sweet, loving and the silent kind of fighter. I thought he’d be my favorite but I’m still on the fence.
All of these characters (besides the evil ones) were extremely likable. There’s a little bit to offer for everyone. Blake was fierce, loving, dominant, and even a little bratty. He had a lot of his own things going on but he maintained a protectiveness of Luca that I admired. He was the first to action when it came to him, consistently.
“I know, Alpha but I cant stop. I need him like I need you guys even though it’s not fair to say.”
One of the first things he says about Luca.
Alpha Grayson is on the sweet and tender side. I was surprised to get that in an omegaverse. I don’t read many alphas that like different things sexually or aren’t trying to be the most dominant thing in the room. He was refreshing. He contrasted well will Alpha Luther who takes the more traditional role. He was the pillar of the family. He was the most dominant one, but he wasn’t perfect and I liked that about him.
If you see that this is M5 not M4 you know there is one more. He comes a little later into the book so I won’t talk about him here. I will just say that he might actually be my favorite. As soon as we met him, I was fully ready to write a letter to the author begging to include him in the new pack. Vibes alone.
The only thing that didn’t sit right with me is the way omegas are talked about. The book kind of makes them out to be hormonal and whiny. The kind of quirky and demanding characters that are among so many omegaverse books. It left a bad taste in my mouth, but not so much that I hated everything about it. On the flip side I liked the caretaking of these characters, how the alphas wanted to fall to their every demand but also make sure they had what they needed above all else. I don’t want to rate it down more when there were aspects that I actively enjoyed.
I’d definitely read this again. I will 100% read the sequel. >!I wanted to know much more about these characters and see everyone get what they deserve.!<
I’d recommend this to anyone who like omegaverse, daddy/little (doesnt have this but it reminds me of those dynamics at times), and/or poly because the characters are all different and mesh together very well.
Read the TW/CW if you have any safety concerns.
Spoilers (No Major plot points or twists)
This story starts off with showing Luca’s life with his alpha who is terribly abusive. He has been with him for years, and his body is barely holding on. He still fantasizes about his one true love, an omega named Blake, and those feelings are reciprocated. While they’ve seen each other over the years they know they can no longer have a relationship because they are both mated. Blake, specifically, to two alphas. But fate has something else in store, and when Luca decides enough is enough the pieces begin to fall in place.
Honestly the beginning of this story tore me up. I mentally adopted Luca in to my family. Even without getting through half the book I felt emotionally invested. I was desperate to see his happy ending. Through his pain and hopelessness he kept fighting, even when he didn’t think there was anything worth fighting for. He was sweet, loving and the silent kind of fighter. I thought he’d be my favorite but I’m still on the fence.
All of these characters (besides the evil ones) were extremely likable. There’s a little bit to offer for everyone. Blake was fierce, loving, dominant, and even a little bratty. He had a lot of his own things going on but he maintained a protectiveness of Luca that I admired. He was the first to action when it came to him, consistently.
“I know, Alpha but I cant stop. I need him like I need you guys even though it’s not fair to say.”
One of the first things he says about Luca.
Alpha Grayson is on the sweet and tender side. I was surprised to get that in an omegaverse. I don’t read many alphas that like different things sexually or aren’t trying to be the most dominant thing in the room. He was refreshing. He contrasted well will Alpha Luther who takes the more traditional role. He was the pillar of the family. He was the most dominant one, but he wasn’t perfect and I liked that about him.
If you see that this is M5 not M4 you know there is one more. He comes a little later into the book so I won’t talk about him here. I will just say that he might actually be my favorite. As soon as we met him, I was fully ready to write a letter to the author begging to include him in the new pack. Vibes alone.
The only thing that didn’t sit right with me is the way omegas are talked about. The book kind of makes them out to be hormonal and whiny. The kind of quirky and demanding characters that are among so many omegaverse books. It left a bad taste in my mouth, but not so much that I hated everything about it. On the flip side I liked the caretaking of these characters, how the alphas wanted to fall to their every demand but also make sure they had what they needed above all else. I don’t want to rate it down more when there were aspects that I actively enjoyed.
I’d definitely read this again. I will 100% read the sequel. >!I wanted to know much more about these characters and see everyone get what they deserve.!<
I’d recommend this to anyone who like omegaverse, daddy/little (doesnt have this but it reminds me of those dynamics at times), and/or poly because the characters are all different and mesh together very well.
June 5, 2025
I didn't think two omegas would work but it did oh so perfectly.
I loved the bond between the two omegas.
I loved the bond between the two omegas.
September 15, 2025
I am disappointed massively. I love me some omega x omega with alphas etc however this completely missed the mark. It felt rushed but slow and I feel like they're all quite stupid To get themselves out the pickle surely Luca just needed to testify? but no! Also I felt like they laughed a lot at Luca's omega needs because Blake didn't do them? Won't be continuing with the series. Also I felt like there were too many storylines happening at once.
March 11, 2025
This was the first mm only book that I have read and I loved it. My heart was breaking for these characters. I really enjoyed the characters and the story. I'm hoping that they finally get their happily ever ever!
October 23, 2024
The first half was great, but after that it was as if i was reading through blurred lines- everything got mixed up. Also Maceos entrance ruined it all.
March 13, 2025
The book was really good. The story line was amazing and this is my first book by this author. I love the whole omegaverse storyline. Can’t wait for book 2!
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April 18, 2025DNF60%. Disjointed. Plot made no sense. Shallow writing
March 12, 2025
I've had this book in my TBR for a long time and I'm really glad to finally having read it. While it's a short book with a fast pace, I was surprised at how everything worked out well despite the amount of characters in a short amount of pages since this is a poly MMMMM omegaverse. I had an amazing time and there were many things that I enjoyed, which I'll highlight later.
The story is about Luca, an omega forced into an abusive relationship with an alpha after his family sold him off. In this world, omegas don't really have rights and their abuse isn't taken seriously, especially in Luca's case because the abusive alpha has more power than him. Everything is more complicated because Luca yearns for another omega, his friend Blake, which is forbidden in their society. One time where he's on the verge of dying, he's taken to the hospital and Blake desperately tries to save him with the help of his two alphas: Luther and Grayson. Along the road, another person will be on their side, Maceo - a lawyer who'll do his best to fight back the charges agaisnt the alphas saving Luca's life and stop the authorities from giving Luca back to his abuser.
The book does an amazing job at delivering the h/c element, in the exact way I like it which is having a lot of painful scenes and then adding good comfort. Luca's story was very tragic, but it felt satisfying to read about him having people that want to protect him and give him the world. After everything he's gone through, he absolutely deserves that and his four mates. This sold a solid poly dynamic by giving emphasis on how each pair share their affection, and the inclusion of Maceo is very intriguing since it was teased to be developed more in later book(s), and I'm totally here for that.
Speaking about Maceo, there were a few details that I would've wanted differently, which is for the book to perhaps have more pages so that Maceo's introduction to the formed pack would've been smoother and for the fast pacing to slow down at one moment so it gives room for feelings to sink in. I'm guessing that this will be explored later, and I'm very interested in his role after that ending.
I also thought the mating/smut scenes were well done since they were necessary for the characters to bond and it was fascinating to read about how much the pull affected everyone. The fact that each one is territorial and possessive of the other? Perfection. I especially was very into Luca/Blake's dynamic because they were very sweet and supportive, I just really enjoy omega/omega pairings.
About the ending, although it's sort of a cliffhanger and it doesn't end happily in this installment for plot reasons, it felt really fitting to the story's direction since it wasn't possible to wrap it up when Luca's abuser is such a threat for all. It adds a layer of seriousness to the plot because he isn't someone that can easily be taken down. I was also surprised that he had one chapter from his perspective, I don't think I've seen a villain/antagonist to get theirs in other romance books.
Ultimately, this was a really well done poly omegaverse book with an intriguing plot, with two adorable omega MCs that are loved by their mates and vice versa, with protective mates and subtle recovery journey full of comfort. I absolutely am looking forward to book two.
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The story is about Luca, an omega forced into an abusive relationship with an alpha after his family sold him off. In this world, omegas don't really have rights and their abuse isn't taken seriously, especially in Luca's case because the abusive alpha has more power than him. Everything is more complicated because Luca yearns for another omega, his friend Blake, which is forbidden in their society. One time where he's on the verge of dying, he's taken to the hospital and Blake desperately tries to save him with the help of his two alphas: Luther and Grayson. Along the road, another person will be on their side, Maceo - a lawyer who'll do his best to fight back the charges agaisnt the alphas saving Luca's life and stop the authorities from giving Luca back to his abuser.
The book does an amazing job at delivering the h/c element, in the exact way I like it which is having a lot of painful scenes and then adding good comfort. Luca's story was very tragic, but it felt satisfying to read about him having people that want to protect him and give him the world. After everything he's gone through, he absolutely deserves that and his four mates. This sold a solid poly dynamic by giving emphasis on how each pair share their affection, and the inclusion of Maceo is very intriguing since it was teased to be developed more in later book(s), and I'm totally here for that.
Speaking about Maceo, there were a few details that I would've wanted differently, which is for the book to perhaps have more pages so that Maceo's introduction to the formed pack would've been smoother and for the fast pacing to slow down at one moment so it gives room for feelings to sink in. I'm guessing that this will be explored later, and I'm very interested in his role after that ending.
I also thought the mating/smut scenes were well done since they were necessary for the characters to bond and it was fascinating to read about how much the pull affected everyone. The fact that each one is territorial and possessive of the other? Perfection. I especially was very into Luca/Blake's dynamic because they were very sweet and supportive, I just really enjoy omega/omega pairings.
About the ending, although it's sort of a cliffhanger and it doesn't end happily in this installment for plot reasons, it felt really fitting to the story's direction since it wasn't possible to wrap it up when Luca's abuser is such a threat for all. It adds a layer of seriousness to the plot because he isn't someone that can easily be taken down. I was also surprised that he had one chapter from his perspective, I don't think I've seen a villain/antagonist to get theirs in other romance books.
Ultimately, this was a really well done poly omegaverse book with an intriguing plot, with two adorable omega MCs that are loved by their mates and vice versa, with protective mates and subtle recovery journey full of comfort. I absolutely am looking forward to book two.
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March 26, 2026
Before I go all in, if all you're interested in is lots of sex, then you're good. You'll be happy, but those scenes could have been a bit more descriptive, honestly.
I would have given this at least 3 stars, but the ending was such bullshit. I'll get into that later.
I was initially interested in seeing Luca deal with his trauma and learn that he deserves all the love from his mates. That's really where my interest ended. Love Luca 💜
I had to keep checking the chapters, because it was so easy to get confused with who was narrating. Their voices aren't remotely distinguishable.
I kept thinking I was reading the second book in a series, because I don't understand why Blake is into his alphas and vice versa. It must just be because of scents. At least he had history with Grayson!
I don't think any of them had much character development. Now that I think about it, not much happened except worrying about Luca's heat and then having it. There's not much to Grayson and Luther. They're just alphas who will do whatever for their omegas even though they're kind of dumb. I'll get into that when I talk about the plot. Blake is just obsessed with Luca and likes video games but is mostly obsessed with Luca. Maceo is also kind of there.
The writing was mediocre. There needed to more distinction in character voice since the POV kept changing. Also, the author NEVER puts a comma in compund sentences. That's basic grammar. I don't know, though. Maybe that changed.
Now, let's chat about the plot. The longer I read, the more ridiculous it got. I'll stay a little vague as to not spoil much, but it is only book one anyway.
Okay, so omegas are treated as property, and a mated omega can't go through their heat with someone who isn't their alpha. Got it. The pack keeps Luca away from his abusive alpha and that causes issues because of the ownership issue.
But here's the thing, if an omega testifies about abuse, they can leave. So they have a family attorney, connections, and money, but no one thinks for a second to just get Luca a court date scheduled before his heat?! They can get a protective order to keep Hudson away from their house, but they can't get Luca into court for testimony. Can't even get him to write something down and get it signed by a fucking notary?!
Let's say it's not that simple. The next step would be for the alphas to not spent his heat with him, which you know they're going to do early on. How about DON'T. There's no emergency heat suppressant? You can't put him in a hospital with all that fucking money to get him through his heat and not break the law with Hudson ready to get you locked up at any second?
Okay okay. Let's say that's too hard because they're idiots. But then we find out at the end that an Omega can legally have multiple alpha mates and can decide who to stay with. So why the actual fuck didn't they just bite him from the beginning BEFORE HE WENT INTO HEAT because the alphas accepted him as part of the pack almost immediately.
No, I will not continue on for all of those reasons, but I still do have some favorite quotes 😌.
"I’m convinced Blake would eat dirt if I served it to him but I’m not that cruel."
"Now, tell me what the fuck is going on? Who do I have to kill?”
"However, if I find out that those bruises and that infection were from his Alpha, I will do whatever it takes to save him. I’ll promise you that.”
It’s a highly intimate gesture but Blake has never cared about etiquette— just me.
He’s terrifying and yet for some reason, he feels safe.
I didn’t expect to be standing in one of the aisles at Plush City, an Omega’s wet dream.
SOS. Luca is trying to pull me into the nest.
SPOILER:
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Also, we just skipped a fucking trial, because Mateo is talking about sentencing. Wtf do you mean sentencing?? Luther didn't even go to fucking trial. He has not seen the inside of a courtroom not once.
I would have given this at least 3 stars, but the ending was such bullshit. I'll get into that later.
I was initially interested in seeing Luca deal with his trauma and learn that he deserves all the love from his mates. That's really where my interest ended. Love Luca 💜
I had to keep checking the chapters, because it was so easy to get confused with who was narrating. Their voices aren't remotely distinguishable.
I kept thinking I was reading the second book in a series, because I don't understand why Blake is into his alphas and vice versa. It must just be because of scents. At least he had history with Grayson!
I don't think any of them had much character development. Now that I think about it, not much happened except worrying about Luca's heat and then having it. There's not much to Grayson and Luther. They're just alphas who will do whatever for their omegas even though they're kind of dumb. I'll get into that when I talk about the plot. Blake is just obsessed with Luca and likes video games but is mostly obsessed with Luca. Maceo is also kind of there.
The writing was mediocre. There needed to more distinction in character voice since the POV kept changing. Also, the author NEVER puts a comma in compund sentences. That's basic grammar. I don't know, though. Maybe that changed.
Now, let's chat about the plot. The longer I read, the more ridiculous it got. I'll stay a little vague as to not spoil much, but it is only book one anyway.
Okay, so omegas are treated as property, and a mated omega can't go through their heat with someone who isn't their alpha. Got it. The pack keeps Luca away from his abusive alpha and that causes issues because of the ownership issue.
But here's the thing, if an omega testifies about abuse, they can leave. So they have a family attorney, connections, and money, but no one thinks for a second to just get Luca a court date scheduled before his heat?! They can get a protective order to keep Hudson away from their house, but they can't get Luca into court for testimony. Can't even get him to write something down and get it signed by a fucking notary?!
Let's say it's not that simple. The next step would be for the alphas to not spent his heat with him, which you know they're going to do early on. How about DON'T. There's no emergency heat suppressant? You can't put him in a hospital with all that fucking money to get him through his heat and not break the law with Hudson ready to get you locked up at any second?
Okay okay. Let's say that's too hard because they're idiots. But then we find out at the end that an Omega can legally have multiple alpha mates and can decide who to stay with. So why the actual fuck didn't they just bite him from the beginning BEFORE HE WENT INTO HEAT because the alphas accepted him as part of the pack almost immediately.
No, I will not continue on for all of those reasons, but I still do have some favorite quotes 😌.
"I’m convinced Blake would eat dirt if I served it to him but I’m not that cruel."
"Now, tell me what the fuck is going on? Who do I have to kill?”
"However, if I find out that those bruises and that infection were from his Alpha, I will do whatever it takes to save him. I’ll promise you that.”
It’s a highly intimate gesture but Blake has never cared about etiquette— just me.
He’s terrifying and yet for some reason, he feels safe.
I didn’t expect to be standing in one of the aisles at Plush City, an Omega’s wet dream.
SOS. Luca is trying to pull me into the nest.
SPOILER:
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.
.
Also, we just skipped a fucking trial, because Mateo is talking about sentencing. Wtf do you mean sentencing?? Luther didn't even go to fucking trial. He has not seen the inside of a courtroom not once.
January 30, 2026
I previously read one of N. Slater's other OV books and loved it. I actually asked her for a recommendation on another to start when I was in a fairly specific mood and decided to stick to my norm but also adventure out a little bit. From the Edge fit everything I was wanting and also a little more. I've never read an mpreg story before, so this was the something new.
I absolutely fell in love with the characters in this story. Following Luca and everything he went through at the hands of an abuser and his reactions was heart wrenching. Flinching, panic when certain things triggered him, feeling like he deserved it. These are things that do hit really hard for people, and I would recommend reading the TW/CW if you have any triggers. The tears I had well up in my eyes watching Luca sort through everything made me love him all the harder and be yelling in my notes to not believe those words. He deserves no more pain, just to be cherished. The other characters in the story also played a heavy part in falling for the characters and the story. Unconventional pack dynamics is a huge one that gets me when it's done great. This story? Did that. We have the Alpha who's dominate, an Alpha who is submissive, and Omega who is dominate and then another Omega who is his perfect polar opposite. Every character has their story, and the depth of which I felt everyone's emotions really made the story itself relatable and needing to know more. This is definitely a story that I could dive into again and again and find myself feeling the same ways and needing to be invested in it.
The story was easy to hold my interest as I became wholly invested with the characters and needing to know what was happening next. If you enjoy a book that has the experience of being on an emotional roller coaster, unconventional pack dynamics, a growing pack and 2 omega's that play together I'd highly recommend giving this one a try.
I absolutely fell in love with the characters in this story. Following Luca and everything he went through at the hands of an abuser and his reactions was heart wrenching. Flinching, panic when certain things triggered him, feeling like he deserved it. These are things that do hit really hard for people, and I would recommend reading the TW/CW if you have any triggers. The tears I had well up in my eyes watching Luca sort through everything made me love him all the harder and be yelling in my notes to not believe those words. He deserves no more pain, just to be cherished. The other characters in the story also played a heavy part in falling for the characters and the story. Unconventional pack dynamics is a huge one that gets me when it's done great. This story? Did that. We have the Alpha who's dominate, an Alpha who is submissive, and Omega who is dominate and then another Omega who is his perfect polar opposite. Every character has their story, and the depth of which I felt everyone's emotions really made the story itself relatable and needing to know more. This is definitely a story that I could dive into again and again and find myself feeling the same ways and needing to be invested in it.
The story was easy to hold my interest as I became wholly invested with the characters and needing to know what was happening next. If you enjoy a book that has the experience of being on an emotional roller coaster, unconventional pack dynamics, a growing pack and 2 omega's that play together I'd highly recommend giving this one a try.
September 21, 2024
It's a story about the true face of what Desperation means, beyond the limit of endurance and the taste of pain, when it's all you have left. This is dark omegaverse with heavy vibes of hurt-comfort-healing, in a fictional world, where the lives of omegas aren't usually pretty fairy tales.
Luka and Blake are more than best friends. From the moment they have met, they share a soul deep connection that nothing can break, even when the twists and turns of life lead them down different paths of shattered dreams and glum reality. For Luka, who never thought, he will present as Omega and Blake who already is one, this is a catastrophe with huge proportions.
This is a very emotionally heavy story, gripping and heart touching. As per usual for this author, the plot development is seamlessly tied to the level of spice and the two unfold perfectly. But more valuable is that the story provokes the reader to reflect on the values of life and how much love is really worth. Is a moment with the people you truly love worth sacrificing everything you are and everything you have? How far will you go to fight for them?
So many questions and a mean cliffhanger, but I can't wait to see the sequel.
Luka and Blake are more than best friends. From the moment they have met, they share a soul deep connection that nothing can break, even when the twists and turns of life lead them down different paths of shattered dreams and glum reality. For Luka, who never thought, he will present as Omega and Blake who already is one, this is a catastrophe with huge proportions.
This is a very emotionally heavy story, gripping and heart touching. As per usual for this author, the plot development is seamlessly tied to the level of spice and the two unfold perfectly. But more valuable is that the story provokes the reader to reflect on the values of life and how much love is really worth. Is a moment with the people you truly love worth sacrificing everything you are and everything you have? How far will you go to fight for them?
So many questions and a mean cliffhanger, but I can't wait to see the sequel.
October 15, 2024
I felt bad for Luca and wished he had never gone through so much crap with Hudson. It's a shame that no one stepped in until it got too bad. It seemed like Grayson had a chance to stop everything from happening at the beginning but I felt like he was too much of a coward to fight for Luca. I also felt like he chose Blake over Luca since there couldn't be two omegas in a pack.
I didn't like that Blake was so obsessed with Luca. It felt insensitive to his alphas and made them seem like an afterthought. I'm not sure why they added Maceo to the pack so late especially if he was Luca's scented mate. I wished he would've had a better story line with Luca.
Overall, there wasn't much of a storyline, just a lot of smut. The omegas, Luca and Blake are basically in their own world the whole time. They also acted too childish for my liking. The alphas, Luther and Grayson were fine. Maceo seemed okay but was barely in the story.
I didn't like that Blake was so obsessed with Luca. It felt insensitive to his alphas and made them seem like an afterthought. I'm not sure why they added Maceo to the pack so late especially if he was Luca's scented mate. I wished he would've had a better story line with Luca.
Overall, there wasn't much of a storyline, just a lot of smut. The omegas, Luca and Blake are basically in their own world the whole time. They also acted too childish for my liking. The alphas, Luther and Grayson were fine. Maceo seemed okay but was barely in the story.
September 24, 2024
I think I have found my new favorite pack in the Keller clan. I absolutely love how Blake doesn’t fit the mold as your stereotypical Omega and I just love how he and Lucus are with each other. This spin on the Omegaverse that N. Slater takes is probably one of my favorites. Her worlds generally revolve around characters who don’t the way they’re supposed to and that not everything is as it seems. From the Edge shows a potential dark side of the OV trope and she handles it perfectly, easily balancing the pain and trauma with the care and comfort one needs to begin the healing process. The Keller pack lives rent free in my head and while I loved Woodland Appeal, I think this one is going to be my favorite.
November 23, 2025
This is quite good. I'm glad I discovered N. Slater books, because I'm obsessed. I like the exploration of non traditional omegas and alphas. I love these packs that have more than 3, too! there's 5 people, and you get 5 povs in this series.
if there's something I don't like..maybe it's the portrayel and characterization of the villains. thr last series I read by n.slater was the same. They're very obsessed and abusive typically to the max, but I feel like there's something missing. their motives are always mysterious ..and them being a villain drags out for too long for my liking , sometimes books long
if there's something I don't like..maybe it's the portrayel and characterization of the villains. thr last series I read by n.slater was the same. They're very obsessed and abusive typically to the max, but I feel like there's something missing. their motives are always mysterious ..and them being a villain drags out for too long for my liking , sometimes books long
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