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An Unhinged Reverse Harem Duet #2
Psycho Alphas: Part Two
Obsessive. Manic. Possessive. That’s the Omega I am — no matter how hard I tried to hide it.
I once dreamed of Alphas who might love me with all my scars, and now that dream is in reach. These Alphas might need a little stitching together, but they’re dark, dangerous, and just as twisted as I am.
Rogue: my mate—the monster I freed from chains.
Bunny: the muzzled psychopath I leashed.
Knox: the vigilante with a dark past who’d burn down the world to protect me.
They’ve ripped down my walls, making me theirs in ways I can’t escape.
A happily ever after, Bunny—and it might truly be ours…
But Bella Morgan, a jealous demon from Knox’s past, will stop at nothing to take him from me. Her Alphas tortured me in front of my pack and forced Knox to bond with her to save me.
The threat of losing my Alphas drags up the same feral instincts that once cost me everything. Bella won’t stop until she’s stolen what’s mine, but she may have unleashed the darkest parts of me instead.
This is the second and final part of a dark MFMM omegaverse romance duet. Please check trigger warnings.
I once dreamed of Alphas who might love me with all my scars, and now that dream is in reach. These Alphas might need a little stitching together, but they’re dark, dangerous, and just as twisted as I am.
Rogue: my mate—the monster I freed from chains.
Bunny: the muzzled psychopath I leashed.
Knox: the vigilante with a dark past who’d burn down the world to protect me.
They’ve ripped down my walls, making me theirs in ways I can’t escape.
A happily ever after, Bunny—and it might truly be ours…
But Bella Morgan, a jealous demon from Knox’s past, will stop at nothing to take him from me. Her Alphas tortured me in front of my pack and forced Knox to bond with her to save me.
The threat of losing my Alphas drags up the same feral instincts that once cost me everything. Bella won’t stop until she’s stolen what’s mine, but she may have unleashed the darkest parts of me instead.
This is the second and final part of a dark MFMM omegaverse romance duet. Please check trigger warnings.
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First published October 11, 2025
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About the author
Marie Mackay
24 books775 followersA British-Canadian writer, artist, and ex nurse currently living in BC, Canada. All the art-from the cover, to the illustrations within the pages-are her own.
I'm a self-proclaimed angst queen, and I write omegaverse and fantasy romance, most often with many lovers per lady. I have a strong preference toward enemies to lovers, bully, and dark romance.
The voices I bring to the paper draw from the distinct social settings in which I have lived, the many places I have travelled, and from my time in health care.
I maintain a commitment not to write pregnancy in my books (including epilogues). While I have nothing against the beauty of babies, my leading ladies find HEAs outside of children <3
I'm a self-proclaimed angst queen, and I write omegaverse and fantasy romance, most often with many lovers per lady. I have a strong preference toward enemies to lovers, bully, and dark romance.
The voices I bring to the paper draw from the distinct social settings in which I have lived, the many places I have travelled, and from my time in health care.
I maintain a commitment not to write pregnancy in my books (including epilogues). While I have nothing against the beauty of babies, my leading ladies find HEAs outside of children <3
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September 27, 2025
If I wasn’t already madly in love with Thistle Maverick after the first half of the Psycho Alphas duet, I certainly would be now, because she’s simply the bratty batty baddy I needed in my life right now. (Say that three times fast.) She’s a sassy, joyful, tender cake with brutal, vengeful filling and spicy, spiteful frosting. All I want is for her to have a lifetime supply of Pop Tarts, an endless amount of art supplies, and to always be happy…whatever happiness looks like to her.
What’s changed between the first book and this book, though, is that now I just simply want that for the whole pack. In the first book I’d had quite enough of Knox’s nonsense and was kind-of hoping Thistle might yeet him into the void. Somehow, Marie redeemed him wholly for me. Not only did she redeem Knox, but she fully dragged me over–kicking and screaming–to the side of all three alphas. Their reluctant platonic bonds were both endearing and humorous to read. Their individual relationships and dynamics with Thistle added dimension to the story I feel can sometimes get lost in the “lighter” omegaverse novels, where it sometimes feels like the alphas could be interchangeable.
After waiting what felt like forever for this book I’m so glad Marie took the time she did to write it at her speed to make sure Thistle’s pack got the happy ending they deserved and that suited them completely. 4⭐️
I was provided a copy of this title by the author. All thoughts, opinions, views, and ideas expressed herein are mine and mine alone. Thank you.
File Under: Book Duology/Kindle Unlimited/Kink Friendly/Morally Grey/Spice Level 3/Why Choose Romance
What’s changed between the first book and this book, though, is that now I just simply want that for the whole pack. In the first book I’d had quite enough of Knox’s nonsense and was kind-of hoping Thistle might yeet him into the void. Somehow, Marie redeemed him wholly for me. Not only did she redeem Knox, but she fully dragged me over–kicking and screaming–to the side of all three alphas. Their reluctant platonic bonds were both endearing and humorous to read. Their individual relationships and dynamics with Thistle added dimension to the story I feel can sometimes get lost in the “lighter” omegaverse novels, where it sometimes feels like the alphas could be interchangeable.
After waiting what felt like forever for this book I’m so glad Marie took the time she did to write it at her speed to make sure Thistle’s pack got the happy ending they deserved and that suited them completely. 4⭐️
I was provided a copy of this title by the author. All thoughts, opinions, views, and ideas expressed herein are mine and mine alone. Thank you.
File Under: Book Duology/Kindle Unlimited/Kink Friendly/Morally Grey/Spice Level 3/Why Choose Romance
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December 20, 2025This duet is BONKERS.
I cannot rate it. It confused the crap out of me. But also, I was MESMERIZED and needed to keep with it the whole way.
All of them are a little bit psychopathic. Lots of murder and gore in this series and some questionable personal relations and iffy sanity.
I don't remember the first book enough but I appreciated the scene with Rogue where he just held her because "sex isn't a need and even if they never had sex, he was hers for the rest of his life". Ugh, that was awesome.
I don't understand the varied pasts of these people. Were they villains or were they heroes? Sounds like both... And there was some villainy in the past...
I don't know, but "good" prevails at the end and these four psychos are happy together in their twisted way at the end.
I cannot rate it. It confused the crap out of me. But also, I was MESMERIZED and needed to keep with it the whole way.
All of them are a little bit psychopathic. Lots of murder and gore in this series and some questionable personal relations and iffy sanity.
I don't remember the first book enough but I appreciated the scene with Rogue where he just held her because "sex isn't a need and even if they never had sex, he was hers for the rest of his life". Ugh, that was awesome.
I don't understand the varied pasts of these people. Were they villains or were they heroes? Sounds like both... And there was some villainy in the past...
I don't know, but "good" prevails at the end and these four psychos are happy together in their twisted way at the end.
October 2, 2025
100 stars ⭐️ Thank you to Marie Mackay for only giving me an ARC but also letting me be a part of her alpha reading team!
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Words fail me to express how much I loved this book and how obsessed I am. This was such a fantastic conclusion to Thistle's journey. It was full of the unhinged deranged things we know, love, and expect from these messed up characters, but it also had humor, and the emotions that come along with the way they are forced to navigate and face the things they desperately want to deny and ignore. Especially the way Thistle took power and control back to become the Queen of her pack.
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It stands out that in this book we have a much deeper and better feel on how each Alpha's dynamic is with Thistle, the way they give Thistle specific things she needs, and how she in turn is able to balance them. But amonst each other we can see how the 3 Alphas navigate becoming a pack which involves not only learning to trust but also to accept what their claims and connection with each other mean.
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Ace Maverick remains my Roman Empire. His entire arc was fantastic. Seeing the way he starts to admit to himself that he not only needs Thistle, but that she was born for him. The way he finally gives in, embraces their connection, and more importantly, realizes (in his own way) that loving her was inevitable. It was great watching how he starts to indulge her small whims and becomes protective of her. Not to mention seeing him accept a new pack, work with them, and realize that Knox and Rogue were meant to be his packmates. I will forever love him.
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This was such a satisfying conclusion and I loved how it all wrapped up in full circle!
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Words fail me to express how much I loved this book and how obsessed I am. This was such a fantastic conclusion to Thistle's journey. It was full of the unhinged deranged things we know, love, and expect from these messed up characters, but it also had humor, and the emotions that come along with the way they are forced to navigate and face the things they desperately want to deny and ignore. Especially the way Thistle took power and control back to become the Queen of her pack.
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It stands out that in this book we have a much deeper and better feel on how each Alpha's dynamic is with Thistle, the way they give Thistle specific things she needs, and how she in turn is able to balance them. But amonst each other we can see how the 3 Alphas navigate becoming a pack which involves not only learning to trust but also to accept what their claims and connection with each other mean.
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Ace Maverick remains my Roman Empire. His entire arc was fantastic. Seeing the way he starts to admit to himself that he not only needs Thistle, but that she was born for him. The way he finally gives in, embraces their connection, and more importantly, realizes (in his own way) that loving her was inevitable. It was great watching how he starts to indulge her small whims and becomes protective of her. Not to mention seeing him accept a new pack, work with them, and realize that Knox and Rogue were meant to be his packmates. I will forever love him.
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This was such a satisfying conclusion and I loved how it all wrapped up in full circle!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 10, 2025
I’m completely lost and confused with book two. It’s a rambling mess and I can’t seem to keep up with what’s going on. I gave book one 5 stars so it’s quite disappointing to not understand book 2 at all.
October 6, 2025
Book 2:
I Give This Book a 3 Star Rating.
HEA(?): Yes
Relationship Type: RH>Reverse Harem: MFMM
Romance: 4/5
Heat: Can’t deny, I was hoping for explosive heat but definitely wasn’t expecting the closed doors or FTB (Fade to Black) scenes which felt like a big miss.
And you don’t see what happens after like cuddles or scars, which are scenes you clearly want to see because it’s Thistle we’re talking about, but it also felt necessary to see Ace with her after as well, but near the end were some good scenes. 3/5, because it was shallow depth in the scenes.
Dark(?): The Darkness Scale definitely dropped more than I was expecting, but I was also confused in some areas but 2.5/5
Pacing: Slow-Mid?
Drama: I really was anticipating high drama, but in its own way everything had an explanation and some areas resolved or explained away much faster, which did kinda take some wind out of the sails. But lots of background drama rather than foreground drama. 3.5/5
Suspense: 3?/5
Going into Heat(?): Does Occur
Nesting(?): Yes, in its own way and in this book was a lot more confusing than I was expecting as well.
Knotting(?): Does Occur
Purring: Kinda? But no?
Biting: Yes
Mate Marking(?): Does Occur
Marking I suppose? By Bite(?) Does Occur.
Scent Marking(?): Does Occur
Slick(?): Does Occur.
Obsessive Behavioral Signs: Not Really?
Group Heat Scenes(?, if RH): Near the Very Very End as a whole.
Alpha Dominance and/or Aggression(?): Does Occur, but not necessarily a on page focus? I don’t understand why there weren’t focused on.
Omega Submissive Behavior(?): Does Occur, kinda?
I can’t deny I was a bit confused if it wasn’t apparent while reading this one, some areas were harder to understand, and/or developed a bit too quickly to fully make sense.
There are OVER a dozen scenes I wish I had actually ‘seen’ over being written as past-tense. I just don’t understand how lots of scenes are off page or suddenly switched to another POV to ‘avoid’ it.
The book could’ve been so much more, but I am left with a lot more questions because of how easily things got resolved, this book has so much detail but not in the areas that needed concentrated focus to make everything make sense.
The books feels very rushed, and due to that it’s very confusing because so much was squeezed within that there is no breathing space whatsoever I had to take time from the book to create my own breathing space.
This could’ve been a trilogy just to add breathing space, but if it had been I probably wouldn’t have read the third book.
This needed a beta team, that team would’ve or should’ve pointed out many areas that needed clarification/focus/ and bring background actions into focus. This book reads like it was meant to hit a deadline.
October 9, 2025
Ace was disappointing as a love interest.
October 21, 2025
This duology is completely unhinged and I enjoyed every minute of it.
October 16, 2025
Thistle is one of my favorite characters of all time. The end.
October 7, 2025
Goblin claws out, because Psycho Alphas: Part Two by Marie Mackay absolutely shredded me, in the best, most deliciously unhinged way. I devoured this book. Every filthy moment, every dark twist, every alpha dripping regret……I swallowed it whole and left nothing behind.
Thistle? My precious ball of broken things 😭 She’s a storm disguised in softness, with scars that whisper and a heart that fights, even when every damn thing screams to give up. Watching her cling to her sanity and her alphas, trying to protect what she’s built, what she dared to hope for……I teared up, I raged, I wanted to scream bloody injustice at every turn. She’s messy, she’s flawed, she’s absolutely lovable.
And the alphas: Rogue, Bunny, Knox, holy hell. Each one a dark mirror in their own way. There’s Rogue, dangerous and damaged, forged from chains and betrayal. Bunny, the muzzled psychopath, surprising in his vulnerability when no one expected it. Knox, a vigilante with a past that drips guilt and obsession, so fiercely protective he might burn down his entire world just to keep Thistle safe. Their chemistry, their desperation, the way they circle her, sometimes suffocate her, always love her! It’s raw. It’s brutal. And when ghosts show up from Knox’s past, dragging up all the venom, oh gods, that throwdown of past sins vs present stitches……it nearly broke me.
The plot is dark. Twisted. Obsessive. Possessive. But also full of moments of trembling hope. The enemies to lovers edges, the scent matches, the betrayals, the reclaiming of power, it’s all balanced on a knife’s edge and yet somehow feels like a home forged from fire. The HEA feels earned, seared with blood and tears and redemption. Five stars, no question. This duet is now one of the best omegaverse stories I’ve ever read. If you want love that claws, grovels, protects, and doesn’t know how to be anything less than addictively dark, Psycho Alphas is your chaos cocktail.
Thistle? My precious ball of broken things 😭 She’s a storm disguised in softness, with scars that whisper and a heart that fights, even when every damn thing screams to give up. Watching her cling to her sanity and her alphas, trying to protect what she’s built, what she dared to hope for……I teared up, I raged, I wanted to scream bloody injustice at every turn. She’s messy, she’s flawed, she’s absolutely lovable.
And the alphas: Rogue, Bunny, Knox, holy hell. Each one a dark mirror in their own way. There’s Rogue, dangerous and damaged, forged from chains and betrayal. Bunny, the muzzled psychopath, surprising in his vulnerability when no one expected it. Knox, a vigilante with a past that drips guilt and obsession, so fiercely protective he might burn down his entire world just to keep Thistle safe. Their chemistry, their desperation, the way they circle her, sometimes suffocate her, always love her! It’s raw. It’s brutal. And when ghosts show up from Knox’s past, dragging up all the venom, oh gods, that throwdown of past sins vs present stitches……it nearly broke me.
The plot is dark. Twisted. Obsessive. Possessive. But also full of moments of trembling hope. The enemies to lovers edges, the scent matches, the betrayals, the reclaiming of power, it’s all balanced on a knife’s edge and yet somehow feels like a home forged from fire. The HEA feels earned, seared with blood and tears and redemption. Five stars, no question. This duet is now one of the best omegaverse stories I’ve ever read. If you want love that claws, grovels, protects, and doesn’t know how to be anything less than addictively dark, Psycho Alphas is your chaos cocktail.
October 2, 2025
Omg I simply devoured this book in one sitting! This was such a fantastic story! It was dark and angsty and had me screaming in delight at times. The world building & character development were fleshed out so well. I'm really hoping we see more of these side characters in her future works.
Thistle is my girl. She's feral, but her alphas love her just the way she is & I really love how that was encouraged in this book. Bunny (both of them) were my favorite. Knox's character growth was *chef's kiss* and Rogue... *sigh* don't get me started on that man. He's perfect 👌🏻
So many moments had me cackling in delight because they were just hysterical/perfect while some scenes had me screaming or feeling sick to my stomach - the rollercoaster was wild but I loved every moment of it. And the spice? Had me feeling feral myself 🥵
Marie Mackay continues to be one of my favorite authors. Her omegaverses are dark, gritty, and so full of emotion. Infinity 🌟 stars
Thistle is my girl. She's feral, but her alphas love her just the way she is & I really love how that was encouraged in this book. Bunny (both of them) were my favorite. Knox's character growth was *chef's kiss* and Rogue... *sigh* don't get me started on that man. He's perfect 👌🏻
So many moments had me cackling in delight because they were just hysterical/perfect while some scenes had me screaming or feeling sick to my stomach - the rollercoaster was wild but I loved every moment of it. And the spice? Had me feeling feral myself 🥵
Marie Mackay continues to be one of my favorite authors. Her omegaverses are dark, gritty, and so full of emotion. Infinity 🌟 stars
September 28, 2025
OMG!! I HAVE WAITED SO LONG FOR THIS AND IT WAS WORTH EVERYTHING! This book was hysterically unhinged in the best way!! Thisle was the best in every way. I loved the Alphas and its so hard to say which was my favorite! I want to read this story for the first time over and over again!!
Some of my favorite lines!!
“I think you should know,” Thistle said as she sank back down onto Ace’s lap and finally plucked Bunny from his seat, “your Alpha wet himself… that’s, uh, pretty embarrassing. Just sayin’.”
“I’d un-stuffie you on command.” “Un-stuffie the stuffies, so they can… stuffie you?”
Some of my favorite lines!!
“I think you should know,” Thistle said as she sank back down onto Ace’s lap and finally plucked Bunny from his seat, “your Alpha wet himself… that’s, uh, pretty embarrassing. Just sayin’.”
“I’d un-stuffie you on command.” “Un-stuffie the stuffies, so they can… stuffie you?”
October 5, 2025
Book 2
I love everything about this duet. Thistle is so adorably unhinged you can't help but love her. I was a little disappointed with Ace, but he came around in the end. I liked the dynamic between Knox and Rogue.
I love everything about this duet. Thistle is so adorably unhinged you can't help but love her. I was a little disappointed with Ace, but he came around in the end. I liked the dynamic between Knox and Rogue.
November 21, 2025
Idk. Was not a fan. The third MMC was not redeemable in my opinion. I actually quite hated him, since Queen of Diamonds. Knox and Rogue can stay, and Thistle was the best kind of bat shit crazy… but that man… euuughhh.
September 29, 2025
Really fun continuation of the story. A bit slow at times but picks up towards the middle. I absolutely adore Thistle and Bambi. I hope we get a book about amiss Bambi!
October 19, 2025
This was really difficult to finish, I contemplated dnf’ing a lot and I’m not exactly sure why I didn’t. There were so many moments where I had to take a break because the second hand embarrassment was too much.
Thistle’s insanity amped up a lot in this one and it was a bit much, thankfully though her weird manner of speech she’d developed went away.
I’m well aware of the complexities between Rogue and Knox and their past, but they absolutely had chemistry and to be honest — I’m disappointed nothing developed between them. I actually liked all of Thistle’s Alphas, but I liked Knox the most and was also disappointed in it taking so long for him to join the pack.
Thistle’s insanity amped up a lot in this one and it was a bit much, thankfully though her weird manner of speech she’d developed went away.
I’m well aware of the complexities between Rogue and Knox and their past, but they absolutely had chemistry and to be honest — I’m disappointed nothing developed between them. I actually liked all of Thistle’s Alphas, but I liked Knox the most and was also disappointed in it taking so long for him to join the pack.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 27, 2025
I love Marie Mackay. She is such an incredible author and her books absolutely destroy me every time.
I was lucky enough to be an ARC reader for this book and let me tell you… IT WAS AMAZING. I have been so excited to read the second book and it did not disappoint. Thistle is still unhinged and hilarious. There was definitely some redemption for all of the pack. Thistle finally got her perfect pack.
10/10 recommend
I was lucky enough to be an ARC reader for this book and let me tell you… IT WAS AMAZING. I have been so excited to read the second book and it did not disappoint. Thistle is still unhinged and hilarious. There was definitely some redemption for all of the pack. Thistle finally got her perfect pack.
10/10 recommend
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 15, 2025
⭐️DNF 38% Ace is un-redeemable after his “rough sex” which read like rape from his POV. If he and Thistle had any established safety norms I could count it as CNC, but they don’t. Just because she was happy in her looney tunes way after doesn’t make it ok. I really liked the first book so this is really disappointing.
October 11, 2025
DNF @ 45%. I loved Book One, so I’m pretty disappointed that Book Two didn’t give me that same feeling.
I couldn’t connect AT ALL with Ace as part of the harem, though I don’t know if it really felt like a harem or romance anyway, but he was especially horrible and I hated the scene when he had sex with Thistle. So I knew I wouldn’t want to see any kind of HEA with him at the end.
I honestly also got bored. The harem wasn’t harem-ing, the plot seemed to stall, and I didn’t really feel the same chaos that had me so hooked on Book One. I just didn’t care anymore. *shrug*
I couldn’t connect AT ALL with Ace as part of the harem, though I don’t know if it really felt like a harem or romance anyway, but he was especially horrible and I hated the scene when he had sex with Thistle. So I knew I wouldn’t want to see any kind of HEA with him at the end.
I honestly also got bored. The harem wasn’t harem-ing, the plot seemed to stall, and I didn’t really feel the same chaos that had me so hooked on Book One. I just didn’t care anymore. *shrug*
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 1, 2025
just overdosed on ace maverick cocaine #needthat
October 15, 2025
So wow.... Sorry for taking so long to write this review.... My dumb brain thought "Hey I love almost everything Marie Mackay has ever made poisonverse, let's sign up for this ARC (I got the ARC so thank you a ton) but didn't realize it was a two parts.... So yeah two book reviews for the price of one here I go"
So... Spoilers... Duh...
I just have to say I loved it as a whole... With that said here's my hard truth (aka my opinion).
I was soooo...oooo... confused with bunny (aka 2nd bunny aka Ace) yeah that took me a book and half to finally understand and I still might not know who's who if you gave me a random paragraph...
I also thought this book could have been one book maybe just slightly longer like 450-550 pages instead of two full books. But hey they are great I read / finished both so 👍🏽👍🏽.
I also NEED to say the trigger warnings are as stated but depending on what you read (you know who you are) they might not be as bad so to a non-trigger-reader. -no idea if that sentence makes sense to anyone but me- but with that said I am not a knife play person what so ever.... But for some reason thistle makes unhinged knife love sound less unhinged (aka do not do this at home and books are not real life).
I love thistle. This needs to be said. She takes Marie's other characters and their quirks and shoves them into this tiny terror.... It works and it's great.
I don't know why but these books (aka part 1 & 2) seem a little more unhinged than the rest of the poisonverse.... But hey still read both soooo... 👍🏽👍🏽.
The moral of this random book review that you so happened to stumble upon is as follows:
If you like:
-Omegaverse
-Unhinged love storytelling
-Hurt/comfort to the max
-Needs to grovel but does it their own way
-Trigger warnings overload
-HEA the hard way
-a ton of other positives
-and have actually read the warning and know what you're getting into
Then psycho alphas (part 1 & 2) (along with the majority of books by Marie Mackay) are for you.
I recommend reading these are the other books in the posionverse.
*Yes I got an ARC and was asked to write a review but all thoughts are my own (possibly to the dismay of the author) but I really do love these books but also want people to go into them some what informed. And not be surprised or hurt because they had no idea... Do I do this successfully... I have no idea what so ever but who knows.... Ok bye... ✌🏽
So... Spoilers... Duh...
I just have to say I loved it as a whole... With that said here's my hard truth (aka my opinion).
I was soooo...oooo... confused with bunny (aka 2nd bunny aka Ace) yeah that took me a book and half to finally understand and I still might not know who's who if you gave me a random paragraph...
I also thought this book could have been one book maybe just slightly longer like 450-550 pages instead of two full books. But hey they are great I read / finished both so 👍🏽👍🏽.
I also NEED to say the trigger warnings are as stated but depending on what you read (you know who you are) they might not be as bad so to a non-trigger-reader. -no idea if that sentence makes sense to anyone but me- but with that said I am not a knife play person what so ever.... But for some reason thistle makes unhinged knife love sound less unhinged (aka do not do this at home and books are not real life).
I love thistle. This needs to be said. She takes Marie's other characters and their quirks and shoves them into this tiny terror.... It works and it's great.
I don't know why but these books (aka part 1 & 2) seem a little more unhinged than the rest of the poisonverse.... But hey still read both soooo... 👍🏽👍🏽.
The moral of this random book review that you so happened to stumble upon is as follows:
If you like:
-Omegaverse
-Unhinged love storytelling
-Hurt/comfort to the max
-Needs to grovel but does it their own way
-Trigger warnings overload
-HEA the hard way
-a ton of other positives
-and have actually read the warning and know what you're getting into
Then psycho alphas (part 1 & 2) (along with the majority of books by Marie Mackay) are for you.
I recommend reading these are the other books in the posionverse.
*Yes I got an ARC and was asked to write a review but all thoughts are my own (possibly to the dismay of the author) but I really do love these books but also want people to go into them some what informed. And not be surprised or hurt because they had no idea... Do I do this successfully... I have no idea what so ever but who knows.... Ok bye... ✌🏽
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 28, 2025
Where does one begin with Psycho Alphas: Part Two? If you are someone looking for a good Omegaverse that has a story behind it, mystery, and secrets around every corner, you have come to the right place? Part Two, as in the name, comes after Part One, building up on the story that had already revealed so many mysteries from the beginning. It is a book filled with chapters that will leave you continuing to read to find out what happened.
For a moment let us talk about theming. This is a Dark MFMM Book. It is one that does have darker themes. This does not just include the bedroom though, but also what happens in the present, and the very past of the people you came to know and love from Part One. The book explores an array of more sensitive topics but handles them in a fashion that paints the story of how these characters developed. It is a book that handles Dark in a way that it is nice to read and not trying to force it out there. It comes together and flows wonderfully.
Now, let's focus on the characters a moment. Psycho Alphas is filled with a cast of characters who might not be your everyday group of people. It is a group of people that are different with a common person. The saying opposites attract; people are drawn together? Everything comes into play within the pages of this book. The characters work well together building up the story deeper and deeper. They are a chaotic bunch in all of the good ways. Now, the main group is accompanies by an array of side characters that help develop and paint the story, having their own uniqueness and life to bring a spark of something great.
With all of this together, and so much more I would not want to give away in fear of ruining a good book you need to read for yourself, it is an amazing book to read. It is something that is hard to put down and leads you into wondering more. If you are someone who just picked up Psycho Alphas Part 1 and then moved to Part 2, it is something that makes you want to dive into what started the Unhinged series, Queen of Diamonds. If it is your first time with an Omegaverse, the book will lead you wanting to know more and more and take a chance to dive into the world.
Psycho Alphas: Part Two is an amazing book and should be read. I hope everyone can enjoy it as much as I have.
For a moment let us talk about theming. This is a Dark MFMM Book. It is one that does have darker themes. This does not just include the bedroom though, but also what happens in the present, and the very past of the people you came to know and love from Part One. The book explores an array of more sensitive topics but handles them in a fashion that paints the story of how these characters developed. It is a book that handles Dark in a way that it is nice to read and not trying to force it out there. It comes together and flows wonderfully.
Now, let's focus on the characters a moment. Psycho Alphas is filled with a cast of characters who might not be your everyday group of people. It is a group of people that are different with a common person. The saying opposites attract; people are drawn together? Everything comes into play within the pages of this book. The characters work well together building up the story deeper and deeper. They are a chaotic bunch in all of the good ways. Now, the main group is accompanies by an array of side characters that help develop and paint the story, having their own uniqueness and life to bring a spark of something great.
With all of this together, and so much more I would not want to give away in fear of ruining a good book you need to read for yourself, it is an amazing book to read. It is something that is hard to put down and leads you into wondering more. If you are someone who just picked up Psycho Alphas Part 1 and then moved to Part 2, it is something that makes you want to dive into what started the Unhinged series, Queen of Diamonds. If it is your first time with an Omegaverse, the book will lead you wanting to know more and more and take a chance to dive into the world.
Psycho Alphas: Part Two is an amazing book and should be read. I hope everyone can enjoy it as much as I have.
October 5, 2025
Here we go again. Back in the chaos with Thistle and her pack of problems.😵💫 Psycho Alphas: Part One ended on that brutal cliffhanger, so when I heard Part Two was headed our way, I was ready for answers—and Marie Mackay delivered. Finally, some clarity. A lot was happening in the first part, and this one made everything click for me. And bless Marie for the recap at the beginning. Lifesaver.
Watching Thistle build her macabre pack was one of my favorite parts. She was like the Dr. Frankenstein of Omegas. She took the three least-likely Alphas and somehow made it work. It was dark, twisted, and weirdly satisfying. (that's just how my brain works🤷🏻♀️)
Let's talk about Knox and Rogue.🥰 They did it for me. Knox loved Thistle not because of a bond or some fated pull, but because of her. He saw every messy, broken part and still wanted her. He loved Thistle for Thistle, and that made their relationship my absolute favorite. Rogue, on the other hand, was this big, hulking cinnamon roll who happened to be her scent match—but he adored every quirky part of her that made her who she was. Those two gave me everything I wanted emotionally.
Ace, though?😒 I tried, I really did. But he stayed on my nerves from start to finish. Half the time I couldn’t even tell if he liked her or not (and don't get me started on what he did to Glade). He was an absolute tool. Boy, bye 👋
This book was messy, violent, and completely unfiltered—in the best possible way. It’s rough, emotional, and full of characters who make you want to scream and hug them at the same time. I’m going to miss Thistle, Bunny, and her disaster of a pack more than I expected.
✨Thank you to Marie Mackay and her team for the ARC. All unhinged and feral thoughts and opinions are entirely my own.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
HEA? yes
3rd act break-up? no
🌶🌶🌶🌶/5
Watching Thistle build her macabre pack was one of my favorite parts. She was like the Dr. Frankenstein of Omegas. She took the three least-likely Alphas and somehow made it work. It was dark, twisted, and weirdly satisfying. (that's just how my brain works🤷🏻♀️)
Let's talk about Knox and Rogue.🥰 They did it for me. Knox loved Thistle not because of a bond or some fated pull, but because of her. He saw every messy, broken part and still wanted her. He loved Thistle for Thistle, and that made their relationship my absolute favorite. Rogue, on the other hand, was this big, hulking cinnamon roll who happened to be her scent match—but he adored every quirky part of her that made her who she was. Those two gave me everything I wanted emotionally.
Ace, though?😒 I tried, I really did. But he stayed on my nerves from start to finish. Half the time I couldn’t even tell if he liked her or not (and don't get me started on what he did to Glade). He was an absolute tool. Boy, bye 👋
This book was messy, violent, and completely unfiltered—in the best possible way. It’s rough, emotional, and full of characters who make you want to scream and hug them at the same time. I’m going to miss Thistle, Bunny, and her disaster of a pack more than I expected.
✨Thank you to Marie Mackay and her team for the ARC. All unhinged and feral thoughts and opinions are entirely my own.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
HEA? yes
3rd act break-up? no
🌶🌶🌶🌶/5
September 29, 2025
Ok so, I was lucky enough to get the arc of this book and when I tell you I was dying to get my hands on it... I WAS.
First of all, I have read every single omegaverse from Marie, and I freaking love them, no complaints here, ever.
*Safe to say... spoilers ahead (a few without context)*
Second, well let's dive in shall we? Honestly I think I was expecting a bit more, drama, chaos, it is called psycho alphas, after all. It felt a bit too easy, like everything worked itself out too quickly and yeah I get it, is just one book, but I don't know, I needed more angst from Ace, definitely more chapters from his pov since it felt like I was only reading Knox, more blo*d and pain, to sum up: for me, something was missing.
BUT I liked it, A LOT, the way I started to like Ace even when I freaking hated his ass in queen of diamonds, the whole foot thing? Jesus Christ, how inventive of you miss Mackay, and the monopoly dog? I was laughing my ass off, I truly wasn't expecting that. Boy when the whole wrong name thing happened... can't blame thistle at all, honestly that easily could've been me.
A few favorite quotes just because:
"... she was the only reason he still breathed"
"I like cars, doesn't mean I keeled over when Knox crashed my Mercedes"
"pasta it seemed, was the last straw'"
"I paid five million fucking dollars for you, does that count for nothing?
With my money! -Rogue growled"
"You gotta fight for me like Gladiators!"
"He's mine, and if he doesn't get into this pack, you'll never live another day sane"
By the way, I MUST know more about Bambi, and yes I'm manifesting a new book, can't get enough of Marie.
I really enjoyed reading this book, and I'm beyond grateful I could read it before it was released, so if you have the chance to do so, please do, this is a solid four stars read for me.
First of all, I have read every single omegaverse from Marie, and I freaking love them, no complaints here, ever.
*Safe to say... spoilers ahead (a few without context)*
Second, well let's dive in shall we? Honestly I think I was expecting a bit more, drama, chaos, it is called psycho alphas, after all. It felt a bit too easy, like everything worked itself out too quickly and yeah I get it, is just one book, but I don't know, I needed more angst from Ace, definitely more chapters from his pov since it felt like I was only reading Knox, more blo*d and pain, to sum up: for me, something was missing.
BUT I liked it, A LOT, the way I started to like Ace even when I freaking hated his ass in queen of diamonds, the whole foot thing? Jesus Christ, how inventive of you miss Mackay, and the monopoly dog? I was laughing my ass off, I truly wasn't expecting that. Boy when the whole wrong name thing happened... can't blame thistle at all, honestly that easily could've been me.
A few favorite quotes just because:
"... she was the only reason he still breathed"
"I like cars, doesn't mean I keeled over when Knox crashed my Mercedes"
"pasta it seemed, was the last straw'"
"I paid five million fucking dollars for you, does that count for nothing?
With my money! -Rogue growled"
"You gotta fight for me like Gladiators!"
"He's mine, and if he doesn't get into this pack, you'll never live another day sane"
By the way, I MUST know more about Bambi, and yes I'm manifesting a new book, can't get enough of Marie.
I really enjoyed reading this book, and I'm beyond grateful I could read it before it was released, so if you have the chance to do so, please do, this is a solid four stars read for me.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 17, 2025
This is an absolutely fantastic ending to the duet!
Thistle always wanted a pack of alphas to love her. Now, she is closer than she has ever been with Rogue, Knox, and Bunny. None of her alphas are perfect, but she loves that they are as twisted as she is. Unfortunately, there are other people who are threatening her happy ending. Bella, the omega from Knox's past, wants Knox for her own. And Knox's past actions are coming back to haunt him. But Thistle does not react well to the threat of losing any of her alphas and the ones behind the threats may find out just how feral she can be.
I absolutely love Thistle! She is unhinged in the best possible way and I love how we get to see some of that unleashed in this book. I love how she can be crazy, bratty, sweet, and tender and she is fiercely loyal to her alphas. While part one left me feeling unsure about some of the alphas, this book dragged me over to loving all three of them. They are all such good matches for Thistle and they each had unique relationships and dynamics with her. I loved seeing how they reluctantly formed platonic bonds between the three of them. Knox and Rogue were especially hilarious with their bromance moments. The machinations and plotting leading up to the main conflict were absolutely beautiful and I loved how there were hints that you don't necessarily put together until everything happens. I am so glad that the pack got their happy ending and I really enjoyed the cameo from the author's other book. Definitely a five star read, but check the triggers!
Thistle always wanted a pack of alphas to love her. Now, she is closer than she has ever been with Rogue, Knox, and Bunny. None of her alphas are perfect, but she loves that they are as twisted as she is. Unfortunately, there are other people who are threatening her happy ending. Bella, the omega from Knox's past, wants Knox for her own. And Knox's past actions are coming back to haunt him. But Thistle does not react well to the threat of losing any of her alphas and the ones behind the threats may find out just how feral she can be.
I absolutely love Thistle! She is unhinged in the best possible way and I love how we get to see some of that unleashed in this book. I love how she can be crazy, bratty, sweet, and tender and she is fiercely loyal to her alphas. While part one left me feeling unsure about some of the alphas, this book dragged me over to loving all three of them. They are all such good matches for Thistle and they each had unique relationships and dynamics with her. I loved seeing how they reluctantly formed platonic bonds between the three of them. Knox and Rogue were especially hilarious with their bromance moments. The machinations and plotting leading up to the main conflict were absolutely beautiful and I loved how there were hints that you don't necessarily put together until everything happens. I am so glad that the pack got their happy ending and I really enjoyed the cameo from the author's other book. Definitely a five star read, but check the triggers!
September 29, 2025
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“Psycho Alphas: Part 2” by Marie Mackay
Series: Psycho Alphas Duet
Genre: Dark Romance Omegaverse (an unhinged reverse harem)
POV: Multi
Rating: 5⭐️
Spice: 5🌶️
Darkness: 5🩶
Highlights:
🖤Why Choose MFMM
🖤3 Morally Grey Alpha MMCs
🖤Psychologically Confused Omega FMC
🖤Size Difference
🖤Soul Mates/Scent Matches
🖤BD$M
🖤Heats/Ruts/Knots/Bites/Bonds
Thoughts:
This was so quirky and super dark but you will absolutely love the unhinged Thistle and her Bunny. Even though she was super broken and nested using a knife, she was finally settling in with the love of her pack mates. The different hierarchy posturing between her mates, kept things fresh and her ability to send Ace feral was hilarious. While she was Soul Matched to Ace and Scent Matched to Rogue, I loved Knox the best, as he loved her even without a fated match. They definitely get their revenge on the trafficking group after a few tense and dangerous situations- but they were such heinous people, you couldn’t help but cheer on these vigilantes. There was quite a lot of spice in this story, and a bit of BD$M, but it worked well in the storytelling. You will love the dark humour in this duet, it was a shockingly great story that I absolutely loved!
🛑Please read all the author warnings as themes and events in this book could be triggering. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
“Psycho Alphas: Part 2” by Marie Mackay
Series: Psycho Alphas Duet
Genre: Dark Romance Omegaverse (an unhinged reverse harem)
POV: Multi
Rating: 5⭐️
Spice: 5🌶️
Darkness: 5🩶
Highlights:
🖤Why Choose MFMM
🖤3 Morally Grey Alpha MMCs
🖤Psychologically Confused Omega FMC
🖤Size Difference
🖤Soul Mates/Scent Matches
🖤BD$M
🖤Heats/Ruts/Knots/Bites/Bonds
Thoughts:
This was so quirky and super dark but you will absolutely love the unhinged Thistle and her Bunny. Even though she was super broken and nested using a knife, she was finally settling in with the love of her pack mates. The different hierarchy posturing between her mates, kept things fresh and her ability to send Ace feral was hilarious. While she was Soul Matched to Ace and Scent Matched to Rogue, I loved Knox the best, as he loved her even without a fated match. They definitely get their revenge on the trafficking group after a few tense and dangerous situations- but they were such heinous people, you couldn’t help but cheer on these vigilantes. There was quite a lot of spice in this story, and a bit of BD$M, but it worked well in the storytelling. You will love the dark humour in this duet, it was a shockingly great story that I absolutely loved!
🛑Please read all the author warnings as themes and events in this book could be triggering. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
September 29, 2025
🩷“They needed to fight it out. I could soothe them after. Besides, if it was wrong, it wouldn’t be so sexy to watch.”🩷
ARC Review - Release date October 2nd
💜Okay, We have been waiting for it and it BRINGS IT! This conclusion to Thistle’s story exceeds all expectations! All the dark humor of part one but amped UP! I adore Thistle’s inner monologue so much! And these pack dynamics do not disappoint.
What’s inside?
🩷Dark Omegaverse
🩷MFMM
🩷Feral Alphas
🩷Non Con / dub con
🩷Spanking as punishment
🩷Size Difference
🩷Nesting
🩷Touch starved omega
🩷Brawling Alphas (and she loves it)
Overall vibes?
💜Dark and deranged with a twisty sense of humor
🩷I really enjoy Marie Mackay’s story-telling. She does a really great job of pulling you into the story and keeping you so emotionally invested, whether that is feeling anxious for the characters or giggling with glee over their antics. There are SO MANY amazing quotes and riotous moments that I want to share but since I don’t want to spoil anything you are just going to have to find them for yourself. Keep your eyes peeled for idioms that Thistle cannot manage to get fully correct. 😂
💎If you have not read Queen of Diamonds I definitely recommend it! Not only is it fantastic (my personal first Marie Mackay) but it will provide a richer reading experience for this duet. Not required, but definitely recommended!
I was gifted a copy of this book by the author. My opinions are my own. Thank you!
ARC Review - Release date October 2nd
💜Okay, We have been waiting for it and it BRINGS IT! This conclusion to Thistle’s story exceeds all expectations! All the dark humor of part one but amped UP! I adore Thistle’s inner monologue so much! And these pack dynamics do not disappoint.
What’s inside?
🩷Dark Omegaverse
🩷MFMM
🩷Feral Alphas
🩷Non Con / dub con
🩷Spanking as punishment
🩷Size Difference
🩷Nesting
🩷Touch starved omega
🩷Brawling Alphas (and she loves it)
Overall vibes?
💜Dark and deranged with a twisty sense of humor
🩷I really enjoy Marie Mackay’s story-telling. She does a really great job of pulling you into the story and keeping you so emotionally invested, whether that is feeling anxious for the characters or giggling with glee over their antics. There are SO MANY amazing quotes and riotous moments that I want to share but since I don’t want to spoil anything you are just going to have to find them for yourself. Keep your eyes peeled for idioms that Thistle cannot manage to get fully correct. 😂
💎If you have not read Queen of Diamonds I definitely recommend it! Not only is it fantastic (my personal first Marie Mackay) but it will provide a richer reading experience for this duet. Not required, but definitely recommended!
I was gifted a copy of this book by the author. My opinions are my own. Thank you!
December 7, 2025
I've loved everything that Marie has done, and I did like book one in this duet and liked parts of this one, but I had to muscle through it. The prose is just all over the place and there is just so much omegaverse deeper lore stuff here that honestly just confused me (I was confused a bit in book 1 too but I thought it was because I was listening to audio). Part of it is that the characters themselves are so unhinged and crazy that their POVs are incoherent and scattered chaos because that's how the characters think. Love it conceptually, but it did make it harder for me to stay connected. And i also love how complex Marie's broader OV world building is- she's taken the genre and make it more complex and nuance. her books always feel FRESH. But at the same time, sometimes it feels less accesoible/digestible because the broader world is so densely complex. In other books the characters can explain it/break it down, but add in crazy characters who aren't always coherent themselves and them trying to make meaning of that AND make meaning of it for the reader? Yeh, it was hard to follow at times. And it also felt too long because of that. All in all, I still LOVE this duet in theory and the characters and OV dynamic are SOOO cool and unique. But I just struggled to stay "in" this one- took me weeks to finish. I'm going to repeat when it's out on audio to see if I can get grabbed that way.
October 3, 2025
THIS BOOK IS SO GOOD!!!!!
I’m not sure what I was expecting, but wow, I was completely blown away. Marie Mackay has long been one of my favorite authors, but with Psycho Alphas Part 2, she’s officially moved into my top 3. There’s just so much to love about this book.
First of all, it’s hilarious and incredibly heartwarming despite these characters being unhinged. I definitely caught myself smiling at my phone like a total creep more than once. And let’s talk about the steam: the stream is seriously spicy in the best way possible. I’m a sucker for Rogue’s huge size difference with Thistle. But im equally obsessed with all 3 Thistle’s alphas and I honestly can’t pick a favorite. It changes with every new chapter. The character development was on point, especially with Ace. I wasn’t sure how his redemption arc would play out, but Marie handled it so well. There wasn’t instant forgiveness, it was earned. Everyone put in the work to right their wrongs, and it made their growth so much more meaningful.
I especially loved how the alphas gradually came together, learning to trust and support each other until they truly became a team. I’m just so happy for Thistle and her guys and I couldn’t have asked for a better ending.
I adored this book from start to finish. Thank you, Marie, for giving us another unforgettable story
I’m not sure what I was expecting, but wow, I was completely blown away. Marie Mackay has long been one of my favorite authors, but with Psycho Alphas Part 2, she’s officially moved into my top 3. There’s just so much to love about this book.
First of all, it’s hilarious and incredibly heartwarming despite these characters being unhinged. I definitely caught myself smiling at my phone like a total creep more than once. And let’s talk about the steam: the stream is seriously spicy in the best way possible. I’m a sucker for Rogue’s huge size difference with Thistle. But im equally obsessed with all 3 Thistle’s alphas and I honestly can’t pick a favorite. It changes with every new chapter. The character development was on point, especially with Ace. I wasn’t sure how his redemption arc would play out, but Marie handled it so well. There wasn’t instant forgiveness, it was earned. Everyone put in the work to right their wrongs, and it made their growth so much more meaningful.
I especially loved how the alphas gradually came together, learning to trust and support each other until they truly became a team. I’m just so happy for Thistle and her guys and I couldn’t have asked for a better ending.
I adored this book from start to finish. Thank you, Marie, for giving us another unforgettable story
October 8, 2025
With Bunny’s return Thistle believes her pack complete. The only problem is Knox was forced to bite his scent match and join her pack. Bella will stop at nothing to take him while Thistle will fight to the death to break that bond. He belongs to her as much as her other Alphas.
I waited so (im)patiently for this book that I read it every spare minute I had. I love Thistle. Her chaos was just so entertaining. And wow this book began with such a bang picking up right where part one left off. But it did taper out as the three alphas and thistle found a new norm with each other. While there were some dark elements in this book I found it less than the first one. There was a lot of spice though in this part. I did feel that the last third seemed rushed and the big climatic fight just seemed so unimportant. The big bad they were all worried about seemed to barely make an impact and left as fast as he came. While I loved the pack got their messy HEA, I feel that kinda impacted the end for me. But there was redemption with a pack reunion after the epilogues and I absolutely loved it. Oh and I would like to see more of Bambi or the other outcasts. (sorry I can't remember what they were called and my son is on my tablet lol)
Rating 4 stars
*I received a review copy from the author for my voluntary and honest review
I waited so (im)patiently for this book that I read it every spare minute I had. I love Thistle. Her chaos was just so entertaining. And wow this book began with such a bang picking up right where part one left off. But it did taper out as the three alphas and thistle found a new norm with each other. While there were some dark elements in this book I found it less than the first one. There was a lot of spice though in this part. I did feel that the last third seemed rushed and the big climatic fight just seemed so unimportant. The big bad they were all worried about seemed to barely make an impact and left as fast as he came. While I loved the pack got their messy HEA, I feel that kinda impacted the end for me. But there was redemption with a pack reunion after the epilogues and I absolutely loved it. Oh and I would like to see more of Bambi or the other outcasts. (sorry I can't remember what they were called and my son is on my tablet lol)
Rating 4 stars
*I received a review copy from the author for my voluntary and honest review
October 8, 2025
🌟 4.25
Still good, but it didn’t live up to my expectations following the first. Admittedly, those were sky high.
I thoroughly enjoyed the crazy. It was a funny type of twisted, seeing the Alphas jostle for position, be physically violent with each other for funsies, curry favour with their omega, be brought down low by her too, all the good psycho stuff.
Plot wise - not as good as I’d hoped. Sometimes with an unexpected and erratic beginning like book one, those random patterns and thinking and ideas crescendo into this beautiful cacophony of a story that is just masterful. Book 2 was entertaining and interesting, and we got some action, but I didn’t get that huge wow factor I was looking for.
I liked seeing Thistle bloom. I cackled every time the men jockeyed for power, or when Thistle had to discipline them. Ace was a psycho who was sufficiently reined in. I loved Knox’s story. His was the first in a long time where someone denied their scent match for another of their own choice. Rogue..well he looked like a mountain, was branded a psycho, but behaved like an old man with trigger happy tendencies.
These characters were unhinged but tamed. I loved that they were unconventional. I still loved that the story as a whole was very different to most omegaverse. An entertaining read.
Still good, but it didn’t live up to my expectations following the first. Admittedly, those were sky high.
I thoroughly enjoyed the crazy. It was a funny type of twisted, seeing the Alphas jostle for position, be physically violent with each other for funsies, curry favour with their omega, be brought down low by her too, all the good psycho stuff.
Plot wise - not as good as I’d hoped. Sometimes with an unexpected and erratic beginning like book one, those random patterns and thinking and ideas crescendo into this beautiful cacophony of a story that is just masterful. Book 2 was entertaining and interesting, and we got some action, but I didn’t get that huge wow factor I was looking for.
I liked seeing Thistle bloom. I cackled every time the men jockeyed for power, or when Thistle had to discipline them. Ace was a psycho who was sufficiently reined in. I loved Knox’s story. His was the first in a long time where someone denied their scent match for another of their own choice. Rogue..well he looked like a mountain, was branded a psycho, but behaved like an old man with trigger happy tendencies.
These characters were unhinged but tamed. I loved that they were unconventional. I still loved that the story as a whole was very different to most omegaverse. An entertaining read.
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