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Honeyridge Falls #1
Knot on the Market
One runaway actress, three unexpected alphas, and a house that’s literally falling apart.
I bought the cottage sight unseen after my life imploded across every gossip site. One bad breakup, a million headlines, and suddenly I was on a one-way trip to Honeyridge Falls.
I didn’t know the first thing about small-town living. Or fixing up an actual house.
But I was determined to figure it out on my own.
No drama. No mates. No cameras.
Just me, a crumbling porch, and a to-do list that keeps getting longer.
Fix the roof. Paint the walls. Avoid alphas.
Definitely don’t fall for anyone.
Then I try to reheat a casserole, nearly burn the place down, and realize I might not be the DIY queen I imagined.
Enter three alphas with toolbelts, teasing smiles, and far too much patience.
Callum, the gruff, steady lumberman who teaches me how to use a hammer without judgment.
Julian, the quiet accountant who prefers books to people but somehow sees straight through me.
Dean, the cinnamon-sweet firefighter with a crooked smile and a habit of showing up when I need him most. Usually shirtless.
I didn’t come here to fall in love. But when a surprise heat hits and they’re the ones who catch me, everything changes.
Fixing a broken heart wasn’t on my to-do list. Until they showed up.
A cozy, why choose, steamy, small-town omegaverse romance filled with slow-burn chemistry, a burned casserole, cinnamon-roll alphas, and the kind of pack that makes your heart ache in all the best ways. This is a standalone romance with heat, heart, and a guaranteed HEA.
I bought the cottage sight unseen after my life imploded across every gossip site. One bad breakup, a million headlines, and suddenly I was on a one-way trip to Honeyridge Falls.
I didn’t know the first thing about small-town living. Or fixing up an actual house.
But I was determined to figure it out on my own.
No drama. No mates. No cameras.
Just me, a crumbling porch, and a to-do list that keeps getting longer.
Fix the roof. Paint the walls. Avoid alphas.
Definitely don’t fall for anyone.
Then I try to reheat a casserole, nearly burn the place down, and realize I might not be the DIY queen I imagined.
Enter three alphas with toolbelts, teasing smiles, and far too much patience.
Callum, the gruff, steady lumberman who teaches me how to use a hammer without judgment.
Julian, the quiet accountant who prefers books to people but somehow sees straight through me.
Dean, the cinnamon-sweet firefighter with a crooked smile and a habit of showing up when I need him most. Usually shirtless.
I didn’t come here to fall in love. But when a surprise heat hits and they’re the ones who catch me, everything changes.
Fixing a broken heart wasn’t on my to-do list. Until they showed up.
A cozy, why choose, steamy, small-town omegaverse romance filled with slow-burn chemistry, a burned casserole, cinnamon-roll alphas, and the kind of pack that makes your heart ache in all the best ways. This is a standalone romance with heat, heart, and a guaranteed HEA.
371 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 18, 2025
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March 11, 2026
Cute but repetitive and a little too shallow for me. I’ll be passing on more from this author for now.
August 26, 2025
good bones needs some more editing
It’s a cute story but I think it could be improved with another pass of editing! There’s a scene where the characters names are swapped & the time line is a bit blurry (ie “it’s been four days since” turns into “last night”) but otherwise it’s just some spelling errors that aren’t awful and don’t occur too much. As for the plot. BUT it’s stressed how badly Lila wants to learn things to be independent & she just gives up so quickly? Like you demanded they help teach you how to fix the porch yet every time said porch is being worked on she’s inside or talking with a different mmc. Obviously we don’t need in depth repetitive fails, but I feel like her only “success” is overshadowed by negativity and we never get to see her & her pack celebrate her accomplishments she’s made on her strive for independence.
My only other plot complaints involve Lila’s fame. She escapes to a small town and she’s hoping to fly under the radar but she doesn’t change her last name. She also doesn’t do anything to alter her appearance. It makes sense that some younger people in the town recognize her without an introduction, but even with the small town of nosy neighbors they sure try to stay away from her fame. No one mentions it. Even near the end there’s just “my movie” and no one reacts which was just weird to me. Along with the award ceremony it’s never introduced who accepts the awards just “he” but if her presence was expected and she was apart of the winning film why doesn’t she also go on stage?
This is also just personal preference but not a real critique, I do wish the ex pack was brought up significantly less the further their relationship evolves. I feel like she compares everything to her exes which in the beginning I totally understand. But she’s still comparing the same things as if they’ve never happened to her before when in reality they just had that conversation two weeks earlier. I think the reference of “my former pack” that you see Julian use would also be a good way to reference her previous pack. Other wise even “ex” but it feels like Lila’s old pack lives rent free with how much she brings them up in comparison to her new relationship
It’s a cute story but I think it could be improved with another pass of editing! There’s a scene where the characters names are swapped & the time line is a bit blurry (ie “it’s been four days since” turns into “last night”) but otherwise it’s just some spelling errors that aren’t awful and don’t occur too much. As for the plot. BUT it’s stressed how badly Lila wants to learn things to be independent & she just gives up so quickly? Like you demanded they help teach you how to fix the porch yet every time said porch is being worked on she’s inside or talking with a different mmc. Obviously we don’t need in depth repetitive fails, but I feel like her only “success” is overshadowed by negativity and we never get to see her & her pack celebrate her accomplishments she’s made on her strive for independence.
My only other plot complaints involve Lila’s fame. She escapes to a small town and she’s hoping to fly under the radar but she doesn’t change her last name. She also doesn’t do anything to alter her appearance. It makes sense that some younger people in the town recognize her without an introduction, but even with the small town of nosy neighbors they sure try to stay away from her fame. No one mentions it. Even near the end there’s just “my movie” and no one reacts which was just weird to me. Along with the award ceremony it’s never introduced who accepts the awards just “he” but if her presence was expected and she was apart of the winning film why doesn’t she also go on stage?
This is also just personal preference but not a real critique, I do wish the ex pack was brought up significantly less the further their relationship evolves. I feel like she compares everything to her exes which in the beginning I totally understand. But she’s still comparing the same things as if they’ve never happened to her before when in reality they just had that conversation two weeks earlier. I think the reference of “my former pack” that you see Julian use would also be a good way to reference her previous pack. Other wise even “ex” but it feels like Lila’s old pack lives rent free with how much she brings them up in comparison to her new relationship
October 5, 2025
This was a cute story but it definitely needed more editing. A lot of dialogue and our FMCs inner thoughts felt repetitive. It was also stressed from the beginning how she wanted to be independent and do everything by herself but she gave that up so quickly after meeting the MMCs 😂 I understand that it was more about her asking for help and realising that she didn’t need to go at it alone but if that’s the case then don’t make it so in your face about her needing to be independent.
It also bugged me how much she compared everything to her ex pack. Move on, they’re exes for a reason and you’ve got 3 guys completely head of heels for you here.
But it’s an easy read if you overlook the need for editing and repetitive sentences. Very low angst and cute small time vibes.
It also bugged me how much she compared everything to her ex pack. Move on, they’re exes for a reason and you’ve got 3 guys completely head of heels for you here.
But it’s an easy read if you overlook the need for editing and repetitive sentences. Very low angst and cute small time vibes.
February 25, 2026
This book was a painful read. It desperately needs an editor and the author needs to learn some new phrases or something. It was so repetitive I searched the book to see how often certain words were being used:
“There’s something” - 73 (73 times?? That’s literally every handful of pages, this is not a long book)
“Suggests” - 71
“Feels like” - 47
“Somehow” - 37
“In a way” - 32
I understood the kind of whimsical vibe the author was going for, but it felt too try hard and got annoying fast. Like, at one point the mmc notices she’s wearing an oversized shirt to do house work and says “there’s something endearing about how she’s claimed this town as her own with that simple piece of clothing.” Like come onnnnn it’s literally just a shirt. She’s been in town for not even a week. You’ve met her like 3 times max. She’s barely even ventured in to town at this point, she definitely hasn’t “claimed it.”
I got maybe 25% in and had to call it quits 😒
“There’s something” - 73 (73 times?? That’s literally every handful of pages, this is not a long book)
“Suggests” - 71
“Feels like” - 47
“Somehow” - 37
“In a way” - 32
I understood the kind of whimsical vibe the author was going for, but it felt too try hard and got annoying fast. Like, at one point the mmc notices she’s wearing an oversized shirt to do house work and says “there’s something endearing about how she’s claimed this town as her own with that simple piece of clothing.” Like come onnnnn it’s literally just a shirt. She’s been in town for not even a week. You’ve met her like 3 times max. She’s barely even ventured in to town at this point, she definitely hasn’t “claimed it.”
I got maybe 25% in and had to call it quits 😒
December 9, 2025
Very cute.
Retired Hollywood actress moves into a tiny town buying a house site unseen. Three very different alphas take notice and it’s so cute.
Retired Hollywood actress moves into a tiny town buying a house site unseen. Three very different alphas take notice and it’s so cute.
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February 28, 2026DNF 30%
This could’ve been good with some HEAVY editing. I can’t keep reading the same thoughts and repeated sentences over and over. Also not a fan of the pack of MMCs not being pre-established. This world also has an established 3 alpha pairing rule so I didn’t understand the beef the each guy had over the others spending time with her. Meh.
This could’ve been good with some HEAVY editing. I can’t keep reading the same thoughts and repeated sentences over and over. Also not a fan of the pack of MMCs not being pre-established. This world also has an established 3 alpha pairing rule so I didn’t understand the beef the each guy had over the others spending time with her. Meh.
August 8, 2025
This Omegaverse story had a lot going for it—an engaging premise, solid pacing, and enough intrigue to keep me turning the pages. I’m definitely planning to read the next book in the series, but there were a few bumps that pulled me out of the immersion.
📚 Worldbuilding Wobble in the Opening
The book opens by comparing secondary dynamics (Alpha, Beta, Omega) to being left-handed or introverted. While I get that it’s meant to normalize the concept, the analogy doesn’t hold up under scrutiny. Traits like introversion aren’t purely genetic, whereas Omegaverse dynamics are typically framed as biological and hormonal—more akin to sex-based traits. It muddies the logic of the worldbuilding, especially for readers who like a clear internal consistency.
🛠 Independence ≠ Doing It All Yourself
There’s a recurring idea that being independent means you must do everything alone—right down to fixing your own doorknob. In today’s world, independence often means knowing when to DIY and when to call in backup (or just watch a YouTube tutorial). The FMC’s choice to use a hair tie instead of just replacing the knob felt unnecessarily performative rather than practical.
🌸 Timeline and Motivation Questions
There’s a moment early on when Julian sends flowers to Lila before they’ve officially met, and it’s unclear what prompted the gesture. The author explains this later, but Lila’s internal reaction at the time doesn’t match the timeline—it reads as inconsistent with the events.
🌀 Repetitive Phrasing
Some lines show up multiple times across the book—almost verbatim. For example:
“Like someone actually lives here instead of camping out” appears on pages 22, 84, and 86.
“Without requiring emergency services” is used nearly word-for-word on pages 42 and 60.
These repetitions stood out and gave the writing a slightly unpolished feel.
🥡 Details that Didn’t Quite Add Up
A stir-fry scene implies raw vegetables despite cooking. Minor, but noticeable.
The FMC is said to be on the deed of her previous home, so how exactly was she evicted? This legal contradiction was never really addressed.
She insists on being independent but needs to be driven to the furniture shop and can’t carry smaller items herself. It felt at odds with her characterization.
Despite these issues, the characters were likable, and the emotional beats landed well. I enjoyed the foundation enough to continue the series, but I hope future installments tighten the logic and avoid repeating phrases. There's potential here—it just needs a bit more polish.
📚 Worldbuilding Wobble in the Opening
The book opens by comparing secondary dynamics (Alpha, Beta, Omega) to being left-handed or introverted. While I get that it’s meant to normalize the concept, the analogy doesn’t hold up under scrutiny. Traits like introversion aren’t purely genetic, whereas Omegaverse dynamics are typically framed as biological and hormonal—more akin to sex-based traits. It muddies the logic of the worldbuilding, especially for readers who like a clear internal consistency.
🛠 Independence ≠ Doing It All Yourself
There’s a recurring idea that being independent means you must do everything alone—right down to fixing your own doorknob. In today’s world, independence often means knowing when to DIY and when to call in backup (or just watch a YouTube tutorial). The FMC’s choice to use a hair tie instead of just replacing the knob felt unnecessarily performative rather than practical.
🌸 Timeline and Motivation Questions
There’s a moment early on when Julian sends flowers to Lila before they’ve officially met, and it’s unclear what prompted the gesture. The author explains this later, but Lila’s internal reaction at the time doesn’t match the timeline—it reads as inconsistent with the events.
🌀 Repetitive Phrasing
Some lines show up multiple times across the book—almost verbatim. For example:
“Like someone actually lives here instead of camping out” appears on pages 22, 84, and 86.
“Without requiring emergency services” is used nearly word-for-word on pages 42 and 60.
These repetitions stood out and gave the writing a slightly unpolished feel.
🥡 Details that Didn’t Quite Add Up
A stir-fry scene implies raw vegetables despite cooking. Minor, but noticeable.
The FMC is said to be on the deed of her previous home, so how exactly was she evicted? This legal contradiction was never really addressed.
She insists on being independent but needs to be driven to the furniture shop and can’t carry smaller items herself. It felt at odds with her characterization.
Despite these issues, the characters were likable, and the emotional beats landed well. I enjoyed the foundation enough to continue the series, but I hope future installments tighten the logic and avoid repeating phrases. There's potential here—it just needs a bit more polish.
December 13, 2025
2.5-3⭐️ I’ve been reading alot of OV books lately but didn’t love this one. The first half had promise where I could feel the longing. But I feel like once they all got together, there was no more heat or tension. It got repetitive and was a lot of talking without actually seeing the bond between them. For example, there was a life-changing night where the bond became real for them all and it went from all 3 guys reaching for the FMC at the end of a chapter and then it was morning and you didn’t get to read anything about this great moment. And I didn’t love the FMC. I loved all the boys, but she seemed like a child IMO. I don’t think I’ll read the next.
August 24, 2025
Inconsistencies that took away from the story - she wants to be independent and do the work but then watches from inside. Did they ever fix up the house?
More telling than showing us the relationship developing.
More telling than showing us the relationship developing.
October 1, 2025
Good start to a series
This was a good start to a series. There's a few things that could definitely be improved up on, but overall one of the better cozy Omegaverse books I've read (and I've been in a bit of mood lately lol).
The things that I think could be improved up on are -
• filling in some missing plot points - Lila was on the deed for her mansion, but was thrown out by her pack. Ni mention of how the assets were divided or what happened there. Also, does she not have a lawyer who could have figured things out for her?
• repetitive phrasing that is pretty obvious - there were certain phrases that were repeated over and over. Finding different ways to say things would read a lot better
• some character depths - while the characters were pretty good and well rounded, some additional details could have been added that would have really added to the story. Back stories for Callum and Devon especially beyond the one sentence or vague references would have added a lot. Julian was almost written as a Dom in some of his thoughts/feelings, but the control never followed through. Also, the guys POVs focused a lot on the others' knots which personally I love but it was without any
This was a good start to a series. There's a few things that could definitely be improved up on, but overall one of the better cozy Omegaverse books I've read (and I've been in a bit of mood lately lol).
The things that I think could be improved up on are -
• filling in some missing plot points - Lila was on the deed for her mansion, but was thrown out by her pack. Ni mention of how the assets were divided or what happened there. Also, does she not have a lawyer who could have figured things out for her?
• repetitive phrasing that is pretty obvious - there were certain phrases that were repeated over and over. Finding different ways to say things would read a lot better
• some character depths - while the characters were pretty good and well rounded, some additional details could have been added that would have really added to the story. Back stories for Callum and Devon especially beyond the one sentence or vague references would have added a lot. Julian was almost written as a Dom in some of his thoughts/feelings, but the control never followed through. Also, the guys POVs focused a lot on the others' knots which personally I love but it was without any
July 18, 2025
Great Debut but Missing Something
3.5 stars. I gravitate towards omegaverse books because there’s almost always guaranteed to be queer representation. Even when the main characters are straight, there are usually side characters who are queer. Considering the origins of the genre, it stood out to me that the only relationship dynamic we get in this book is straight.
That’s my only real issue, it’s just a big one for me. I liked the storyline and the characters, enjoyed the cozy vibes, and the level of spice and angst was on point. I may read another book by this author because I think they have talent, but I hope there will be more inclusion in the next one.
3.5 stars. I gravitate towards omegaverse books because there’s almost always guaranteed to be queer representation. Even when the main characters are straight, there are usually side characters who are queer. Considering the origins of the genre, it stood out to me that the only relationship dynamic we get in this book is straight.
That’s my only real issue, it’s just a big one for me. I liked the storyline and the characters, enjoyed the cozy vibes, and the level of spice and angst was on point. I may read another book by this author because I think they have talent, but I hope there will be more inclusion in the next one.
August 2, 2025
I really feel like the story had a lot of promise. And I didn’t hate this book. But my big issue was that there were so many repetitive sentences. In one page, we have one of the main characters walk in the room and he asks are you OK? It looks like your dog got run over and then not even five sentences later that exact same question is asked as if it hadn’t just been asked. And it really pulled me out of the story because it happened more than once. Not only that but it felt like we didn’t get nearly enough interaction between the characters, versus them each, having individual thoughts about each other and not actively interacting with each other.
September 8, 2025
Love!!
I absolutely loved this book. The chemistry the way the story flowed and all the between! This omega and her alphas were written so beautifully. I loved reading about her and how she bloomed through her journey and how each alpha grew and was excepted into the pack. They all fit together so well, it’s adorable and cute and I just loved it. It’s a good I will gladly read again. And gosh the end of the book was probably my favorite!
I absolutely loved this book. The chemistry the way the story flowed and all the between! This omega and her alphas were written so beautifully. I loved reading about her and how she bloomed through her journey and how each alpha grew and was excepted into the pack. They all fit together so well, it’s adorable and cute and I just loved it. It’s a good I will gladly read again. And gosh the end of the book was probably my favorite!
February 5, 2026
Another Amazing Omegaverse Romance
This was another amazingly written story about three very different alphas who fall head over heels for Lila, a former movie star. Lila came to town to figure out how to be independent and function on her own. She tried so hard to learn how to do so many things herself with a little help from some very sweet alphas. Julian, Dean and Callum don’t know what hit them. They make a fantastic team!
This was another amazingly written story about three very different alphas who fall head over heels for Lila, a former movie star. Lila came to town to figure out how to be independent and function on her own. She tried so hard to learn how to do so many things herself with a little help from some very sweet alphas. Julian, Dean and Callum don’t know what hit them. They make a fantastic team!
August 10, 2025
This was a cute cozy omegaverse story. Loved the slow burn as well as the sexiness. These characters all fit together. While it was a cute story it bothered me here were so many references to Lila’s scent. It seemed a little repetitive. Other than that it was a great story and I was surprised it was a debut and can’t wait for more in the series.
August 27, 2025
Could KNOT put down!
Knot on the Market was a lovely, warm and cozy novel perfect for a stormy day. Reading about Lila, an omega who has been hurt by her last pack find her own way in a new town was inspiring. Her love interests Julian, Callum and Dean were adorable Alphas with hearts of gold.
Knot on the Market was a lovely, warm and cozy novel perfect for a stormy day. Reading about Lila, an omega who has been hurt by her last pack find her own way in a new town was inspiring. Her love interests Julian, Callum and Dean were adorable Alphas with hearts of gold.
February 26, 2026
loved it!
I loved how all the main characters were on their own emotional journey. Each character felt vivid and real. I was rooting for everyone’s happiness. The small town setting with helpful neighbors makes me glad this is a series. Every moment feels hard won and worth it. The steamy sex scenes add to the emotional intimacy.
I loved how all the main characters were on their own emotional journey. Each character felt vivid and real. I was rooting for everyone’s happiness. The small town setting with helpful neighbors makes me glad this is a series. Every moment feels hard won and worth it. The steamy sex scenes add to the emotional intimacy.
March 15, 2026
Good Read
I really loved this book. It had a super sweet and fluffy story and was just what I needed to read. I loved watching the characters journeys and it gave me a really satisfied feeling at the end. I’m looking forward to reading more books in the series and would recommend this one.
I really loved this book. It had a super sweet and fluffy story and was just what I needed to read. I loved watching the characters journeys and it gave me a really satisfied feeling at the end. I’m looking forward to reading more books in the series and would recommend this one.
July 25, 2025
Story 2.75⭐️ Spice 2.5🌶️
A lot of repeated sentences. The inner dialogue is long winded and goes in circles. It’s 90% of the story. There is very little dialogue between characters. The author is always telling us instead of showing us. Very little actually happens, it’s pretty boring.
A lot of repeated sentences. The inner dialogue is long winded and goes in circles. It’s 90% of the story. There is very little dialogue between characters. The author is always telling us instead of showing us. Very little actually happens, it’s pretty boring.
July 26, 2025
Cozy feels for days
Super sweet cozy read. Amazing characters that are emotionally complex with nice arcs. Town dynamics were super wholesome. The author did an awesome job on this as a first book! Solid 4.6
Super sweet cozy read. Amazing characters that are emotionally complex with nice arcs. Town dynamics were super wholesome. The author did an awesome job on this as a first book! Solid 4.6
October 22, 2025
This book is cute but needs some editing! A lot of typos and a lot of repeating things almost it was forgotten that it was said earlier in the page. Overall I enjoyed it but with more editing and adjusting it could be great!
November 4, 2025
From Hollywood to Cozy
Cute omegaverse story featuring a Hollywood star with a very public break up leaving the glitz and glamour for small town cozy. She finds not only herself but men who truly were meant for her.
Cute omegaverse story featuring a Hollywood star with a very public break up leaving the glitz and glamour for small town cozy. She finds not only herself but men who truly were meant for her.
January 11, 2026
Perfekte
I needed a lovely Sunday afternoon read and that is what I got. It was lovely and funny and fun.
Well written and good storytelling. World building was good and the Character development was on point.
Thx
I needed a lovely Sunday afternoon read and that is what I got. It was lovely and funny and fun.
Well written and good storytelling. World building was good and the Character development was on point.
Thx
January 18, 2026
Conditional love to real
Love this story. She was escaping her pack that casted her aside because she was not the omega that pack wanted. Determined to make it on her own she moves to a small town and learns that being independent doesn't mean never asking for help.
Love this story. She was escaping her pack that casted her aside because she was not the omega that pack wanted. Determined to make it on her own she moves to a small town and learns that being independent doesn't mean never asking for help.
March 19, 2026
cozy omegaverse gold!
Another great story by Lena!
I love when an omega finds her true home & real pack.
The happily ever after was earned after much denial from our omega. But the alphas never gave up
Another great story by Lena!
I love when an omega finds her true home & real pack.
The happily ever after was earned after much denial from our omega. But the alphas never gave up
July 20, 2025
such a sweet book!
I loved them so much. They love her with everything they have and it’s a love you aspire to have. Even the grumpy one 😉
I loved them so much. They love her with everything they have and it’s a love you aspire to have. Even the grumpy one 😉
July 22, 2025
Loved this book! Great beginning of a series! I can’t wait to read the other books as they come out 💖
September 3, 2025
Great Omegaverse
Great omegaverse with just the right amount of character development, character flaws, plot, and of course the perfect balance of smut.
10/10 recommend
Great omegaverse with just the right amount of character development, character flaws, plot, and of course the perfect balance of smut.
10/10 recommend
October 24, 2025
2.5🌟 PAINFULLY repetitive phrasing to the point it’s annoying to read
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