A Pack for Spring

Cozyverse #3

by Emilia Emerson

She’s always dreamed of a soft life.

They’re determined to provide it for her.

Lucy Andersson-Spring’s twenty-ninth birthday comes with a side helping of a quarter-life crisis. She loves her community, her sewing shop, and her secret social media account featuring Starlight Grove’s cat mayor, but maybe she needs to be more ambitious, more self-sufficient. At least, that’s what the alphas she dated last year kept saying . . . before they cheated on her.

Lucy is determined this year will be a fresh start, but her quest to leave her romantic dreams behind keeps being thwarted. First, a disastrous camping trip leaves her stranded with Wilder, the reserved fire chief. Then, a grumpy businessman named King bursts into her shop with a desperate proposal. And then there’s Leo, the cute florist who brings her bouquets, but never the dinner invitation she hopes for.

Like Lucy, these guys are facing crossroads in their lives, but when their hesitancy in wooing the stunning omega leaves her feeling rejected all over again, they realize they can’t live without her. Determined to win her over, they embark on a journey of self-discovery, complete with a meddlesome cat, mischievous bunny, and bizarrely specific horoscopes, to become a pack worthy of her.

A Pack for Spring is as poignant as it is playful, with themes of found family, self-acceptance, and scorching hot spice, of course! It is a standalone MMFM why choose small town romance. It is part of the Cozyverse shared universe, bringing you cozy omegaverse full of heart, heat, and humor.

Genres: Omegaverse, Romance, Why Choose, Fantasy, Found Family, Cozy, Audiobook

480 pages, Paperback

First published April 14, 2026

About the author

Emilia Emerson loves to embroider, take naps with her dog, read filthy smut, and do projects around the house. She works in mental health and loves that writing romance allows her to explore worlds with guaranteed happily ever afters, cozy characters who love each other, and found families who overcome challenges together.

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Reviews

[itsjessamess · Rating 4 out of 5]

Diese gesamte Reihe hat mein Herz…die Struggles die unsere Protagonistinnen haben sind SO unglaublich ECHT. Und man spürt alles über die Seiten hinaus…

Es ist so viel mehr als Why Choose Omegaverse🥹🫂✨

[Jessica · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 stars

I am just so obsessed with this series sand so happy to be back in this world! This is Lucy's story, and she's an omega who has her own sewing/tailoring business. What I really loved in this book is that all of her guys, two alphas and an omega, didn't really know each other going into this book. They all realized they had a bond with Lucy, and after all almost ruining their chances with her, they decide to come together to create a pack and court her. I loved how we got to see Lucy develop her relationship with all of them, and it was adorable how much they all ended really caring for and loving her, and coming together to win their girl. And Felix was a STAR. I loved the cute outfits Lucy made for him, and the little bunny that also joins the cozy family. This is a definite must-read when it releases! The definition of a cozy omegaverse romance with some hot spice and an adorable small town!

[Rayne · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was SO BORED. They were all in love after basically the second time meeting so why was this book 480 pages?? I could not connect to the characters, the romance was bland, and there was nothing about the story that gripped me. There was way too much filler in the chapters that any bit of interest I had, disappeared. The FMC’s first interaction with King had me to hooked. There was tension and the spice was spicing! But then that quickly turned into insta love and everything interesting about them fizzled out.

I have come to learn maybe this author isn’t for me. I’ve also realized it‘s purely because her books are way too long and that’s it. A Pack for Autumn, also written by her, was about 350 pages or so and I loved that one. She seems to specialize in cozy, no/low angst books which for a shorter book, can really work but there’s not enough substance to hold its own when a book is 450+ pages.

[Elizabeth]

DNF at 12%.

I'm annoyed by several things. The two men who are interested in her don't talk to her. They run away from her because they are "not worthy". But it looks like they just don't like her.

I don't want her to be so desperate that she will allow this kind of behavior.

And then I read the reviews and I don't think I would like the other men that will be part of her pack.

[AvidReader · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.75!
This book really brought smile to my face.
Omg, I loved it! It was romantic, sweet, cozy and fun.

After numerous rejection from overall life, Lucy is ready for a new adventure with her 29th b’day. Even though she hopes for a pack and HEA, she’s also working on herself.
Lucy is also crushing hard on her new neighbour, a shy beta who is also a florist. But when she hits the first obstacle towards her new life, she meets a grumpy, loner and firefighter🧑‍🚒 Wilder. Then comes the Hot shot CEO and city boy (man) King. Now nothing will be the same.

I loved that, despite the circumstances, Lucy is still such a positive and sweet person. She takes care of others and expect nothing for herself. But when the guys enter her life, they cherish and protect her. I loved their equation with each other. All three were strangers who came together for their omega.

Lucy, Ivy, Summer and Olive are soulmates. I adore their friendship so much. Easton was especially hilarious in this book.

The small town charm was superior and like a good Mayor, Felix is ready to bring some drama to Lucy’s life. That adorable, wonderful Cat is the main hero of this book. His matchmaking skills are out of the world and the schemings— he is a master! I didn’t think it can get any more cuter and then I was introduced to Blossom! She and King made me hoot with laughter.

Overall I enjoyed it immensely.

-Cozy Why choose omegaverse.
-Low angst & Fun.
-SmallTown shenanigans.
-Deep friendships and familial bonds.
-The mayor is a clever scheming CAT.
-Recommended.

I received an advance review copy and I’m leaving this review voluntarily.

[Ksenia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh to be Lucy Anderson-Spring🙏🏻

[Asia · Rating 3 out of 5]

As the name of this series suggest it was cozy but at the same time it's omegaverse, so lots of sex. I did enjoy some moments of the book but why daddy kink again?! Why?! Made me cringe every time 🫣

[Ash · Rating 5 out of 5]

Genre: Adult Omegaverse Romance
Spice: 4/5🌶️
*spice ratings are relative to similar books in the same genre*

eARC generously provided by the author and publisher in exchange for an honest review

The Catalog:
MMFM omegaverse, build-a-pack, mutual pining, mobility aid (cane), chronic illness rep (osteoarthritis), forced proximity (stormed-in cabin), meddling cat, hurt/care, touch-starved alpha, possessive alphas, Daddy kink, primal play, groveling, virgin alpha, bisexual rep, heat/heat tending, hormonal conditions, Iranian immigrant representation, ADHD rep

Kink:
power play, impact play (spanking), begging, Daddy kink, cock warming, cum play (pushing it back inside), primal play (chase, marking), DVP, toys (nipple clamps, hand cuffs)

CWs: historical emotional abuse & gaslighting, past toxic relationships, complicated familial relationship, mental health (to do with chronic illness)

Pack Dynamics:
α β Ω α
King (α): grumpy Daddy, CEO alpha that’s never wanted more than causal
Leo (β): bi-king beta that’s been crushing on Lucy for months
Lucy (Ω): bratty omega that only wants to be seen
Wilder (α): the loner alpha that believes he can’t have an omega

Synopsis:
Lucy loves her community, her sewing shop, and her ride or die omega besties, but turning 29 hits heavy, bringing up insecurities from her last relationship. She’s always wanted her dream pack, but maybe it’s time to self reflect and take her former alpha’s criticisms seriously. Except, fate (and maybe Felix) has other plans, and she finds herself colliding with Wilder, the loner Fire Chief, King, a grumpy businessman with an odd proposal, and Leo, the sweet beta florist next door.

Thoughts:
What am I supposed to do with myself after this incredible book?! My love for the Cozyverse truly has no bounds. I’ve been forced to come to the conclusion that every book in this series is my favorite, and much like these incredible omegas, I shall not be forced to choose. That being said, A Pack for Spring is truly SO special and I feel as though I’ll mentally be in Starlight Grove for weeks after this emotional, hilarious, and kindle melting love story.

From page one I was completely enamored by these characters.
1. Leo immediately stole my heart with his kindness and vulnerability, and has officially been inducted into my Beta Hall of Fame. Don’t let his sweet disposition fool you though, he is so naughty and playful, and panty meltingly dominant. I might be unhealthily obsessed with him. His family’s story also made me so emotional because it reminded me of one of my childhood best friends and her family’s experiences as Lebanese-Iraqi immigrants (Love you, Z).
2. Lucy is genuinely so much fun, but has an incredible amount of depth that I enjoyed exploring. Her insecurities from her former relationship, and complications involving her hormonal condition were really relatable. I loved her creativity and open heart, and I’m so satisfied with her character’s journey to self discovery.
3. King was such a wildcard for Lucy and for me, but holy wow, he’s a great alpha in so many ways, and I can’t lie, I’m so pleased with the Daddy kink representation. I love how King is with Lucy and Leo!
4. Wilder, my sweet baby boi. Where do I even start? I feel like I could write sonnets about my love for him and his character development. He was the only character to make me cry, but holy shit, the tears were earned. His story absolutely wrecked me and I’m obsessed with the way he vacillates between melting for Lucy and being feral for her. I can’t get enough of him or their dynamic.
5. Felix was on a whole different level in this book and I ATE IT UP.
6. Blossom, I’d die for you.

The romance in A Pack for Spring is the kind that renews your faith in the existence of something as cosmic as true love. Everything was so intimate, so caring, and so feel good, that I’m brimming with happiness. I can’t stop smiling.

As for the physical intimacy, I had to plead for mercy while reading because my brain, body, and kindle needed relief from the absolutely scorching smut in this book. It was thigh clenching good. I wondered if I, too, had gone into heat.

Lastly, I am so, so proud of Emilia and Eliana. I’m still in awe of them and want to express my heartfelt congratulations. It makes me so happy, and appreciative, that this series is the first trad-published why-choose omegaverse!

Omegaverse readers are going to absolutely freaking love this book, and I cannot recommend this series more!!

[Mama's Reading List · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once again Emilia Emerson has written an Omegaverse I could not put down! Lucy and her guys built their pack around love and acceptance, which is one of the things I loved most about this book.
I loved the diversity of this pack not just in nationalities (which was interesting and made for fun terms of endearment), but also in upbringing. It showed a different sort of cohesiveness to the relationship that I really appreciated.

If you know anything about me you know I love Omegaverse books, but there is something special about this series. It has a sense of community to it. I love the girl group who is always there for each other no matter what. The meddling Mayor Felix 🐱 always bouncing around making magic happen. And the gossip of the other members of the town. These books really are just a joy to read every time I pick one up!

I received this book as an ARC from NetGalley and this is my honest review.

[Poppy || Monster Lover · Rating 5 out of 5]

Advanced reader copy review

I adored Lucy and her journey of finding confidence and love. She had such a supportive friend group, but still tended towards self doubt because of emotionally abusive exes. Wilder was gruff and grumpy and lonely, with no support. Leo was gregarious but struggling to pursue a relationship because of his internalized ableism about his osteoarthritis. I thought the way chronic pain was handled and the shame surrounding disability in our society was accurate. King was living a high powered CEO life with no real joy. They had their fair share of bumps and bruises from mistakes they made along the way, and worked through them with time and showing up for each other. It was all coziness.

Spice: 4/5

Triggers: syncope, hospitalization, internalized ableism, emotional abuse (past), cheating (by past partners), medical trauma, discussion of emotionally unavailable parents, mentions of past parent death, mention of side character being abused in past

[girlwithhearteyes]

DNF @ 21%. I like a cozy omegaverse, but I’m finding it hard to get invested in Lucy and her men. EVERYONE thinks they’re not good enough, which makes the characters feel a bit forgettable. I did enjoy some parts though, so I might pick this up again if I’m in the right mood.

[Blair Warner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every single time I read the next book in this series i say to myself this is it my favorite one. There’s something about each book that I love. I loved Lucy’s story. That she really just builds her pack and they come together and are the opposite of the last guys she dated. Each of them basically has their own obstacle they have to overcome or grow from. I love that she makes clothes for Felix! And I can’t forget Blossom! Also, her friendship with the other omegas from the other books and the shenanigans they get up to had me laughing. I can’t wait to get to Summers book next!

[Nayelenis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Arc review 🌸🫧🍓

A pack for spring by Emilia Emerson 🫶🏻
My rating:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice:3.5 (rounded up)🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

This omegaverse is MMFM it was such a fun easy read for me I loved it!! This book had really good representation of disability and Iranian immigrants, the found family was my favorite part.❤️❤️ This story also has a lot of growth and self love all of the main characters were kind of lost at the beginning and watching them work together towards building a family was amazing truly.❤️🫶🏻

Little side note Blossom needs to stop giving me a heart attack every time she disappears 😭

Tropes / vibes 🍓
🌸grumpy x sunshine
🌸sunshine x sunshine
🌸firefighter maintain men
🌸graveling
🌸male beta florist
🌸Daddy kink
🌸Bi awakening

Thank you so much to Putnam and NetGalley for the ARC.

[carson · Rating 4 out of 5]

*4.5
I LOVED A Pack for Spring! I feel like each book just gets better and blows the prior one out of the water! Emilia's books are always so special to me and this one was even more so. It was so heartfelt, with so many loving and tender moments shared amongst the pack, amongst the friend group, and their families. Leo and his family, especially, were the source of a lot of my crying.

Not only is this book super romantic, it is also absolutely hilarious. There were so many moments that had me belly laughing!! It really put the com in romcom!

Starlight Grove is a special place and I can't wait for others to experience it once A Pack for Spring is out in April!

[Cee · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was... alright. The vibes were great and I liked the characters, but I don't like how they acted when it came to romance, especially the sexual moments. Wilder is a great character, but his interactions or progression with her is... off. Even if someone wasn't actually a danger to me, if they thought they were, especially during sex, I'd really like to know this information-- but this is soooo glossed over.
There are a few other issues similar that would take me out of the story a bit, but not enough that I wanted to stop reading.
Overall, still very cozy and sweet.

[Britney ☆ · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a good time. I love being in this world and A Pack for Spring was a perfect edition, even though sometimes I wanted to just smack the guys heads together lol.

It was really nice seeing the entire pack be built instead of an omega joining a pre existing pack and it definitely made me feel more connected to the mmcs. Poor Lucy was going THROUGH it and she more than deserved her happy ending 😭.

Felix was perfection as always and Blossom??? Adorable.

[Kimberly Del Cid · Rating 4 out of 5]

My favorite in the cozyverse so far! So many unexpected tropes from this pack. Lucy is the sweetest and I love how she stays true to herself by the end. I love a big boy so wilder was by far my favorite but the whole gang was great.

[Leah | booked.and_bothered · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is the cozyverse of my dreams. I loved EVERYTHING about it. The courtship with her alphas and beta. The HA and HO intricacies. This book was so empowering for those of us that feel like we’re “too much” in relationships and in the world. I loved the additions of mixed media in the horoscopes, texts, and the Instagram posts.

Pls give me more Felix POV chapters 🥹🥹🥹
Oh and a Blossom POV I think I would die if I had one 😫🤯

[Bailey · Rating 5 out of 5]

My favorite of the series by FAR. I felt much more connected to the writing and characters in this book than the first two, but perhaps it is just because it had so many of my favorite tropes?

🌼complex female character
🌼found family/ strong female friendships
🌼wounded, outcast mountain man
🌼cutie pie shy boy-next-door
🌼daddy/babygirl
🌼disability rep
🌼bi rep/awakening
🌼a BUNNY WITH COSTUMES
🌼cozy, small town vibes

It seems like there is a lot going on, and there is, but it all worked really well together. I couldn’t put it down!!

[Jennifer BlackRoseReads]

Dnf at 48%. The characters are absolutely NOT hitting the mark for me. They all are super mopey and self deprecating.

[Cat H · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.6 stars.
Dannnng…this was a hot one. I totally let the pretty cover art lull me into thinking this wasn’t gonna be all that spicy. Way wrong. So wrong. Honorifics, bondage, punishments, and primal play, Wrong.👀
So. Loved that.😂
I also really liked the relationships and how they all developed. Plus the side characters.
I forgot how much the town and its people in this series remind me of Gilmore Girls.
And the animals!! I’m a huge sucker for animals in books, especially when they’re a little smarter than strictly realistic.
I can’t wait to see what happens with Summer.

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

Don’t read this book for the plot.

[Trisha Ross · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Pack for Spring✨🌸🪡

I was so excited to get an ARC from Putnam/Netgally! Especially now that cozyverse has gone TRAD💖

Right off the bat I knew I was going to relate with our girl Lucy. And boy did I!

Lucy is an omega who just turned 29! And although she runs a success sewing shop and creates her own custom clothes she feels the pressures of life and her final year in her twenties weighing down on her. She longs to be loved and cherished but has been burned in the past so she struggles to see her true worth beneath all negativity thrown her way.

But Starlight Grove, Mayor Felix the cat more specifically, wasn’t about to let Lucy believe those negative things for too long. Because the fates brings her two possessive alphas and an adoring beta to build a pack with.

Leo- the head over heels beta who has loved Lucy from he opened his flower shop next door. But he held himself back because he was worried his disability made him unworthy of her.

King- big shot CEO who had no intentions of staying around starlight grove until he falls HARD for Lucy and maybe even the cute florist too😉

Wilder- surly fire chief who prefers to stay secluded in his mountain home but can’t resist Lucy after he rescues her from a dangerous situation. Only pull away because he himself might put her at risk.

🌸 MFMM Omegaverse
🌸 slow burn but still spicy
🌸 found family
🌸 she calls him daddy
🌸 primal play


I definitely recommend this book! While it’s wasn’t my favorite of the series but it’s cute and cozy all the same. There were a few pacing issues that got to me and I’m not a huge fan of miscommunication (or lack of communication 😂) but otherwise it was another fantastic read from Emilia!

[Mica · Rating 4 out of 5]

I quite literally begged for an ARC of this and was ecstatic when I got it!

But not gonna lie, halfway through it, I was getting so mad at the men in Lucy’s life because they’re so frustrating?? Like they were all so much OLDER than Lucy and they had the maturity and communication skills of a 16 year old boy.

I also feel like so many people in Lucy’s life treat her pretty meh? Maybe not badly, but she deserves better than to be everyone’s afterthought?

I admit, I feel so protective of heroines I read because they somehow always get such mediocre treatment which is so close to real life and I just wanna yell at them to demand better from people!

I hated how Lucy had to keep taking the time and step FIRST always for everyone around her. The men who was supposed to be obsessed with her kept rejecting her too like ugh leave her alone if you cannot commit 😩

The spice was still hot though even if I kinda disliked the men for most of the book.

And well, they kinda redeemed themselves I guess? But I gave this four stars for Lucy. She tries so hard at everything she does and I truly adore her.

[booksvanereads · Rating 4 out of 5]

DADDDY KING IS HOTTT
LEO IS HOTTTTT
WILDER IS HOTTTT

loved being back in Starlight Grove for Spring and up to Felix’s shenanigans again. Always a great time with any book Emilia writes, the spice, the omega aspects, the small town feel, and found family. Also love the diverse cultures I got to learn about while reading.

[Shelby · Rating 5 out of 5]

*4.5 stars
I’ve enjoyed every book of this series, but this one might be my favorite. Lucy, our omega FMC, is at the last year of her 20’s and feels that she will never find the pack of her dreams. With some unconventional meet cutes (and conniving from the town’s cat mayor), King, Wilder and Leo stumble into her life.
This whole book had me giddy and happily smiling from beginning to end. I loved seeing how smitten each of the guys were with her. I related to Lucy’s character with her self-doubt and thinking she’s “too much.” But of course her wonderful guys are there to assure her she’s just right for them. I also appreciated how much time and care the author took into exploring and developing the personalities of each of the MMC’s. Leo is such a sweetheart but has insecurities over his disability and worries that his beta status will not he enough to take care of Lucy. King was so hot with his grumpy alpha daddy persona, but is putty for Lucy (and her adorable bunny). And Wilder made me ache with his tender heart and fear of his diagnosis (a fictional one exclusively for omegaverse world) worried he would hurt Lucy.
This is such a sweet and well-developed story that I would highly recommend to anyone in the mood for a cozy romance. This series as a whole would also be perfect for those new to omegaverse!

Tropes:
MMFM
Grumpy mountain man MMC
Grumpy daddy MMC
Spankings
Bratty FMC
Unconventional meet cutes
Stuck in a cabin during a storm
A conniving cat and his adorable bunny sidekick
Disability rep (osteoarthritis)
Iranian rep

*I received an advanced copy of this book from Netgalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

[Meg · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Pack for Spring just worked for me from start to finish. I was so excited to make another trip back to Starlight Grove. Lucy’s story really hit home for me. I felt her so deeply with the self-doubt and that “am I too much?” spiral, and watching her slowly realize she’s actually exactly right for the people meant for her… yeah, I ate that up. And I loved how supported she was by both her friends and her guys along the way. And the guys… Emilia really took her time making each of them feel fully developed. Leo’s sweetness and quiet insecurity, King being all gruff but clearly soft for her, Wilder carrying so much weight and trying to protect her even from himself… it all felt layered in a way I really appreciated.

This book is cozy, a little chaotic, emotional in the best way, and still brings that signature Starlight Grove magic with the town antics and Felix absolutely stole his scenes like always and we got to meet a new little animal friend. 🥰 There were definitely moments I wanted to shake everyone and yell “just talk to each other” but it made the payoff even better when everything finally clicked into place. The found family and the growth, plus the way Lucy really steps into what she wants for her life… I loved every second of it and I’m not ready to leave this world anytime soon. Very much looking forward to A Pack for Summer!

[Katie Armstrong · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a Build-a-Pack, Grovel, rejected Omega, Age Gap, separate meet cutes Omegaverse Story that will have you swooning.
The third instalment in the Cozyverse by Emilia Emerson and Eliana Lee. A Pack For Spring is the second book in the series written by Emilia Emerson and it. Is. Gorgeous.
We have Age Gap, Daddy Dom, Disability Rep, inexperienced Alpha, anxiety and mental health rep, and Lucy, our Omega is so ADHD coded, and as a fellow ADHDer I felt her insecurities in my SOUL!
If you love Gilmore Girls, the Cozyverse is definitely for you, Starlight Grove is literally the OV version of Stars Hollow, with the tight nit small town community, absolutely wild side characters and crazy shenanigans... and who doesn't love a town festival every other day? Also, the mayor is a cat...
Lucy is absolutely adorable, I've loved her from the first book and I was so excited to see her get her HEA, the story of their Pack coming together is sweet, spicy and filled with absolutely impeccable grovel, I want three men absolutely falling over themselves to earn my respect!!
they overcame so much together, A Pack For Spring was an absolute joy to read, although I cried like 3 times, Wilder is my baby and no harm with ever come to him. That is all 🥰

[Kennedy Frost · Rating 2 out of 5]

Guys I got this book as a “blind date with a book” and I finished it bc I’m stubborn. I felt like I was using my ability to read fast for evil. The writing was juvenile, the concept isn’t for me (but if you like polyamory and omegaverse stuff I’m sure it’s great), and the way they described the main characters who are supposed to be full grown adults made my stomach feel weird. It felt like they were infantilizing the main character and she’s 29. Idk not for me.

[Migla M · Rating 3 out of 5]

I took this book without knowing anything about it. Aaaand it had some plot lines and character traits that I reaaally didn't like. It wasn't the worst but fmc was annoying me, quite a lot of time, the mmc's were sometimes too overprotective ( and I mean it in only the bad way) and I think that some storylines could have been written more thoroughly.

Sooo, it was an easy and quick read, and I did giggle and had laughed a few times, but it didn't really impress me much...