Three hot farmers, one determined goat, and an omega in hiding.
What could go wrong?
After escaping an attempted forced bond and the betrayal of those who should've protected me, all I want is to disappear. So I flee to a sleepy small town where no one knows my name. A seasonal job running the local pumpkin patch's social media is the perfect cover to stay quiet, busy, and forgotten.
But Harvest Home Farm has other plans.
Rowan, the alpha co-owner, smells like burnt sugar and looks at me like he knows I'm his. Theo, his cinnamon-sweet beta brother who's too charming for my own good. And Liam, the flannel-wrapped alpha farmhand with smoke in his scent and pain in his eyes. Then there's Maple, their four-legged troublemaker, determined to blow my cover.
When my past catches up, I'll have to keep running or finally trust the pack that would do anything to protect what's theirs.
Full of cozy sweetness, scent-matched tension, and knot-your-flannel heat, Pumpkin Patch Pack is a standalone Omegaverse Why Choose romance perfect for fans of slow-burning tension and fall-in-a-book vibes.
J. Ever writes paranormal stories with big hearts, big laughs, and even bigger... well, you know ;-)
She's been writing for years but never had the courage to publish, and she's truly grateful to everyone who takes a chance on one of her books.
When she's not creating stories, she's reading (obvs), drooling over book boyfriends, laughing at her own jokes (which happens a little too frequently), and very often (especially since this book was published), doing uncoordinated dance moves while cradling her fluffy cat because she's so happy to be writing full-time.
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Pumpkin Patch Pack by J. Ever is a stand alone, alpha, beta, omega, fall themed romance that I am just in love with. This is my very first book by this author. This is a slow burn, sweet, swoony story of a woman on the run, having lost faith in people in general.
Emma is thirty one years old and is an omega. She has fled the big city and her fancy job to get away from her controlling, abusive ex. She moves from place to place often, wearing baggy clothes and taking omega suppressants to hide her status. She has booked a three month, seasonal job at Harvest Home Farm in Autumn Falls. They are providing lodging and she should really be able to settle in and stay hidden while doing their social media for the season, which they’ve struggled with.
Harvest Home Farm is a working farm but during the fall months, they open as a destination with hay rides, a maze and many other attractions. With Emma’s help, they should really be able to bolster attendance. It is run by Rowan, an alpha, his beta brother, Theo, who is a baker extraordinaire, and Liam, an alpha and the loner of the three, who takes care of the animals. Last but not least, let’s not forget Maple, the little white goat who has seemingly attached herself to Emma, a little troublemaker for sure and also, Emma’s fiercest protector.
For some reason, Emma’s omega suppressants don’t seem to be working, because she can definitely sense the sweet aromas of Liam, Rowan and Theo. And it’s obvious they can sense her too. She has to keep her designation hidden because an unmated omega is asking for trouble. Also, word would get around which is what she doesn’t want. Her ex is looking for her and she can’t let him find her. Every day on the farm, though, she feels a little bit safer with her three companions and Maple. She is good at her job and enjoys the atmosphere of the farm. Not to mention the three sexy men who run it. Emma knows, though, that safety is only temporary. Because her ex is powerful and he will eventually find her. She has to stay on the move. Or does she?
I loved every single thing about this book. I loved how brave Emma was. And the three sweet men are so bowled over by her. But they treat her so carefully. They don’t know exactly what happened, only that she’s skittish. They want her to want them as much as they want her. It’s obvious they are fated mates, they just need Emma to figure it all out. And they will show her, with one sweet gesture after another.
Thanks for an amazing buddy read, RL! This was so sweet.
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This was epitome of cozy omegaverse and fall vibes. The men were super sweet and focused on consent, they didn't keep secrets from each other for long, and there was the cutest small goat working to bring the pack together.
This is the story of Emma, an omega who escaped from an abusive ex who's landed at a farm that's trying to remake itself as a tourist destination and needs some better marketing. In her past life, Emma was a rising star in the marketing world, so this new role as a temporary farm social media manager is easy for her.
I love that she's competent and got her stuff together. She escaped with minimal resources, but has flown under the radar and is successful in her work.
Of course, her three new bosses are hot. And (more importantly) kind.
But Emma's not looking. She's hiding her omega status and just trying to stay away from her ex.
Along comes the cutest little goat ever. Maple, the goat, decides that Emma belongs to her and the rest of the pack and she does everything in her small hooved power to influence the situation. We even get a few short chapters from Maple's POV.
WARNING: For those who die with secondhand embarrassment, the first Maple interaction might kill you.
I personally was dying laughing when Maple grabs something intimate from Emma's suitcase and runs off, forcing her and one of the guys to chase. It's the first breakthrough to get Emma and the guys closer.
This book is stuffed full of fall vibes, with pictures of pumpkins fresh off the vine, apple cider, hay rides, corn maze, etc. it made me want to go to my local tourist farm collaborative so bad. A lot of the influencer books I don't think are realistic, but I know how important the right marketing is for ag-tourism.
Anyway, Emma's thriving and the guys are awesome when something goes wrong that exposes her as an omega and their mate. Once again, the guys were so sweet. They make it clear that they want her but don't crowd her. They just offer themselves up and step back.
Ugh, the consent in this book was awesome!
It's isn't long until they all are sharing their backstories, including Emma's abusive ex and why she's running scared.
I love how they were a team. There was no long drawn out secret keeping. Or stupid holding back because they were hurt before. They just carefully share and give space to build a relationship.
Safety deets - no other women. No mention of past relationships except for one of the guys who was kicked out of his pack because of an evil omega. - Emma's ex is a part of her past. She's not interested in going back and there's no details on their relationship other than he was terrible. - We get to see the pack (including Maple, the goat) I love and in their HEA in a short but adorable epilogue. - I'm not sure if this book would pass the bechdel test. The female characters only talk about guys AND only the female main character is a worthwhile human. I would have loved to see some positive female friendships. Wait, I think there was one positive interaction but it was a blip.
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All the sweet, fall vibes with lovely heroes providing a welcoming, respectful, and safe place for a scared FMC, who also rocked the job she was there for. Plus, the most adorable goat sidekick ever. Some opportunities in the overall writing but such an enjoyable read and another great buddy read with Elizabeth!
Written in first person, multi-POV (each of the main characters and a couple fun ones from the goat). No ow drama, om drama in the sense that the h is being stalked by her ex, who she’s running from. All seemed experienced but little to no history given on the guys (one had a pack prior to his current one with an omega, who was not a good partner).
Some tropes/themes: ☆ Slow burn ☆ Omegaverse with two alphas and a beta for MMCs plus the omega FMC ☆ Abused FMC on the run ☆ She provides content creation and management for their farm ☆ Loads of fall cuteness ☆ Goat friend with a big personality ☆ Emotional intimacy ☆ Scent matches ☆ Theme of choosing each other ☆ Stalker danger
All the main characters are so dang likable and cute. It was very easy to root for them and love how the connections developed, first as they worked together, then knowing they were mates. The guys were wonderful with their support and care, but also how they didn’t overwhelm the FMC. Their actions constantly spoke of what good guys they were. Each of them is also distinct and brings something different to the business, their pack, and their relationship with the FMC. I loved how talented and competent the FMC was, plus her resilience and strength. She also had concerns about being around the guys, while not shutting them out either. As the book progressed, she was gaining assuredness in her situation and I was cheering her on.
It is a slow burn and the focus is on the relationship building and the character development. There are only a couple of spicy scenes and they’re later in the book. There is heat, knotting, and biting. Instincts come into play outside of the bedroom and the FMC is using suppressants and scent blocking for her own protection and peace of mind. Though there’s a wrinkle with them that I actually liked a lot how the author spun it.
Specific shoutout to Maple the goat. Each scene she was in stole my complete attention and her POV chapters were amazing. Even her running around with a sex toy she stole with the FMC and a MMC chasing her could have been cringey and was instead charming. Maple also helped the FMC at just the right times, emotionally and physically.
The FMC’s ex is a threat, via emails that are in the book and eventually in person, of course. Some of how he’s handled worked for me and some of it was disappointing, because he does not suffer enough of the consequences of his actions and could be a threat to someone else in the future honestly. It was also disappointing how the FMC’s mother acted and that sh swanned off to do whatever too.
Writing-wise, it’s not entirely smooth, however the overall experience genuinely overrode that. Some moments were mentioned and not shown on page and I did wish that the story had been a smidge longer. At the time of reading, there were also some missing quotation marks when characters were speaking and a couple interesting choices (like how the FMC went about refilling a prescription) that took me out of the moment. But I would definitely read more by this author and I’m interested to see how they continue to grow since it doesn’t appear that they have much out.
The ending is HEA with the pack bonded and safe. The farm is successful, Maple is adorable, and the main characters are in their HEA expecting a baby. It had just the right tones for a satisfying fall read for someone looking for that with some omegaverse and RH notes.
I want her smile to come more easily. I want to hear her laugh without restraint. I don’t want her to look over her shoulder and flinch at sudden movements. I want her to be ours.
PUMPKIN PATCH PACK (say that 5 times fast) was a charming, cozy Autumn read perfect for the season. This slow-burn omegaverse centered around our scared FMC omega Emma on the run just looking for a safe place to lay low. What she finds is not only a haven but a home she never thought she deserved where three Alphas show her kindness, love and protection. And one troublemaker goat named Maple who claims Emma as her person and becomes her fiercest protector.
I was enjoying the story up until the climax happened with Emma's crazy ex. This man drugs her to induce a heat to rape her but no criminal charges are ever brought against him. So he's able to get away and do this to another omega. The drugging also resulted in the first and only full intimate scene between Emma and her guys that tainted the moment for me.
Idk I just didn't like how that whole situation was written, it just didn't seem to fit the first half of the story. But that was just my thoughts & feelings and before that I did have a good time with this book. Maple was the best part and I loved all her hijinks she got into, especially dildo gate😂
Memorable Quotes
Liam stares at the dildo, his Adam’s apple bobbing as he swallows. Theo stares at the dildo, his lips twitching with the effort not to smile. I stare at the dildo, wishing for spontaneous combustion or perhaps a convenient sinkhole.
Maple responds by pressing closer, her steady heartbeat against mine, gradually slowing my racing pulse. I don’t know how long we sit there—me clinging to a goat like she’s a lifeline—Maple seemingly content to be my emotional support animal.
“That’s all we want for you, Emma. To feel seen and valued. To feel safe. To be happy.”
Pack complete now. Wanted. Protected. Just like Maple.
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3.5 stars: This was everything I expected it to be - cozy, sweet, tender , slow - burn, Autumn vibes and rather pleasant characters. This is a low angst story that focuses on an omega, who finds temporary work at a farm where her social media skills are greatly needed. The FMC is quiet, withdrawn and definitely on the lookout for potential dangers. The pack consists of a beta and two alphas, each one of them possessing something unique that draws in the leading lady. I do like the characters, but Maple ( the residential goat turned into social media diva) simply stole the show. Absolutely fascinating creature, found her rather witty and much in tune with others emotions. This is not a story about complexity, but rather a simplicity and frankly, I did enjoy this hassle free, idyllic setting. Overall, this was a very pleasant book, perfect for the fall.
J. Ever has a way of writing that just pulls you in, and I didn't stop reading until I had finished the whole book. So, worth it.
Pumpkin Patch Pack, Omegaverse is my first book by this author, and I am so glad I took the time to read her work. It is a standalone feel-good tale that will have you laughing out loud at times and others wanting to pull the characters in to a warm hug. The story is written in multiple POVs, including Maple the goat that steals the show, along with the wonderful alphas and a beta, and their sweet omega.
This is a slow-burning, sweet tale about an omega on the run from a despicable alpha trying to force her to bond. When she arrives at Pumpkin Patch, she has no idea how her life is going to change.
The perfect autumn omegaverse book 😍 I loved this story and the characters. It was so sweet and I didn’t want it to end. Maple (the goat) absolutely stole the show, she’s amazing.
It’s a slow burn romance and only gets spicy at around 90% but the wait is worth it.
There’s no third act breakup or OW drama. It’s relatively low angst, there’s OM drama from Emma’s ex but it gets resolved quite easily.
This was picked as the book pick for November in my book club :) I was the one who recommended it
It was cute! Really fitting for the autumn season! The backstory for our FMC was very sad and I’m glad she was able to heal in the small town where she met the MMCs
I loved how the pack played out. Also the goat Maple lol She was the star of the book hahah
Them showing her ex fiance his place was chefs kiss 💋
This was such a good read. My first book that I have read by J. Ever and now I want to go and read more by her.
Okay, I can start by saying that Maple is my absolute favorite in this book. And when you read it, you'll know why!
Emma is running from an ex trying to force a bond. She's been on the run for some time and finally found a place that she feels safe at. A pumpkin farm that comes with so much more then pumpkins.
Alpha's Rowan and Liam and beta Theo have been a pack for awhile. They have been looking for someone who can help with their online face and Emma is the perfect person for that. But they can sense that she's running from something or someone.
Emma tries to keep her distance from her bosses but it's becoming more difficult when her medication is failing her and her bosses won't let her pull away from them. They want her to feel safe and be able to open up to them. But it's hard to do when she's so scared of being hurt again.
Her alpha's and beta are protective and they won't let Emma get her again when her past catches up with her.
Scent matches. A troublemaker of a goat. Flirting. Such a good, cute Fall read!
OMG I absolutely adore this crazy goat. She is absolutely an additional character and has so much personality. This was the perfect book to start October.
This scared Omega is hiding from her past and it is causing her to be reckless. She's come to the farm to help with their social media presence. She's both scared and comforted by the pack running the place.
It was absolutely beautiful watching this pack take care of her even while she was so hesitant. When something happened bothe the pack and the goat were there for her.
Read if you like: Omegaverse Why Choose Meddling Animals Farm Omega Starting Over
This book was super light and funny, the perfect afternoon read.
Emma’s story might start off a little grey but it’s QUICKLY turned around when she arrives at the farm for her new job. Between lively livestock and hunky farmers shes in for more than she bargained for.
Theo, Rowan and Liam just want Emma around. They want her to be comfortable and happy with them even before they think of courting her.
Maple!! The star of the show, was obviously one of my favorites.
Throw in some family drama and ex drama and you’ve got the sweetest fall read!
This book was a fun and sweet ride. Maple was a hilarious menace, that scene in the beginning of the book with the purple 🍆 oh my gosh I laughed so hard I got a cramp 😂 Overall the book was cute, it was very much a slow burn (spice at around 75%) where our mmc’s knew pretty early on that our fmc was their scent match but still gave her the space she desperately needed to feel safe. ⭐️5 🌶️1.5
Tropes: Why choose Found family MFMM (AOAB) Brothers in the pack Omega hiding her designation
Content warnings: Fmc running/hiding from abuser Addict parent (fmc’s) Talk of rehab for parent Attempted forced bonding Attempted 🍇 Accident overdose Drugging Attempted kidnapping Domestic abuse Heat and bonding Pregnancy (in the epilogue)
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Book publishers should really review book covers before releasing them.
Dear God if a child gets their hand on this kid friendly cover. It even looks drawn/painted.
It’s one thing to use drawn, illustrated pictures. But I can easily see a book shop that doesn’t know what an omegaverse is, putting this in the kids section.
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For the plot: not a fan of two females knowing force and almost r*pe is happening to mc and still help the predator “because money”.
This omegaverse was so cute and adorable. I could also relate to her a lot as a bookstagrammer so that was fun!
Honestly, love that she was able to get away from her past and find her home! Plus a funny troublemaker goat as a side kick! Definitely gonna need to read more from this author because I absolutely loved this.
I thought this would be a sweet read and cozy read. And it was! But somehow my favourite character ended up being a goat... She is also the GOAT! lmao! I thought this book was really well done, and I thoroughly enjoyed the other characters. It was a very sweet and quick read and I definitely recommend it if you like a goats, pumpkins and stolen purple *ahem* toys *ahem*
This book was absolutely freaking perfect a perfect fall omegaverse. An omega on the run, takes a job and finds her fever. Maple quickly stole my heart I will never get enough of her.
I have mixed feelings On the one hand I loved how cozy and wholesome it all was but on the other hand my hatred for a slow burn KILLED my ability to be invested.
Everytime I thought we were getting somewhere it’s like I hit a wall with these characters. Emma is running from her past and is apprehensive to trust anyone which is so valid and I understand that however with a novella there’s only so much room for will they won’t they. And shoving all the good stuff into the last 30 pages made it fall so short
The men are your typical 3 in a “why choose” the protector,the goofy wholesome one and the broody one Of course I love the goofy one I can’t do broody. So Theo and maple stole the show for me
Hoenslty if book 2 was just the adventures of Theo and Maple five stars no questions asked that’s all I need.
Now I've read my fair share of monster romance, reverse harem and shifter books in my time, but I've never before dipped my toes into the omegaverse. Until now. And boy oh boy was I surprised because it was nothing like I was expecting. Sure it has elements of books I've previously read but with a difference, all the characters are actually human just with a few added quirks. I've only ever encountered Alpha's, Beta's and Omega's in shifter romance before so this was a bit of an eye opener for me and I have to say I loved it. Especially as it comes under the more cozy side, but I'll admit after reading this one I'll definitely be exploring more of this universe as I not only found it enjoyable but I found the dynamics fascinating. Ms Ever is also a new to me author (although I do have her other book in my kindle a why choose monster romance) she manages to balance perfect fall vibes with slow burn tension, spice, humour and slight angst. I for one will definitely be keeping an eye out for more of her books in future.
I immediately took to Emma, a shy omega who is forced to flee her alphahole ex, after he tried to force a bond on her. So I could totally understand her trying to hide exactly what she is as her confidence is at and all time low. Disguising her scent and nature under blockers and suppressants to pass as a beta, she takes a job on Harvest Home Farm to run their social media accounts to stay busy and disappear. But when she arrives at the farm, she realises that the owners and farm hand are actually a pack, comprising of two Alpha's and a Beta which makes her more determined to stay hidden. However, a troublemaking menace of a goat has other ideas, pushing her to get to know them not only as a pack but as individuals. And when her secret is discovered and her past catches up to her, I was literally whooping with joy to see her finally find her place and put her trust in the three men who will do anything to protect her.
I couldn't help but fall for the three MMC's because not only do they have different personalities but they complement each other perfectly, making my heart do double time on the swooning. There's Rowan, dominant Alpha who's kind, caring and peaceful nature (unless provoked) is like a warm blanket you want to burrow into. Theo (Rowan's Beta brother) is cheeky, charming and has a way of putting people at ease (and he bakes, hell yeah you can bet my heart did a happy dance at this). And finally Liam, who has a painful past of his own who is more comfortable with animals than people ( I wanted to hug him on more than one occasion) rounds out the pack. All three are drawn to Emma but don't understand why, and when they do discover her secret, they are determined to not only protect her, but show her the true meaning of family. Yep I definitely was a puddle of goo over these guys..
So for my first foray into the omegaverse I can honestly say it won't be my last as I've found another genre to obess over. This was a totally delightful read with a HEA to make me smile, with fuzzy fall vibes and found family to boot, I really couldn't of asked for more. Totally recommend 😁
Apparently Goats Are Awesome Matchmakers…Who Knew 🤷🏻♀️🐐😉😜
This was a quick read about an omega on the run from an abusive ex, who was working hard at staying under the radar & keeping her omega nature suppressed.
Well, let me tell you how that went…OMG! Emma’s first real introduction to Maple, an adorable goat who was actually the real star of the book, was on her 1st day around her new employers & had me laughing so hard. I think I experienced second hand embarrassment on behalf of Emma after that 🫣😝😂😂😂 Believe me, it was a sign of things to come lol, and while there were plenty of humorous parts of the story, it was balanced just right by deeper, more serious, emotions that Emma had to deal with as a result of her past.
I related to Emma on so many levels, having experienced certain aspects of her journey in my own life. Seeing her guys give her time, space, understanding, support, and strength to get stronger on her own (even before they knew she was not only an omega, but THEIR fated mate), was just so amazing to see play out. It all happened at a pace consistent with Emma learning to trust their intentions, and her own instincts.
Basically, this was just the perfect blend of lighthearted, humorous, emotional, dramatic, spicy, romantic, and all with just the right amount of danger & suspense to keep you slightly guessing. I was invested in Emma’s journey from the moment I met her, and loved seeing her HEA solidify, as well as a peek into their future. I also loved the addition of a few chapters from Maple’s POV. They were ingenious, and adorable. Absolutely loved this story, and can’t wait to see what J brings us next 🍁🍂🧡
I'm a fall girly. It's my favorite time of year. Pumpkin-spiced everything, warm fires, cozy blankets, apple cider donuts, leaves changing— perfection. So a fall-themed omegaverse only makes perfect sense to me, and J. Ever nailed it with Pumpkin Patch Pack.
Emma is running from her past when she stumbles into a job as their social media manager on the cutest farm. I like that J. Ever went into detail about Emma's career. It was interesting and different, and it was a lot more than I had expected. I liked Emma; she was cool. A lot more open to things, considering her past trauma. She's tougher than she seems.
Roman, Theo, and Liam were great. The guys pursued her while doing everything on her terms. They wanted to make sure she was comfortable first and foremost. I especially liked Theo with his golden retriever energy. The romance between them and Emma was the sweetest. There was no angst within the pack, but Emma's past certainly brought the drama that I was craving.
This was such a cozy story. I loved all the descriptive details that J. Ever included. From the baking to the scenery to all the fall activities, everything felt magical and very seasonal, but in the best ways. Although this isn't a paranormal read, I am still utterly convinced that Maple is a familiar. That goat acts weird (for a goat) and knows way more than she should. Maple even has two chapters in the book! Nevertheless, she was an adorable addition to the story.
Pumpkin Patch Pack was a delightfully cozy read. Obviously, perfect for the fall. It's going on my seasonal reread list for sure.
On the surface this book has everything needed for a cozy OV read. Unfortunately, everything stayed on the surface.
The only thing cozy about it was the fall, small-town farm setting, and even that wasn't really explored much beyond the location. Actually, it was also explored in the foods they ate. That's it? The characters had as much depth as a kiddy pool and the chemistry was MIA. I actually found myself skipping through the spicier scenes because it just read awkward to me.
I finished this book because I wanted an answer to the abusive-ex question, and wanted to see if the build up and climax on that side would save the book. It didn't. It rubbed me a little wrong of how light hearted this book was aimed at being, while having a central plot point being running from an abusive ex who hit the FMC, stalked her, attempted to have her SA'd, and drugged her. Darker topics are fine, but to me they appeared to be both minimizing and trivializing these topics.
Truly, I thought Maple (the ever present Goat) would be the saving grace of the story. Which is almost always a bad sign for a books validity. The chapters in Maple's POV were just weird. "This person smell good. This woman smell bad. Maple like good smell girl. Maple likes warm." That is just me pulling out an example from memory, but it is probably a direct quote too. Just unnecessary and lacking any sort of personality to make it hit.
It isn't terrible...but it also doesn't have enough of anything to be good. Maybe for you, not for me.
Straight up, I really liked this one. It gave me the cozy fall vibes I was looking for when I picked it up and since I'm a big mood reader this basically means it hit the spot for me.
So. Emma is on the run from a powerful alpha who tried to force her into something super not cool. He has money and he doesn't like to lose and Emma is barely staying one step ahead of him. Finding a job as a social media manager for a farm in the middle of nowhere seems like a great place to lay low, make a little money, and figure out her next steps.
What she doesn't count on are the three men who run the farm. They're hot, protective, and it doesn't take them long to realize she's their omega. The fact she's running scared means they need to go slowly (despite what their alpha sides want) and give her the time to realize she's safe with them and they'll protect her with everything they have. (As an aside, Theo is a beta, so he doesn't have the same driving instinct that Rowan and Liam have, but he's still 100% onboard with having the sweet omega as part of their pack.)
A dangerous mishap with omega suppressants, a mom who is kind of terrible, a matchmaking goat who knows her stuff, three men who weren't looking for their fourth, but found her anyway, and a lady who has to some nasty baggage to deal with before she can really let go with her men. *thumbs up*
Rating- 4 Heat- 3 Tropes- sweet omegaverse, MFMM, scent match, on the run from abusive ex
Pumpkins, hay rides, apple cider, petting zoos, bonfires, and the worlds funniest goat…What a perfect cozy fall read! The entire book evoked the feeling of sitting outside on my porch surrounded by falling leaves on a day when you are just feeling that bite of cool air.
Despite dealing with some heavier topics, like PTSD from abuse, Pumpkin Patch Pack remained low angst and cozy. Emma came to the farm traumatized and fading away. Liam, Rowan, and Theo slowly helped bring her back to life, with some help from a stubborn goat. Despite this being a fated mate/scent match situation, I wouldn’t consider it insta love. The men take the time to help Emma feel safe and trust them, so it is a fairly slow burn. The characters do seem a bit shallow. I would have liked to have seen more depth in their thoughts. Past traumas are mentioned but not really explored. For example, Theo mentions feeling unseen at one point, but then that is never touched on again. Liam talks about a former pack breaking up, but it comes across like he is telling of a minor inconvenience. With the exception of Emma, we don’t really see how they have been shaped by their pasts. That being said, this also led to the book feeling uncomplicated and low angst.
Pumpkin Patch Pack is the kind of story that makes you want to curl up with a blanket, a latte, and a rainy afternoon. J. Ever delivers everything promised in the blurb—cozy small-town atmosphere, slow-burn romantic tension, and a cast of characters who feel both grounded and emotionally real. The farm setting is vivid, from the scent of hay and cider to the chaos caused by Maple the goat, and the chemistry between the leads unfolds naturally across every page.
What stood out most was the balance between softness and survival. The main character’s backstory—escaping an attempted forced bond—adds weight to the sweetness that follows. The pack dynamic grows from trust rather than instant surrender, and each relationship feels distinct yet connected. Rowan, Theo, and Liam are well-drawn, each bringing something different to the emotional core of the story.
It’s a slower, more tender kind of Omegaverse, one that focuses on healing, belonging, and quiet strength. The writing is clean and immersive, with enough spice to warm things up without overwhelming the heart of the story.
Perfect for fans of: slow-burn Why Choose Omegaverse, small-town autumn settings, protective alphas, and stories that pair emotional recovery with genuine warmth.