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Always.
Raven
I was meant to live my life in silence, but with the help of my three men, I’ve been able to break free of my cage and fly. Though life is unbelievably quieter for us now in New York, there is still just one… soft… lingering lullaby faintly composing itself in the back of my mind.
The altar awaits.
But a shallow grave sings louder.
And my Death Lullaby is swelling into a full symphony, dragging me back to a lonely mansion I once called ‘home.’
Some melodies are just meant to end in bloodshed.
I was meant to live my life in silence, but with the help of my three men, I’ve been able to break free of my cage and fly. Though life is unbelievably quieter for us now in New York, there is still just one… soft… lingering lullaby faintly composing itself in the back of my mind.
The altar awaits.
But a shallow grave sings louder.
And my Death Lullaby is swelling into a full symphony, dragging me back to a lonely mansion I once called ‘home.’
Some melodies are just meant to end in bloodshed.
177 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 20, 2025
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Ruby M. Darling
9 books666 followersRuby Darling is a small town Texas Native that reads too much Dark Fantasy Romance and sleeps too little, which has probably caused her to be delusional enough to create a world of her own. She hopes you have a great time under the glamour and in the veil.
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November 24, 2025
How can a little novela make me feel so happy !!! I absolutely LOVEEEEEEEEEEEE every single one of Raven’s men and I LOVEEEEEE Raven as well !
The way Ruby Darling portrayed Raven with real insecurities and real body with perfect imperfections that her men ABSOLUTELY WORSHIPPED AND ADORED ! I can’t with these 3 guys , I literally want to have them in real life FOR ME ! Fuck the rest, I want Doctor Dirty Damon, the Demigod Jonas and the Professor Beast Maverick 🥵🔥🥵🔥🥵🔥🥵🔥🥵
Gee …… so here yes it’s more about them living life and getting adjusted but we also have Raven getting her last revenge with her men help and we have them doing their ABSOLUTE BEST TO MAKE HER UNDERSTAND HOW MUCH THEY ARE UTTERLY COMPLETELY DOWN BAD OBSESSED WITH HER and HOW MUCH THEY LOVE HER the way she is and HOW MUCH THEY DESIRE every single perfect imperfection she has. It melted my heart…..
I am still NOT a fan of Jonas and Damon together because like I said in my review of the duet it seemed unnecessary and like it happen to please the masses…. Because Damon is SOOOOOOOOO COMPLETELY obsessed with Raven , the man stayed 3 years without any woman just so he could be HER first and be clean for her only , he dropped his entire life and career to follow and stalk her in college and help with her revenge. Then you tell me that after very few and not even important interactions he then ALSO love Jonas ? Pleaseeeee be so fucking for real now. And on the other hand Jonas is would literally DIE for Raven, he is sooooooo needy with her and so so sooooooooooo obsessed that it doesn’t make any sense that out of nowhere he than also love Damon . FUCK THAT ! I am a MMF LOVERRRRRRRRR that’s my favorite type of why choose is with swords crossing and when they are obsessed with the girl equally of even more. But it needs to have development and history and not just spring on you. Also Ruby made SUCH A PERFECT WHY CHOOSE here that I got second hand jealousy in the scenes between Jonas and Damon. I WANT THEM OBSESSED WITH HER ONLY !!!!!! Now Professor Beast Maverick made me like him more here, because he was pure dedication to Raven ONLY and he was so attentive and in tune with her that literally melted me ! Don’t get me wrong the other 2 are too, you can’t even say each one is MORE obsessed with her because they all are, but the fact that Maverick was with her only made it a better bond. Idk call me a bitter bitch but that’s how I feel. Regardless I ABSOLUTELY LOVED the duet speak and stutter and loved this novela !
The way Ruby Darling portrayed Raven with real insecurities and real body with perfect imperfections that her men ABSOLUTELY WORSHIPPED AND ADORED ! I can’t with these 3 guys , I literally want to have them in real life FOR ME ! Fuck the rest, I want Doctor Dirty Damon, the Demigod Jonas and the Professor Beast Maverick 🥵🔥🥵🔥🥵🔥🥵🔥🥵
Gee …… so here yes it’s more about them living life and getting adjusted but we also have Raven getting her last revenge with her men help and we have them doing their ABSOLUTE BEST TO MAKE HER UNDERSTAND HOW MUCH THEY ARE UTTERLY COMPLETELY DOWN BAD OBSESSED WITH HER and HOW MUCH THEY LOVE HER the way she is and HOW MUCH THEY DESIRE every single perfect imperfection she has. It melted my heart…..
I am still NOT a fan of Jonas and Damon together because like I said in my review of the duet it seemed unnecessary and like it happen to please the masses…. Because Damon is SOOOOOOOOO COMPLETELY obsessed with Raven , the man stayed 3 years without any woman just so he could be HER first and be clean for her only , he dropped his entire life and career to follow and stalk her in college and help with her revenge. Then you tell me that after very few and not even important interactions he then ALSO love Jonas ? Pleaseeeee be so fucking for real now. And on the other hand Jonas is would literally DIE for Raven, he is sooooooo needy with her and so so sooooooooooo obsessed that it doesn’t make any sense that out of nowhere he than also love Damon . FUCK THAT ! I am a MMF LOVERRRRRRRRR that’s my favorite type of why choose is with swords crossing and when they are obsessed with the girl equally of even more. But it needs to have development and history and not just spring on you. Also Ruby made SUCH A PERFECT WHY CHOOSE here that I got second hand jealousy in the scenes between Jonas and Damon. I WANT THEM OBSESSED WITH HER ONLY !!!!!! Now Professor Beast Maverick made me like him more here, because he was pure dedication to Raven ONLY and he was so attentive and in tune with her that literally melted me ! Don’t get me wrong the other 2 are too, you can’t even say each one is MORE obsessed with her because they all are, but the fact that Maverick was with her only made it a better bond. Idk call me a bitter bitch but that’s how I feel. Regardless I ABSOLUTELY LOVED the duet speak and stutter and loved this novela !
March 11, 2026
The end of my babies story :( loved following these characters and seeing Raven finally get her revenge. I live for a woman who doesn’t stand for shit and does what she has to do. Doesn’t hurt to have 3 men obsessed with you and will do anything for you as well 😂
February 26, 2026
This was literally everything I wanted for more of Raven & her men! Although I could read about these 4 forever! The spice in this was so freaking hot and filthy, and I ate it up. Ruby’s writing always has me wanting to keep going and is so poetic at times. I mean the way that Damon, Jonas, & Mav all speak to and about Raven always has me swooning!
Audiobook:
The audio for Always is performed in duet by Heather Firth and Joe Arden & they both did an amazing job! At times, you wouldn't even know that there was only one male narrator because the voices for each character were so different and perfect. I would definitely re-listen to this in a heartbeat and would recommend this one, as well as Speak & Stutter, on audio!
What to expect:
💜Why choose
💜Revenge
💜High spice
💜Breeding kink
💜Insatiable men
Audiobook:
The audio for Always is performed in duet by Heather Firth and Joe Arden & they both did an amazing job! At times, you wouldn't even know that there was only one male narrator because the voices for each character were so different and perfect. I would definitely re-listen to this in a heartbeat and would recommend this one, as well as Speak & Stutter, on audio!
What to expect:
💜Why choose
💜Revenge
💜High spice
💜Breeding kink
💜Insatiable men
March 10, 2026
WOWZA!!!
*ALC Review*
Ruby you truly outdid yourself with this attack your book. I’m really sad. This series is officially over. It’s been a wild ride and I enjoyed every second of it. There’s something about your writing that leaves an impression on me every single time.
I just wanna do a massive shout out to Joe Arden and Heather Firth. Both of you were the embodiment of Raven, Damon, Maverick, Jonas, and every character in this book. Sweet baby Jesus this book is hands-down one of the spiciest books. I’ve read and listened to this year. This book was a wild ride that didn’t disappoint one bit. This book will most definitely live rent free in my head for all eternity.
This book made me hot and bothered, at times broke my heart, make me blush, made me squeal, and so many other things. The spice in this book was out of the stratosphere. If you absolutely love a book that receives that beautiful HEA that we’ve all been waiting for, then they spoke is for you. Seriously people you need to get this book because it’s on a whole different level.
*ALC Review*
Ruby you truly outdid yourself with this attack your book. I’m really sad. This series is officially over. It’s been a wild ride and I enjoyed every second of it. There’s something about your writing that leaves an impression on me every single time.
I just wanna do a massive shout out to Joe Arden and Heather Firth. Both of you were the embodiment of Raven, Damon, Maverick, Jonas, and every character in this book. Sweet baby Jesus this book is hands-down one of the spiciest books. I’ve read and listened to this year. This book was a wild ride that didn’t disappoint one bit. This book will most definitely live rent free in my head for all eternity.
This book made me hot and bothered, at times broke my heart, make me blush, made me squeal, and so many other things. The spice in this book was out of the stratosphere. If you absolutely love a book that receives that beautiful HEA that we’ve all been waiting for, then they spoke is for you. Seriously people you need to get this book because it’s on a whole different level.
March 5, 2026
Holy. Fucking. Shit.
First off—thank you to Ruby for giving us more time in this world with these characters because I am somehow even more obsessed now… and also devastated it’s over.
This novella is spice after spice after spice and I devoured it. Left absolutely no crumbs. And I’m saying this with my full chest: nobody writes spice like Ruby writes spice.
I won’t say too much because we stay spoiler-free around here, but this was sexy, emotional, and honestly everything I could’ve wanted for Raven. 🥹
And THE BREEDING KINK???
GOOD. LAWDDDDD.
This book had me blushing, sweating, and side-eyeing my headphones to make sure the volume wasn’t up too loud.
You know those books your husband ends up loving… even though he didn’t read them?
Yeah.
This is one of those books.
First off—thank you to Ruby for giving us more time in this world with these characters because I am somehow even more obsessed now… and also devastated it’s over.
This novella is spice after spice after spice and I devoured it. Left absolutely no crumbs. And I’m saying this with my full chest: nobody writes spice like Ruby writes spice.
I won’t say too much because we stay spoiler-free around here, but this was sexy, emotional, and honestly everything I could’ve wanted for Raven. 🥹
And THE BREEDING KINK???
GOOD. LAWDDDDD.
This book had me blushing, sweating, and side-eyeing my headphones to make sure the volume wasn’t up too loud.
You know those books your husband ends up loving… even though he didn’t read them?
Yeah.
This is one of those books.
November 24, 2025
I am not ready to say goodbye to them 😭 WHAT A PERFECT ENDINGGGG. the way THESE MEN LOVE HER, gosh it hurts. its everything and ill be thinking of these 4 forever. AND THE SPICE? ya ...she brought it in this book but its so much more than that. its closure, its love, its healing.
December 7, 2025
Ruby does passion, why-choose, smut and book boyfriends so well! Another great read from her 👏🏼
This novella was an amazing ending to their story. The dynamic relationship between them all is as spicy as ever. I m still a huge Josh fan. What a boy!
Hopefully we get a few more snippets of them in Sabrinas story. I will for sure miss them.
This novella was an amazing ending to their story. The dynamic relationship between them all is as spicy as ever. I m still a huge Josh fan. What a boy!
Hopefully we get a few more snippets of them in Sabrinas story. I will for sure miss them.
December 22, 2025
I. Am. Obsessed!! This novella was the perfect send-off for Raven and her men. Every page felt like a soft, tender gift. Moments that reminded me why I fell in love with them in the first place. Balanced with the kind of spice that has always made their dynamic so electric. And that final lullaby? That wasn't just a goodbye, it felt like a heartfelt tribute to Raven’s entire journey, I felt it deep in my bones.
My only real issue is the ache it leaves behind. How am I supposed to continue with my life without more of their story?
My only real issue is the ache it leaves behind. How am I supposed to continue with my life without more of their story?
December 13, 2025
Always by Ruby Darling is book 2 in the Rayne-Moore University Duet. This is a why choose novella full of insatiable men and a gorgeous woman. It is loaded with chemistry and is the perfect ending to the two part duet. It answers the questions left unsaid and wraps it all up in a nice little bow.
Raven is like every real woman. She has all the insecurities and body image issues. Her gorgeous 3 guys, Jonas, Maverick, and Damon though know how to make her feel gorgeous and like a real woman. I loved all of them and the dynamic they all brought to the room
This novella just made me happy and I am so ready to see what this author brings us next!
Raven is like every real woman. She has all the insecurities and body image issues. Her gorgeous 3 guys, Jonas, Maverick, and Damon though know how to make her feel gorgeous and like a real woman. I loved all of them and the dynamic they all brought to the room
This novella just made me happy and I am so ready to see what this author brings us next!
April 21, 2026
A bitter sweet end to a fantastic series. I am so glad that Raven and the guys all got the happily ever after finally in this and it was just a perfect way of ending their story. This was also such a steamy, hella time. So, if you’re wanting mainly smut this is definately going to be that book for you. Super spicy, super fun.
March 3, 2026
ALC Review
Raven Monroe and her three men were the first Ruby M. Darling characters I’d ever met. What I quickly learned in “Speak” and “Stutter” is that Ruby deliberately plates a story in which all of the competing character profiles compliment each other without pulling from the heart of the meal: a woman who owns her power and follows her own taste for revenge.
There’s plenty of suspense and character development served equally with notes of humor, spice and dirty banter. Always is a novella, a finale, to accompany the RMU duet.
What Ruby manages to do with Always, in a rebellious and ravenous way, is to let the characters have plenty of emotional and physical intimacy in their own languages. Raven took hold of the pen; Jonas, Damon and Maverick provided a delicious place for her to sketch out and orchestrate one final melody.
It’s Raven’s best work yet.
Heather Firth is back as Raven — and the emotional depth Raven explores as she navigates her domestic relationship with all three men brings softness to Raven’s independent heart. Heather voices Raven’s inner monologue in full voice, and her performance with Raven’s speech and signing are exceptionally raw.
Heather’s natural raspiness and overall tone is a like dipping a paintbrush into just the right colors to paint a perfect gradient — a blended build-up of Raven’s intense feelings and actions while she tries to make sense of this shift in her life. I really enjoyed Raven’s moments with her mom (that black-cat FMC energy is Heather’s weapon of choice).
While I love Raven when she’s full of love and fun, her revenge era is powerfully dark.
Joe “why-choose” Arden brings back the three hottest men in any reader’s dream harem.
The menu?
Obsessive French Doctor Daddy with a penchant for cooking and caretaking.
Dominant Southern Professor with a proclivity for rutting season.
Flirty and Dirty Professional Football Player with a heart of gold and a need to please his baby…and his daddy.
Damon, Maverick and Jonas are the sun, moon and infinite sky in Raven’s universe. Each man provides so much effortless worship energy. Raven’s three men have a greater obsession in common; something they really want to see happen for Raven. The primal desire Joe gives to each of them is as strong as the emotional openness and unconditional acceptance he has given them. The men have helped shape this found family dynamic that is comfortable, curious and categorically HOT.
Joe gives over to these high spice scenes by giving their softer sides a chance to be just as potent. His performance adds a level of emotional intimacy that Heather matches in Raven’s role during these consuming scenes.
Both actors deliver the character to the front of those steamy performances without overreaching. Raven is the maestro of it all: the sexual and non-sexual acts are motivated by a simple and devoted love.
Sweet doesn’t have to balance heat when it is already embedded into the dynamics and is the foundation for the physical relationship. When the heat gets turned up, the characters simply have more time to lean in to their adoration and carefree exploration with each other.
If you’ve been with Raven, Damon, Jonas and Maverick since “Speak”, then you will be very satisfied with their HEA novella.
Raven Monroe and her three men were the first Ruby M. Darling characters I’d ever met. What I quickly learned in “Speak” and “Stutter” is that Ruby deliberately plates a story in which all of the competing character profiles compliment each other without pulling from the heart of the meal: a woman who owns her power and follows her own taste for revenge.
There’s plenty of suspense and character development served equally with notes of humor, spice and dirty banter. Always is a novella, a finale, to accompany the RMU duet.
What Ruby manages to do with Always, in a rebellious and ravenous way, is to let the characters have plenty of emotional and physical intimacy in their own languages. Raven took hold of the pen; Jonas, Damon and Maverick provided a delicious place for her to sketch out and orchestrate one final melody.
It’s Raven’s best work yet.
Heather Firth is back as Raven — and the emotional depth Raven explores as she navigates her domestic relationship with all three men brings softness to Raven’s independent heart. Heather voices Raven’s inner monologue in full voice, and her performance with Raven’s speech and signing are exceptionally raw.
Heather’s natural raspiness and overall tone is a like dipping a paintbrush into just the right colors to paint a perfect gradient — a blended build-up of Raven’s intense feelings and actions while she tries to make sense of this shift in her life. I really enjoyed Raven’s moments with her mom (that black-cat FMC energy is Heather’s weapon of choice).
While I love Raven when she’s full of love and fun, her revenge era is powerfully dark.
Joe “why-choose” Arden brings back the three hottest men in any reader’s dream harem.
The menu?
Obsessive French Doctor Daddy with a penchant for cooking and caretaking.
Dominant Southern Professor with a proclivity for rutting season.
Flirty and Dirty Professional Football Player with a heart of gold and a need to please his baby…and his daddy.
Damon, Maverick and Jonas are the sun, moon and infinite sky in Raven’s universe. Each man provides so much effortless worship energy. Raven’s three men have a greater obsession in common; something they really want to see happen for Raven. The primal desire Joe gives to each of them is as strong as the emotional openness and unconditional acceptance he has given them. The men have helped shape this found family dynamic that is comfortable, curious and categorically HOT.
Joe gives over to these high spice scenes by giving their softer sides a chance to be just as potent. His performance adds a level of emotional intimacy that Heather matches in Raven’s role during these consuming scenes.
Both actors deliver the character to the front of those steamy performances without overreaching. Raven is the maestro of it all: the sexual and non-sexual acts are motivated by a simple and devoted love.
Sweet doesn’t have to balance heat when it is already embedded into the dynamics and is the foundation for the physical relationship. When the heat gets turned up, the characters simply have more time to lean in to their adoration and carefree exploration with each other.
If you’ve been with Raven, Damon, Jonas and Maverick since “Speak”, then you will be very satisfied with their HEA novella.
February 22, 2026
This story brings us back to Raven and her men. They sense her pulling away, weighed down by insecurity, and respond in the only way they know how, by surrounding her with unwavering reassurance and devotion. Every word and action is a reminder that she means everything to them, and their love is poured out in ways that leave no doubt about how deeply they feel.
It’s a quick, super spicy novella, exactly what we have come to expect from these four. Heather Firth and Joe Arden once again deliver a flawless performance, capturing the heart of the story and the unique dynamic between these characters. Their narration makes the love, tension, and undeniable chemistry feel real from start to finish.
Thank you, Ruby M. Darling and Blue Nose Audio for the ALC.
It’s a quick, super spicy novella, exactly what we have come to expect from these four. Heather Firth and Joe Arden once again deliver a flawless performance, capturing the heart of the story and the unique dynamic between these characters. Their narration makes the love, tension, and undeniable chemistry feel real from start to finish.
Thank you, Ruby M. Darling and Blue Nose Audio for the ALC.
March 1, 2026
Audiobook 4.5⭐️
Spice 3🌶️
Story 4 ⭐️
Always by Ruby M Darling is the novella that is part of the Tongueless duet. Before you dive into this novella you should read the previous books in this order, as they are interconnected and will spoil the stories for you. Book 1 is Speak, book 2 is Stutter, but I would urge you to read Scream as well, as the timeline of this novella falls within that timeframe and is connected to that story.
You are in for a spicy ride, when the “daddies” will treat you as the good girl that you are! Raven and her man were among my absolute favourite choices the whole time, and having some loose ends finalized was very satisfying.
Audiobook: narrated in Duet style by Joe Arden and Heather Firth this audiobook will ignite and make you sweat for how hot it is! Both narrators gave their all and are showing!
Thank you Blue Nose Audio for this amazing opportunity, my opinions are my own!
Spice 3🌶️
Story 4 ⭐️
Always by Ruby M Darling is the novella that is part of the Tongueless duet. Before you dive into this novella you should read the previous books in this order, as they are interconnected and will spoil the stories for you. Book 1 is Speak, book 2 is Stutter, but I would urge you to read Scream as well, as the timeline of this novella falls within that timeframe and is connected to that story.
You are in for a spicy ride, when the “daddies” will treat you as the good girl that you are! Raven and her man were among my absolute favourite choices the whole time, and having some loose ends finalized was very satisfying.
Audiobook: narrated in Duet style by Joe Arden and Heather Firth this audiobook will ignite and make you sweat for how hot it is! Both narrators gave their all and are showing!
Thank you Blue Nose Audio for this amazing opportunity, my opinions are my own!
March 7, 2026
What am absolute fucking good time this was. I didn’t realize just how much I have missed these characters abs story since finishing it until I got to come back into it. Getting this part of their story was chefs kiss. Oh how I have missed Jonas silly ass. Loved how we come full circle and complete with the story. Finally Raven getting her final piece of the puzzle with her revenge journey and them finally getting to come together as a family in all the ways they always wanted. They will forever be my fave little family.
April 14, 2026
To be fully transparent here, I don’t think we needed a whole novella to answer the questions we had from the last book.
That being said, the best part of these books is definitely the relationships and the depth of the characters and that is still the case here.
We do find out what’s going on with her mom but really, that’s it plot wise.
Again, the editing here really needs work but it was overall a good novella.
3⭐️
5🌶️
That being said, the best part of these books is definitely the relationships and the depth of the characters and that is still the case here.
We do find out what’s going on with her mom but really, that’s it plot wise.
Again, the editing here really needs work but it was overall a good novella.
3⭐️
5🌶️
March 4, 2026
How do you end such an amazing story? I need more of raven and her men. I am absolutely a professor fan, he definitely hits the spot for my likes lol. I mean I wouldn’t want to give any of them up, but he is definitely my favorite. The spice in this book is top level like the first 2 and I’m here for it! I am so glad Raven was able to get closure with all those who plotted against her. She deserves that happiness. And those men, they stick by her side no matter what and help her do whatever she wants! Now I need more of her bestie and her two men!
Oh and how can I forget…George is finally home!!
The audio for this was once again top tier content. Joe Arden and Heather Firth have done such an amazing job with this series. They’ve kept the same character voices throughout each book and the speed of which the recordings line up are perfect. You never know if one speaks slower than the other bc they are either sped up or slowed down to match, that that makes my adhd/ocd so happy! Absolutely amazing job bluenose and narrators!!
Oh and how can I forget…George is finally home!!
The audio for this was once again top tier content. Joe Arden and Heather Firth have done such an amazing job with this series. They’ve kept the same character voices throughout each book and the speed of which the recordings line up are perfect. You never know if one speaks slower than the other bc they are either sped up or slowed down to match, that that makes my adhd/ocd so happy! Absolutely amazing job bluenose and narrators!!
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March 15, 2026🥵🥵🥵
Wow! That was HOT! I love Raven and her men!! Especially Jonas! Always was so spicy! The scene were Raven tries to get Jonas to tell her the surprise when he came out the bathroom....🥵🥵🥵 I'm glad Raven got her revenge and her men! Heather and Joe did such an amazing job narrating!!
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Wow! That was HOT! I love Raven and her men!! Especially Jonas! Always was so spicy! The scene were Raven tries to get Jonas to tell her the surprise when he came out the bathroom....🥵🥵🥵 I'm glad Raven got her revenge and her men! Heather and Joe did such an amazing job narrating!!
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March 4, 2026
Oh my. Ruby has done it again. She gives Raven, Jonas, Damon, and Maverick the ending they totally deserve.
Heather Firth and Joe Arden once again blow the narration out of the water. They also deserve unlimited stars.
Heather Firth and Joe Arden once again blow the narration out of the water. They also deserve unlimited stars.
November 29, 2025
Rating: 4.5 ⭐️
Delicious little wrap up of four characters I’ve loved throughout this series. I hope we see them again with Sabrina!
Delicious little wrap up of four characters I’ve loved throughout this series. I hope we see them again with Sabrina!
April 25, 2026
Wrapped up the series nicely. The audiobook was fantastic as always
May 10, 2026
This is getting an extra star solely for the pegging bahaha 🤣🤭
I don’t make the rules 🤷🏼♀️🤣😮💨
Oh how I love reading about men getting fucked. 😩🫣
I don’t make the rules 🤷🏼♀️🤣😮💨
Oh how I love reading about men getting fucked. 😩🫣
March 3, 2026
I absolutely loved being back with Raven and her men. This novella was smutty as hell and I was chucking ice cold water while listening to Heather Firth and Joe Arden narrate. This book wrapped Raven's story in nice pretty bow. She can finally live happily ever after with her men and no shadows lingering.
Thank you so much Ruby and BNA for the ALC! Heather and Joe did amazing as always narrating these characters and honing in on the emotions to bring these characters to life.
Thank you so much Ruby and BNA for the ALC! Heather and Joe did amazing as always narrating these characters and honing in on the emotions to bring these characters to life.
March 7, 2026
So I got the opportunity to continue this series and to listen to this novella and I quite liked it! I loved the narrators and loved how the overall plot went!
December 28, 2025
60% Ruby written spice & 40% plot? yes please. this was a quick fun time back with my favorites. Some revenge, some fun surprises, and a whole lot of sheeeesh 🥵😅 loved this one!
January 12, 2026
Always
by Ruby M Darling
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
This novella is the latest addition to the Rayne-Moore University Duet Speak and Stutter. This Novella follows Raven and her men after Rayne-Moore University. Not much thriller suspense, but it is sweet and fills in some of the story we missed in the duet and Scream. I love Raven and her men!!! Speak & Stutter Duet along with Raven’s bestie in Scream are among my top favorites for 2025! So, I highly recommend you read these along with the novella. Both the duet and novella are why choose.
Reading order:
Speak
Stutter
Scream
Always
by Ruby M Darling
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
This novella is the latest addition to the Rayne-Moore University Duet Speak and Stutter. This Novella follows Raven and her men after Rayne-Moore University. Not much thriller suspense, but it is sweet and fills in some of the story we missed in the duet and Scream. I love Raven and her men!!! Speak & Stutter Duet along with Raven’s bestie in Scream are among my top favorites for 2025! So, I highly recommend you read these along with the novella. Both the duet and novella are why choose.
Reading order:
Speak
Stutter
Scream
Always
January 27, 2026
Sweet 🍭 + spicy 🌶️ + shmurder 🔪?
Say less.
Picking up where we left off at the end of the Tongueless duet we reconvene with Raven and her men as they navigate their future together. As all three of Raven’s men progress in their perspective futures- Raven finds herself questioning and doubting herself. Little does she know what these three have cooked up for her 😈
Being back in the Rayne Moore world was such a breath of fresh air. These characters are so special to me and I can easily go from gasping to kicking my feet to being on the edge of my seat all in one chapter.
Another absolute banger from my girl Ruby. I swear I could never get sick of reading about these 4 and their antics. Always grateful for being able to be a part of their story 🖤
Say less.
Picking up where we left off at the end of the Tongueless duet we reconvene with Raven and her men as they navigate their future together. As all three of Raven’s men progress in their perspective futures- Raven finds herself questioning and doubting herself. Little does she know what these three have cooked up for her 😈
Being back in the Rayne Moore world was such a breath of fresh air. These characters are so special to me and I can easily go from gasping to kicking my feet to being on the edge of my seat all in one chapter.
Another absolute banger from my girl Ruby. I swear I could never get sick of reading about these 4 and their antics. Always grateful for being able to be a part of their story 🖤
March 4, 2026
ALC REVIEW
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
🎧🎧🎧🎧🎧
Duet narration Joe Arden and Heather Firth
Production of Blue Nose Audio
Only Ruby would write a novella that will make you Laugh, cry and yearn to have what they have.
The ultimate trifecta!!
We get an EMOTIONAL wedding, with tear jerking vows from all three men
Raven's insecurities are quickly put to rest by the ever growing love from all her husbands.
She also finally took care of the last remaining connection to her past, and booooooyyy was it a scene !!! I have a new found respect for Jonas .
Thanks BNA for providing me with a ALC if this amazing story!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
🎧🎧🎧🎧🎧
Duet narration Joe Arden and Heather Firth
Production of Blue Nose Audio
Only Ruby would write a novella that will make you Laugh, cry and yearn to have what they have.
The ultimate trifecta!!
We get an EMOTIONAL wedding, with tear jerking vows from all three men
Raven's insecurities are quickly put to rest by the ever growing love from all her husbands.
She also finally took care of the last remaining connection to her past, and booooooyyy was it a scene !!! I have a new found respect for Jonas .
Thanks BNA for providing me with a ALC if this amazing story!
November 25, 2025
4.5/5⭐️
This was of course, a perfect way to reunite with Raven and her men. It was beautiful to see how much they still loved and adored her, and that they would be forever devoted to her. Their wedding was *chefs kiss* and the idea behind her ring was so cute and special. I loved how there were a piece of each of her men that formed one ring— encompassing their never-ending love for her. I of course loved seeing the love between Damon and Jonas, that love all more apparent when the 3 of them would come together as one 🥹 Also loved the moment on the roof after Raven got the gargoyle for Jonas and had a cute little bonding moment with Maverick. And also a loud ADIOS to that bitch Sofia 👋🏼 she no longer gets to make Raven feel bad about herself any longer!! She’ll now to get to live her life feel cherished and beautiful forever alongside her family and their future babies.
Some things that bothered me but could probably just be me in general: the lingo when it comes to MF scenes actually kill me. Like pls stop saying “cream” in place of what it’s meant for like it actually cringes me out so bad 🤣🤣 A lot of books are like this, not just this one specifically but like just call it what it is please lol. Other than that, I enjoyed!
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“You are everything my heart desires, and so much more, Siren.”
“Damon likes to see her fly; Jonas prefers to ruffle her feathers and I? I enjoy seeing her a whimpering mess caused by my destruction of her tattered soul that's sunken its talons into mine.”
“The full moon casts a glow on my fallen angel’s skin, and I know, without a doubt, I’d follow her into the pits of hell. As long as it’s for eternity.”
“I have my own beacon of light. My own anchor. My own devil.”
“What began as an infatuation, an obsession, became so much more. Your silence captivated me but soon I realized it wasn’t your silence at all. It was you. I had fallen for you in so many different ways on so many different days.”
“But you accepted my form of crazy and never batted an eye. I told you once I never want to miss a single thing you do, and I meant it. I am so in love with you and all I want, every day of every hour, is you.”
“You bring me a peace I can’t live without. You are the comfort, the refuge, the peace my heart, soul and mind have searched for for what feels like eons. You saw me and accepted me as I am and never asked for more even when I did. I’m still not exactly sure what I did to even deserve a glimpse of you.” (Maverick im crying!!!)
“You kill me, Jonas Anderson. You and Amourette are my everything. Chacune de mes petites morts t'appartiendra.” “Every little death of mine will belong to you.””
“This is everything. Every praise from Damon, every whimper and moan from Raven, the degradation and praise that comes from Maverick in the same breath, it’s everything. Maybe my mind is truly fucking warped or maybe this is everything I’ve wanted and never knew I needed to feel… sane. Because it all makes sense to me. Him. Her. Them. Us.”
“I married very, very evil, beautiful men. I am so very happy. What a wonderful way to die: Death by Dick.”
“I didn’t think this would ever be possible for me.” He sniffs but laughs softly. “And now I have the best wife, husband, and brother ever. Damon… my heart feels like it’s erupting all the time. Is that normal?” (Yeah im emo ily Jonas)
“I am fully aware these two will be the death of me. But at least I’ll die happily and so very, very loved. Of that, I am so very sure of.”
“Because this is it. Everything I have ever wanted, and she’s blessing me with forever. My Siren. My Angel. My wife.”
““Mon toujours.” My always.”
This was of course, a perfect way to reunite with Raven and her men. It was beautiful to see how much they still loved and adored her, and that they would be forever devoted to her. Their wedding was *chefs kiss* and the idea behind her ring was so cute and special. I loved how there were a piece of each of her men that formed one ring— encompassing their never-ending love for her. I of course loved seeing the love between Damon and Jonas, that love all more apparent when the 3 of them would come together as one 🥹 Also loved the moment on the roof after Raven got the gargoyle for Jonas and had a cute little bonding moment with Maverick. And also a loud ADIOS to that bitch Sofia 👋🏼 she no longer gets to make Raven feel bad about herself any longer!! She’ll now to get to live her life feel cherished and beautiful forever alongside her family and their future babies.
Some things that bothered me but could probably just be me in general: the lingo when it comes to MF scenes actually kill me. Like pls stop saying “cream” in place of what it’s meant for like it actually cringes me out so bad 🤣🤣 A lot of books are like this, not just this one specifically but like just call it what it is please lol. Other than that, I enjoyed!
—
“You are everything my heart desires, and so much more, Siren.”
“Damon likes to see her fly; Jonas prefers to ruffle her feathers and I? I enjoy seeing her a whimpering mess caused by my destruction of her tattered soul that's sunken its talons into mine.”
“The full moon casts a glow on my fallen angel’s skin, and I know, without a doubt, I’d follow her into the pits of hell. As long as it’s for eternity.”
“I have my own beacon of light. My own anchor. My own devil.”
“What began as an infatuation, an obsession, became so much more. Your silence captivated me but soon I realized it wasn’t your silence at all. It was you. I had fallen for you in so many different ways on so many different days.”
“But you accepted my form of crazy and never batted an eye. I told you once I never want to miss a single thing you do, and I meant it. I am so in love with you and all I want, every day of every hour, is you.”
“You bring me a peace I can’t live without. You are the comfort, the refuge, the peace my heart, soul and mind have searched for for what feels like eons. You saw me and accepted me as I am and never asked for more even when I did. I’m still not exactly sure what I did to even deserve a glimpse of you.” (Maverick im crying!!!)
“You kill me, Jonas Anderson. You and Amourette are my everything. Chacune de mes petites morts t'appartiendra.” “Every little death of mine will belong to you.””
“This is everything. Every praise from Damon, every whimper and moan from Raven, the degradation and praise that comes from Maverick in the same breath, it’s everything. Maybe my mind is truly fucking warped or maybe this is everything I’ve wanted and never knew I needed to feel… sane. Because it all makes sense to me. Him. Her. Them. Us.”
“I married very, very evil, beautiful men. I am so very happy. What a wonderful way to die: Death by Dick.”
“I didn’t think this would ever be possible for me.” He sniffs but laughs softly. “And now I have the best wife, husband, and brother ever. Damon… my heart feels like it’s erupting all the time. Is that normal?” (Yeah im emo ily Jonas)
“I am fully aware these two will be the death of me. But at least I’ll die happily and so very, very loved. Of that, I am so very sure of.”
“Because this is it. Everything I have ever wanted, and she’s blessing me with forever. My Siren. My Angel. My wife.”
““Mon toujours.” My always.”
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 3, 2026
4.5⭐️ I genuinely don’t understand how such a short novella managed to make me feel THIS happy, but here we are 😭💖 Ruby Darling really said “let me give you comfort, obsession, and soft chaos in one go” and I ate it up. I absolutely LOVED Raven and every single one of her men—like, no notes on the dynamic as a whole because it just worked for me on such a satisfying level. This felt like coming home to characters I was already obsessed with, and getting to just exist with them a little longer.
One thing I will never shut up about is how Raven is written. The insecurities? The real, human body? The “perfect imperfections”? I’m obsessed. And the way her men don’t just accept her but actively worship every single part of her??? I melted. Completely. Ruby Darling did such a good job making Raven feel real while also giving her that “you are the center of my universe” energy from all three men, and I swear it healed something in my brain chemistry 🥺✨
And speaking of the men… I NEED THEM. Immediately. For myself. I don’t want options, I want Doctor Dirty Damon, Demigod Jonas, and Professor Beast Maverick exactly as they are 🥵🔥 The level of obsession these men have for Raven is actually insane in the best way possible. The whole vibe of this novella is basically them proving, over and over again, just how deeply in love and down bad they are for her, and I was living for every second of it.
Plot-wise, this is definitely more about them settling into their dynamic and just living life together, but we still get some really satisfying moments—especially with Raven getting her final revenge with their help. And again, the emotional core of this story is THEM showing HER that she is everything. Every insecurity she has gets met with reassurance, desire, and devotion, and it was honestly so soft and heart-melting to read 💕
Now… I do have to be real about one thing. I am still not sold on Damon and Jonas together. I said it before and I’ll say it again—it just didn’t feel developed enough. Damon being completely obsessed with Raven to the point of shaping his entire life around her? Believable. Jonas being utterly gone for her, needy and devoted? Also believable. But them suddenly having feelings for each other without the same depth or buildup? It just didn’t hit the same for me. And this is coming from someone who LOVES MMF dynamics with that element—it just needs proper development, and here it felt a bit rushed.
That being said… Maverick? Oh he won me over here. The fact that his focus stayed solely on Raven made his connection with her feel extra intimate and grounded, and I loved seeing how attentive and in tune he was with her. Not that the others weren’t—because they absolutely were—but there was something about Maverick’s energy in this one that just hit differently for me 🥹
Overall, I adored this. Like genuinely, wholeheartedly loved it. After falling in love with Speak and Stutter, this novella felt like the perfect little bonus that let me soak in these characters a bit longer. Flaws and all, I had the BEST time with this one and I would absolutely recommend it if you’re already invested in this world 💖
One thing I will never shut up about is how Raven is written. The insecurities? The real, human body? The “perfect imperfections”? I’m obsessed. And the way her men don’t just accept her but actively worship every single part of her??? I melted. Completely. Ruby Darling did such a good job making Raven feel real while also giving her that “you are the center of my universe” energy from all three men, and I swear it healed something in my brain chemistry 🥺✨
And speaking of the men… I NEED THEM. Immediately. For myself. I don’t want options, I want Doctor Dirty Damon, Demigod Jonas, and Professor Beast Maverick exactly as they are 🥵🔥 The level of obsession these men have for Raven is actually insane in the best way possible. The whole vibe of this novella is basically them proving, over and over again, just how deeply in love and down bad they are for her, and I was living for every second of it.
Plot-wise, this is definitely more about them settling into their dynamic and just living life together, but we still get some really satisfying moments—especially with Raven getting her final revenge with their help. And again, the emotional core of this story is THEM showing HER that she is everything. Every insecurity she has gets met with reassurance, desire, and devotion, and it was honestly so soft and heart-melting to read 💕
Now… I do have to be real about one thing. I am still not sold on Damon and Jonas together. I said it before and I’ll say it again—it just didn’t feel developed enough. Damon being completely obsessed with Raven to the point of shaping his entire life around her? Believable. Jonas being utterly gone for her, needy and devoted? Also believable. But them suddenly having feelings for each other without the same depth or buildup? It just didn’t hit the same for me. And this is coming from someone who LOVES MMF dynamics with that element—it just needs proper development, and here it felt a bit rushed.
That being said… Maverick? Oh he won me over here. The fact that his focus stayed solely on Raven made his connection with her feel extra intimate and grounded, and I loved seeing how attentive and in tune he was with her. Not that the others weren’t—because they absolutely were—but there was something about Maverick’s energy in this one that just hit differently for me 🥹
Overall, I adored this. Like genuinely, wholeheartedly loved it. After falling in love with Speak and Stutter, this novella felt like the perfect little bonus that let me soak in these characters a bit longer. Flaws and all, I had the BEST time with this one and I would absolutely recommend it if you’re already invested in this world 💖
March 6, 2026
Always by Ruby M. Darling is a masterful conclusion to an unforgettable series, capturing the raw, uncomfortable emotions that protagonist Raven navigates. This instalment delves into the deeply relatable insecurities and fears that often silence our truths, yet it highlights the redemptive power of true love and friendship, the kind that offers solace and understanding amid chaos. Raven’s relationships with her men Damon, Maverick, and Jonas are a cornerstone of her journey, each offering a unique facet of love and support that aids her healing. Their relationships are not just passionate but precisely attuned to Raven’s multifaceted needs. As side characters come into their own, the narrative gains emotional depth and complexity, with unexpected twists that maintain suspense until the final page. Overall, Always is a poignant, thrilling final symphony for Raven and her dreamy harem that celebrates the transformative power of love and connection.
The return of Heather Firth as Raven in this compelling narrative brings a refreshing depth to the character’s journey through her dynamic relationships with three distinct men. Firth’s portrayal of Raven’s inner monologue is delivered with such authenticity that it captures the character’s multifaceted nature, her strength, fragility, and fiery spirit resonating powerfully with the audience. Alongside her, Joe Arden’s depiction of every woman’s dream harem, Damon, Maverick, and Jonas adds layers of complexity and allure. Each man, with his unique traits, complements Raven’s world, creating a rich tapestry of love, obsession, and unconditional acceptance. The Joe and Heather’s performances in the high-intensity scenes are imbued with a deep emotional intimacy that elevates the storyline. Their ability to balance the raw heat with genuine affection highlights a profound found family dynamic that is as tender as it is fervent. This narrative is not just about the physical connection but also about the simple, devoted love that binds these characters together, making their exploration of each other both heartfelt and exhilarating.
The return of Heather Firth as Raven in this compelling narrative brings a refreshing depth to the character’s journey through her dynamic relationships with three distinct men. Firth’s portrayal of Raven’s inner monologue is delivered with such authenticity that it captures the character’s multifaceted nature, her strength, fragility, and fiery spirit resonating powerfully with the audience. Alongside her, Joe Arden’s depiction of every woman’s dream harem, Damon, Maverick, and Jonas adds layers of complexity and allure. Each man, with his unique traits, complements Raven’s world, creating a rich tapestry of love, obsession, and unconditional acceptance. The Joe and Heather’s performances in the high-intensity scenes are imbued with a deep emotional intimacy that elevates the storyline. Their ability to balance the raw heat with genuine affection highlights a profound found family dynamic that is as tender as it is fervent. This narrative is not just about the physical connection but also about the simple, devoted love that binds these characters together, making their exploration of each other both heartfelt and exhilarating.
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