Sage doesn't know any life other than the one her abusive older brother and his best friend have forced her into. Limited outside time, no control over her hair or clothing, a nest she hates and body she isn’t comfortable with. Until a surprise scent-match shows up on their doorstep and awakens omega desires she didn't know she had.
Brooks, the gentle giant alpha daddy.
Riley, the flirtatious, bratty beta.
And Neveah, the steady, possessive goddess of an alpha.
They want to court her, treasure and protect her, but Sage doesn't see a way out of her brother's clutches. When she agrees to meet in secret, she sets all four of them on a path that feels remarkably close to fate.
But Sage’s brother isn’t willing to let her go without a fight… and her scent-matches may not be enough to keep her safe.
Bonded by Lavender is a standalone queer polyam / why choose small town romance intended for mature readers. It's full of hurt/comfort, bursting with sweet and spicy moments, and features plenty of knotting and swoony alphas. Everyone is with everyone - HEA guaranteed!
Bonded By Lavender was an absolutely fantastic book! It has definitely become one of my favorite Omegaverse reads! I loved how Sage really came into her own throughout the entire story. The confidence she was able to grow through the book was really gratifying to read. Vee and Brooks the consent king and queen! Sweet and bratty Riley! I ended up highlighting so much in this book because there were just SO MANY amazing moments and conversations being had! I truly CANNOT wait for everyone to get their hands on Bonded By Lavender, I honestly think it might be going down as a favorite read of the year (I know it’s only January). Trust me, you don’t want to miss out on this book! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Tropes: Why choose FFMM (everyone loves everyone) Light D/s dynamics “Good Girl” and “Good Boy” Scent matches “Daddy” All the fun omegaverse things (knotting, heats, bonding) CONSENT KING AND QUEEN alphas “Tell me your safe word” “Use your words” 🍑 getting turned RED
Content warning: Omega FMC goes through abus€ including verbal, emotional, mental, physical, financial, and s€xual (there are some non-descriptive scenes of physical but the s€xual is only told at past non-descriptive memories. Most on page abus€ is verbal, emotional, and mental) Mention of parents doing dr*gs and going to prison for it Abusiv€ brother On page descriptive s€x
Bonded by Lavender by Aura Frost is an omegaverse romance set in a small-town in Michigan that readers are sure to fall in love with. If you are unfamiliar with what an omegaverse romance is, well strap in fellow smut readers and ready yourself for a ride you won’t ever want to get off. Ms. Author does a fantastic job of dropping trigger warnings when needed, and explaining the awesomeness that is omegaverse, so no worries if you're feeling a little lost.
Our story starts off with Sage, our lovely but tragic Omega. Held captive by her so-called brother and his best friend, abused and manipulated into thinking that an Omega’s place is under the thump of any Alpha. Sage’s life is one of isolation, fear, and hunger. That is until she meets Brooks, her true scent match. Brooks opens a world of possibilities to her, the possibilities of a true pack. Through Brooks, a gentle giant Alpha of a man, Sage meets two other scent matches, quirky and chaotic Beta Riley and safety and security Nevaeh (Vee), together they rescue Sage from her captures and help her build the life she has always wanted. Life however isn’t always sunshines and rainbows, Sage and her pack must fight to keep their new happiness when Sage’s brother and friend come searching for her. Along their journey Pack Lavender bonds slowly grow, they experience new things together, make memories and grow together as both individuals and pack.
Eeeeep! What a book! I love these characters, Alpha Daddy Brooks and our little Sour Patch Riley, and let's not forget our Concent Queen Vee. Each member of the Pack played such a key role, each giving something to Sage that she desperately needed. But not only Sage, Brooks, Riley and Vee also have such a profound relationship with one another, each leaning into the other for guidance and warmth. Ms. Author’s writing is a mix of light humor and guiding light for her characters, not to mention just the right amount of spice that adds to the story instead of feeling like filler. Reading as Sage comes into her own personality, her own likes and dislikes, in a safe space where she is loved and cared for was such a joy. I hope to see more from this wonderful world soon!
It has come to this bookstagrammer’s attention that I have been silent on my latest obsession: Omegaverese books. But fear not, my feral, smut-loving readers, for I have a gift for you as penance for my oversight.
Bonded by Lavender (Omega Gardening Club Book 1) by Aura Frost needs to be your next read. (Releasing March 19th!)I did receive this book as an ARC but all thoughts and opinions are my own.
In a world filled with chaos, heartbreak, and awful people, leaving this bookstagrammer feeling….bleak lately, this book was like balm directly to the soul.
Whilst we cannot ignore the tragedies occurring in the world, we still need stories of hope to buoy us through. A gentle warning that this book contains some of the horrors of humanity’s darker side, and our dear Omega Sage starts off with a not-so-great pack - an abusive brother and his best friend. But please, do not let that turn you away, for the story couldn't be told without this part. Her pack shows up one by one, and they treasure her, crave her, and they truly love her. And she learns that it's okay to want them back, along with many other things. It helps that her two Alphas are consent royalty and bring along with them a sassy Sour Patch beta.
I loved Alpha Daddy Brook’s secure and gentle way of loving Sage. Alpha Vee’s secure yet quiet and commanding way of loving, mixed with Beta Riley’s chaotic but all-consuming love of life and Sage. It was perfect. Dearest reader, I read the book in 2 sittings (I had to drive in between and truly wished there was an audiobook or that I would have had a chauffeur to convey me around whilst I stayed immersed in this world). Frost’s writing is both humorous and heart-warming. Sage’s story is one of resilience and hope. Watching her blossom into the Omega, to the woman, she not only could but wanted to be was a delight.
I was dismayed when it was over, but I have hope for the future of this series. I know that Frost has many more stories to tell in this town, and I, for one, cannot wait to read them. Especially with the possible next main character hinted at towards the end - but alas, to find out who, you too must devour this book.
I couldn’t put this one down! I was reading it any chance I got, it had me so invested and I really enjoyed the outcome at the end! The beginning was a little nerve wracking for me and I was a little hesitant but once I got over that and Sage was in her new safe space I really enjoyed the read. Seeing Sage learn that what she’d been previously made to believe was in fact not reality and how she took that and became such a strong omega was beautiful and her lil babies Daisy and Bramble I’m kinda jealous she got to see Brooks carry them cause now I want to see that too! Riley oh sweet darling Riley, Brooks was so good for them and I absolutely adored seeing this sweet beta realise how important they are to the pack. I can’t forget the smoking hot Vee, she was amazing for Sage and her and Riley together just makes me swoon.
I’m very glad Sage’s brother and his jerk of a friend got what was coming for them! It had me on the edge of my seat.
Overall I really enjoyed this read, and I am very much looking forward to the next one!
Omgggg this was freaking AMAZING?!?! Howwww is this the author’s first OV??? I am obsessed with this book and so excited to read more of this world!
Sage my babyyyy! This sweet omega goes through HELL. Her journey to healing and learning to love is so beautiful. It starts off heavy and we slowly see hope shine through as she meets her scent matches and Pack Lavender is established.
Riley is such a fun character! They are bubbly and such a ray of sunshine in a pack of a healing Omega and two serious, protective Alphas.
“Alpha Daddy”
If I could have given this a 6th star simply for all the K-Pop Demon Hunters references, I would have.
TROPES: FNbFM Omegaverse Healing after escaping @bu$e Found Family Consent King and Queen
I love that we get to meet the omega gardening club and we get a peek into Siobhan’s head in the epilogue so I cannot WAIT to read more of this series and see where the world takes us!
This had me in all the feels! I was giggling and kicking my feet! I love how Aura made this an LGBTQIA book! It feels so inclusive!
Sage is just the cutest sassy bravest omega!! The struggles she went through didn't keep her down! I love how as the story went on she got more comfortable with her pack and the world around her!! Even with her animal sidekicks!!
Brooks the gentle alpha! He always making sure everyone is taken care of in and out of the bed room 😉 I need a Brooks in my life lol 😆
Riley is baby! I love them so much!! He is so sassy and a brat! I don't know how they can sit down most days 😜 Riley does make sure they have Sages back no matter what!
Vee is QUEEN!! I just want to bow down and kiss her feet! The way she will protect her pack and some how get Brooks on his knees 😉 is great! She is definitely the more dominant alpha in this pack!
You guys should definitely read about Pack Lavender 🥰
This was an great story. SO many different events happened. The heart break for the omega and the strength her pack showed was amazing. I loved how Sage was able to be vulnerable and strong at the same time and had amazing help from Riley, Vee and Brooks. Riley was so fun to read, they were fun and caring. Brooks was an amazing alpha who wasn't your stereotypical alpha- strong but kind. And Vee the sensual alpha who is so supportive and kind will do anything for her pack.
I just loved the support and kindness that was shown throughout the story, from her pack, the omegas in the gardening club and the town itself it was so fun. I also love little animal sidekicks, 100% adds to the story. This book had lots of fun, drama, and spice! I cannot wait for the other stories in the series!
Such a sweet omegaverse. The story starts off very sad as Sage our omega is in an unsafe home and forced to serve an abusive alpha and her brother.
From there it’s a sweet story about finding yourself and those who support you : both romantically and friendship based. It was warm and cozy.
I really enjoyed the pack dynamics: featuring two alphas one male and female, a sassy beta they/him and our sweet omega. They are all with eachother and figure out how their relationships work alongside Sage.
Thanks for reaching out and providing me with this advanced reader copy for my honest review Aura. The epilogue has me very curious for book 2!
Sage had me wrapped around her traumatized little Omega fingers, I am obsessed with her! She is the sweetest omega and goes through so much to find her pack. Her journey to healing and learning to love and advocate for herself is so beautiful. All of the characters are absolutely delightful, Alpha Daddy Brooks is so soft with him Omega and Beta, Vee keeps everyone safe and in line and Riley is the glue that keeps them all together. This is definitely one of my top five favorite OV books, I can't wait for more!
I adored this story! I really enjoyed the characters. Everytime Sage had an opinion or started laughing, my heart melted a little more for what she endured. I loved the relationship between the pack and really loved how they all loved each other. If you are looking for a good mmff polycule with a gentle giant, a Bratty beta and a strong and dominant female alpha this books it definitely worth the read!