Den of Paradise

by Eryn Hawk

As the head of the most prestigious pack in the city, Caine Devereux doesn’t have the time or desire for a mate. That is until a routine visit to one of his “clubs” sparks an encounter with an omega in heat, and his resolve wavers. For the first time in his life, he’s not repulsed by the scent that greets him, so he lets instinct take over. It’s only three nights, after all? Except, what Caine doesn’t expect is for that same omega to show up on his doorstep two years later, begging for his help.

He shouldn’t get involved, he’s not interested in the archaic existence his father expected of him, but he can’t deny how the wilful little thing has captured his attention—it’s been a while since anyone dared to show him their claws.

Dylan Park is down on his luck, a single man with hardly a penny to his name, and after his first heat compels him into the arms of a powerful stranger, his life takes a turn he never anticipated. He quickly realises there’s no escaping the wolf’s den once you’ve ventured in, and he’s given no choice but to seek the leader’s aid. He’s offered a lifetime of protection, and with his baby girl in mind, Dylan signs on the dotted line, forfeiting his freedom and the chance of a bond like his parents had.

One tryst was all it took to flip his world on its axis, to tie him to an arrogant Alpha who barely tolerates his presence. But is security really worth never experiencing a fairytale ending for himself?

DEN OF PARADISE is a standalone MM non-shifter omegaverse romance with mpreg, mating bonds, and marriage of convenience. It features a morally grey Alpha whose ruthless past has tainted his perception of love, and a feisty omega forced into signing away his freedom for the sake of his daughter’s future.

This novel contains mpreg. If you want to know more about what to expect with this story, visit my website for a full, in-depth content list.

Genres: Omegaverse, M M Romance, Forced Proximity, Romance, LGBT, Enemies To Lovers, Fantasy

451 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 30, 2026

Reviews

[Mirian · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was honestly such a hard book for me to rate because on paper it has so many tropes I love: mpreg, omegaverse, possessive alpha, mafia dynamics, marriage of convenience—basically a setup that should have been an instant hit for me. But while all of those elements are technically here, it felt like each one was only explored at a very surface level.

The mpreg itself wasn’t especially detailed, which is fair—not every book wants to lean heavily into that aspect—but it still felt more like window dressing than a meaningful part of the story. The same goes for the omegaverse worldbuilding. The social hierarchy and district system are clearly important to Dylan’s life and identity, but they’re never fully explained. Why are there districts? Who created or controls them? How exactly does this system function? The book introduces these ideas and then mostly leaves the reader to fill in the gaps. Normally I don’t mind a little ambiguity, but when it’s such a major part of the protagonist’s background, I wanted much more context.

Caine is definitely possessive, which I appreciated, but the pacing of the romance was frustrating. We’re nearly 80% into the novel and both MCs are still circling each other emotionally and questioning their feelings. For a 400+ page book, that started to feel repetitive rather than tension-building.

A huge issue for me was that this novel was mostly smut and arguing. And listen—that’s not inherently a bad thing. I love books where the chemistry carries the story. The problem is that the synopsis promises a lot more plot than what we actually get. The external conflict and crime elements that are supposed to drive the narrative take a major backseat to the romance, but then the romance itself is largely built on sex and fairly surface-level bickering. There’s only so much repetitive intimacy a book can sustain before it starts feeling padded, and I really think this would have been a stronger read if it were 100–150 pages shorter.

That said, purely on vibes? I had a genuinely good time.

Dylan absolutely carried this book for me. I loved his defiance, his stubbornness, and the way he never completely folded under Caine’s influence. His chemistry with Caine was fun to read, even when the emotional progression felt stalled. And Caine himself is such a compelling concept: a morally grey gangster prince with a scent disorder who unexpectedly finds real love. That premise is delicious. Unfortunately, like several other interesting ideas in this book, even the scent disorder felt more glossed over than fully developed.

Would I recommend this? Honestly, yes—but purely for the vibes.

If you go into this expecting a fun, trope-heavy, low-depth read with decent chemistry, possessiveness, and mafia-adjacent drama, you’ll probably enjoy it. But if you’re expecting rich worldbuilding, strong character growth, or a tightly executed plot, you may end up disappointed. Even the resolution of the crime plot happens so quickly that it feels almost abrupt after all that buildup.

This is sitting somewhere between a 2.5 and 3-star read for me. Because I’m rating partly on enjoyment and vibes, I’m landing at 3 stars. But if I were rating it solely against my expectations for what could have been an incredible read, this is probably closer to a 2 or 2.5.

[martina (the life of a chaotic reader) · Rating 3 out of 5]

this had no business being this long. it would’ve been amazing without those 100 pages of useless monologues and filler

[Lola · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars rounded up for the nesting

This was my first book by this author and I'd definitely give her another shot. I passionately HATED one of the MCs for nearly the entire first half of the book and a baby was a large part of the plot (something I typically avoid) but I still had a decent time. So, either my mood was just right for this or something about the way the author wrote it must've connected.

For the whole first half of the book I was desperately hoping that Caine would get shot into the sun. He was aggressively sexist, selfish, and cruel, and I decided there either needed to be a big time redemption arc for him or we needed to cut our losses, kill him off, and start over with a new LI at the halfway mark. The author chose to go redemption route. The change was gradual and he just kept having little epiphanies about what a POS he was. It was great. There was an apology scene but overall it was more one of those "change your behavior over time" situations than a "grand gesture grovel" kind of thing. I will never forget his early on behavior (I truly was disgusted by him) but by the end he was thoughtful and romantic and it happened gradually enough that it didn't feel like a personality transplant.

Dylan was great from start to finish! He grew over time as well but his growth was more from gaining a stable environment and not having to live in survival mode. He was able to let his guard down, put his claws away, and breathe. He was still sassy but he didn't feel like he had to go to war every time he spoke to someone. I don't usually like reading about pregnancy and babies but Dylan was such a good fucking dad and I loved that part of him. He really just wanted to be loved and be part of a family and I wanted that for him so badly. The only note I have on him is that, during the apology scene he ended up suggesting that he was part of the problem, too. Ummm no baby boy, no you fucking were not. Don't soften the blow for Caine - that man deserved to do a few more laps on his apology tour tbh and you did not need to share the burden with him! Ah well.

I loved Minseo. She was present the exact right amount for the story imo. She was hugely important to both the MCs and the plot but she didn't overwhelm it. She wasn't only present when convenient and she wasn't overly precocious for her age. Whatever this balance is, I think if more books employed it I might not avoid kids in romances as much.

This wasn't necessarily a second chance romance because they never really had a first chance, but either way I'm never going to love when MCs are able to separate after meeting like it's no big deal. It does not feel romantic to me that these guys shared such an intense moment together and then Caine just walked away. For 2 years. And he never would have sought Dylan out if Dylan hadn't come to him for help. That's just... not romantic to me. Especially since Caine was fucking other people during that time. Dylan wasn't because he was too busy, ya know, having Caine's fucking baby and raising her on his own. Just, yuck for me.

But for how unromantic it started, there really were lots of good scenes of these guys getting to know each other, understanding each other better, and slowly building affection for each other. There ended up being a lot more romance than I had anticipated and I greatly enjoyed watching Caine slowly realize what an epic twat he was and that he didn't deserve Dylan but he wanted to.

This was spicy and had all the typical omegaverse hallmarks, but for some reason the scenes didn't always hit (some were really hot though). And this is the second book in like a week where there was a sex scene where one MC asks the other about the people he's slept with during the time they were apart and dude fucking answers! I don't know what this phenomenon is but I need it to die a swift death. I absolutely under no circumstance want to hear about how you fucked your assistant's mouth and hole and that his screams were loud while you are literally trying to get your mate off! What the fuck?!!?!?!?!?

I will say there was some premo nesting going on and I'm crazy into that. It covers for some sins - NOT the "talking about plowing your assistant during sex with your mate" sins but like, some of the other ones, maybe. Plus there was scenting, ruts and heats, Alpha possessiveness, and PURRING.

The plot was pretty good. This had a whiff of mafia/organized crime but it didn't take up a lot of space, and not a ton of time was spent on side characters. The focus was really on Caine, Dylan, and Minseo and I appreciated that. Caine's medical stuff was interesting but I wish we'd gotten a little more clarity on his condition. And I definitely wish we'd gotten more clarity and follow up on his mother. I think it was a mistake not to explore that further. I did like all of Dylan's family history though, and I love to see an East Asian MC.

I won't lie - this book started out rough for me. I really wasn't sure I could ever get over how I felt about Caine. But by the end I guess I was glad the author didn't go with my plan of yeeting him into the sun. Dylan deserved end of book Caine and I'm glad he got there.

Pet name: darling (alright listen, I'm here for this cuz it's a British dude sayin it)

*Fun fact I didn't highlight anything until the 40% mark because everything out of Caine's mouth prior to that was actual fucking garbage.

I wanted to be loved. Truly. Deeply. I wanted companionship. Romance. Respect. Everything my parents had and more. I let myself dream, only for it to be ripped out from under me for a third time. Maybe it was my punishment for being greedy? I’d known from his rejection of my second call the dream was a lost cause. I’d even grown resentful of it, but it was one thing to choose to spurn it and another to have it taken. It was impossible now. I’d signed away any last sliver of chance there might’ve been, so I had to disown the fantasies and harden my heart all over again. Indefinitely this time.

I’d witnessed him with his walls torn down around him, broken because of our daughter. I’d watched him shatter apart in more ways than one, flayed bare, but this was a deeper vulnerability. Significant. It was willing. He was actively exposing his torment, peeking out of his containment in need of comfort, and I found myself opposed to the idea of him retreating again.

Dylan was quiet for a beat. I glanced over at him, noticing his eyes were glistening. It may be the lights. “You’d really do that?” I hummed an assent. “I have the means to give you anything your heart desires, and I’ll do it. No hesitation. Tell me what you want, and it’s yours.”

“I’m not cut out for this. For any of this,” he mused, biting the inside of his cheek. His meaning was clear. “You’re doing fine,” I responded, though it felt insufficient. He lifted his eyes further, studying me intently. “Am I?” “You’re . . .” I exhaled slowly, fighting my usual compulsion to remain silent. My voice was unrecognisable when I finally said, “You’re perfect.”

“What?” Dylan said, peering up at me, his brows creased. “You’re . . . purring.” He blinked, becoming aware of the sound himself. His breath caught, and it ceased, though the soothing effects lingered. “Fuck, I didn’t even realize.” It was the sign of a truly contented omega. Many tried to replicate the sound to please their partners, but the true marvel couldn’t be faked. It was instinctual, like breathing, and I’d never expected to hear it in my lifetime. Never thought an omega would ever feel so secure in my presence they would purr for me. Never wanted them to. Now I’d perceived it, I would yearn for it every day for the rest of my life.

I had a choice. I surrendered. Dylan tensed as my lips captured his, but it was brief. He sighed and circled his arms around my neck, mirroring my roughness, my desperation. Kissing me as if it was his only purpose, his final act on earth. I understood. My fingers threaded through his soft hair, unleashing the wild and rebellious strands from their restrictive knot. Let them see you. Let them see you as I do.

“Tease all you want, but I’d kneel for no one else.”

“Go on, then.” I dropped down to my elbows. “Show me how sorry you are.”

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Safety (may contain spoilers)

SA/rape: It is briefly mentioned that Caine's dad locked him in a room with omegas in heat when he first presented at age 18. He tried fighting his instincts but did succumb to them in the end. It was obviously traumatic for him but there's no details and it's a pretty brief mention.

Other person drama: Caine was the only person Dylan had ever been with. Caine had been hooking up with his personal assistant somewhat regularly in the beginning (not on page), in the 2 years after he'd first been with Dylan. Caine admits it to Dylan later in the book and Dylan does not feel great about it, but Caine says that since he saw Dylan again after the 2 years he hadn't been with anyone else. Istg I don't know why authors need to throw this in. I already hate that Caine was with other people during the separation but to have one of them be a named character that has even one line of dialogue pisses me off even more, especially since it didn't serve any purpose except to make Dylan briefly feel insecure.

[haletostilinski · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think I've said before that a work of Eryn Hawk's was my favorite so far - but now this knocks it off for the top spot, because this is definitely my favorite by this author so far, I absolutely adored it.

Caine is the Alpha of the Deveraux pack - not an actual pack with like werewolves and such, everyone is human in this universe, but families/groups of people that are tight knit are still called packs - which is the richest and most powerful pack of the top families in the city they live in (somewhere in the UK, it's never specified exactly where).

He he grew up with an abusive father, and he got the worst of it compared to his beta twin brother, because the richer families expect tradition, and tradition calls for Alphas to take over as the head of said family when their parent dies - and so much more was expected of Caine than his brother and so if he "messed up" he got hurt the worst.

Him also having some rare medical condition where he can't stand the scents of omegas - when literally alphas are supposed to be drawn in by omegas and their scent - to the point of him getting literally sick around them doesn't help matters either. As the future head of the family, he is expected to mate with an omega and produce an heir with an omega.

His father also does many other things to fuck Caine up, until he becomes resentful of omegas and judges all of them too harshly, and assumes the worst of them, as well make him come across as a pretty big bastard.

Enter Dylan, who presented 4 years later than people are expected, at 22 years old. Many factors could have happened to make his presenting be delayed, but the fact is he gets his first heat - which is always more intense and lasts longer for omegas the first time they have one - at the Den of Paradise, a pleasure house located in a poorer part of the city owned by the Deverauxs.

When Caine is there, he goes to Dylan's room where he is by himself - he's rejected any other alpha so far - to give his pheromones to help Dylan out a bit. Turns out, his scene smells wonderful and doesn't repulse Caine, and Caine can't help but be pulled into the room, in Dylan's orbit, and they end up spending 3 days together during Dylan's heat.

Caine leaves after, though, and they go 2 years with no contact. As the head of such a powerful, rich family, Caine has Dylan followed during those years, but he never finds out that Dylan got pregnant from their encounter and that he had their child, a girl.

When she ends up kidnapped, Dylan tries to contact Caine through Den of Paradise and it works, and he asks Caine to help him find their daughter, because he has no other options.

He personally thinks Caine abandoned him, as he asked the Den of Paradise to call Caine twice in two years, and he never answered. Turns out, he never got those messages. And it turns out, he's got a mole in his pack, and they're most likely working with another of the big families that are below the Deveraux family and might be sneakily trying to take over and be the number one family in power.

Caine takes Dylan to his big mansion during the time they're trying to find their daughter, and once she's found, that's where they live. And Caine proposes that they pretend to be mates to the outside world for their daughter, Minnie, as she's now Caine's heir and as is tradition, they need to seem like they're together and a united front so no one thinks to oppose the Deveraux family, to oppose Minnie in the future.

Dylan has been struggling most of his life to get by, and with Minnie the past two years it was a struggle, so adjusting to all the sudden getting everything he or their daughter needs is a lot for him, and his independence. And dealing with Caine, who is cantankerous on a good day.

Caine, it's obvious, doesn't believe in love, but only because he was never shown love. He has another parent, his omega father (or well, mother, as apparently omegas, regardless of their gender, can choose whether to be called mother or father in this world) who does love him and was on the gentler side, but his alpha father never permitted it for long, and his omega parent would be kept away from him a lot because of that.

So Caine struggles to let his guard down. But Dylan is different, and also he can't help but loosen up around his daughter either.

But as they two start to slowly fall in love over months, Caine is continuing to try to figure out which family it is who is trying to hurt him and the entire Deveraux empire, and who in his own organization has betrayed them.

I love love loved how this book the time to get these two from apparent "hate" (or well, annoyance really) to love. From it just being an "arrangement" to being in love. It really took its time, too - these two didn't just fall in love out of nowhere. Seeing Caine gradually warm to Dylan more and more, and Dylan towards Caine...it was wonderful.

Also seeing these two settle into parenting their daughter together was wonderful too. And the more these two got to know each other, the sweeter they became together. When they bake together - because Dylan loves baking and Caine joins him in the kitchen - with Minnie....gosh was that whole scene swoon worthy and delightful. Them almost kissing too...gah, the UST was delectable!

They also, as an agreement to being mates to the outside world, agree to spend their heats and ruts together, and they do that twice - once with Caine's rut and once with Dylan's heat - which is was fun and hot, but once they got to the stage of having sex outside of those, just with them and their attraction and love for each other pulling them into it, that was the best part.

Also before I forget - the only reason I tagged dubious-consent is really for their first time together two years prior. Dylan has enough capacity to send away other alphas so I think he still is able to consent to the best of his ability, and Caine goes into rut while with Dylan, so they're both a bit out of it, so they both don't give consent prior to either of them going into a heat or rut that time, which is why I tagged dubious consent. Dylan later on recollects that he doesn't even really remember his first heat much at all, so clearly he wasn't in his right mind for a lot of it. There was still consent at the beginning, but them both being in such an altered mental state could be seen as dubious.

They agree of sound mind for their arrangement to spend subsequent heats and ruts together, so there's consent for every time after that first time. That first one is just a bit so-so on consent, is all. So just know that going into this. It does warn for this at the beginning as well, but I just thought I'd go into more detail about it to let you guys know.

Also, the plot to hurt Caine and Dylan, their daughter, the whole Deveraux pack, comes to a head at the end, and I was genuinely surprised by who the betrayer was. Maybe I shouldn't have been, looking back, but I genuinely was guessing on who it could be the whole book and was still surprised when it was finally revealed, so that's a huge plus for me. I always absolutely love when books get one over on me for a mysterious plot point. Like oh that's clever writing, because I had no inkling of that!

Seeing these two get their HEA was the icing on the cake. This was just marvelous, and well worth a read, especially if you love omegaverse/mpreg books. The mpreg isn't crazy prominent in this - like the actual part of Dylan being pregnant is next to nothing in his - but the omegaverse is heavy and their daughter as a result of the mpreg is a big part of it too.

I just absolutely loved this, and absolutely can't wait for more from this author. She honestly just gets better and better the more she writes.

So until the next book, can't wait! 😍

[Abigail | mooretoread | · Rating 5 out of 5]

Had the pleasure of Beta reading this and the pleasure of giving it the first 5 stars! I cannot wait for everyone to meet Caine and Dylan! Full review to come <3

[Whitney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Caine + Dylan🖤
Omegaverse | Cold alpha | Bratty omega | Rich x poor | Surprise baby

"Fuck, he was so hot. I hated it so much."

This is my first book from Eryn. She took one of my hated tropes (surprise baby) and wrote it really well. I'll be reading more from her.


⚠️ potential spoilers below in detailed tropes, content and warning lists






Tropes/content:
Omegaverse
Rich heat club owner and pack leader
Poor omega
Alpha who has a defect in his makeup, scents make him sick, he seeks out betas only because of it
Asshole alpha
Bratty and fiesty omega
Dylan is 24 (turns 25 in the book) and Caine is 35
Dylan has korean heritage, Caine has french heritage
Disability - blind in one eye (wears an eyepatch), damaged fingers
Omega who rejected all other alphas
First heat
"I'll only give him my pheromones to help his heat, thats it"
Tongue piercing
Humps the alphas leg to get off while blowing him
Fisting
Omega goads alpha into coming inside and knotting him - "or are you incapable"
"Little shit"
First time knotting an omega
An alpha who prides himself on not being "so easily consumed" but fails miserably when it comes to this omega
Hand necklaces
Marking - biting and bruising
Nesting
Caine says he doesnt care about Dylan and doesn't want anything to do with him but then throws a beta employee up against a wall and growls 'mine' because he was outside his door to give him a bottle of water
Lactation
Fighting as foreplay
Takes him shopping for expensive clothes
Caine goes feral for Dylan in a dress leading to some dressing room fondling
Little 2 year old girl name Minseo (Minnie)
She calls Caine "A-fa" (alpha)
Contract mating
Rut
Scenting
Boy in a dress
Touch him and die
Belly button piercing
Kisses, licks and worships his c section scar and stretch marks
Baking as a family of 3
Rough housing playing - Dylan throws flour at Caine, Caine cracks an egg over Dylans head, they run around the island counter until Caine dives over it tackling Dylan
Caine helps Dylan's mastitis by sucking it out then drawing him a bath
Exhibitionism via cctv (Dylan isnt happy about being watched on camera so he decides to tease Caine knowing that he's watching)
Everything up to this point is still while they supposedly hate each other
Bowling
Shopping for baking supplies
Dancing
First kiss finally at 74%
Heartfelt confessions
Communication and apologies
Kisses the scars around his eye
Hands free 💦 from ass eating
Face riding
Brought to tears during sex
Mating bites
Purring omega
Possessiveness
Touch him and die
Take a bullet for him
Strict roles
Epilogue 2 years later - Dylan is pregnant again, with a son named Samuel, Caine is signing a law that allows omegas to own property




Warnings/icks:
"Good little bitch"
Caine knotted and impregnated Dylan at the club and took off before he woke up (he didn't know he was going to end up pregnant but still)
Two year time jump between chapters 4 and 5
Mention of premature birth and ICU stay due to complication of said birth (Dylan's omega parent)
When Caine finds out he has a child he's a total asshole about it at first
Kidnapped child (their child, but they get her back pretty early on in the book, most of the book is them trying to figure out who was behind it)
Stalking via cctv (Dylan doesn't notice it for a long time and is pissed)
Omegas are second class citizens in this world and treated as such, they're expected to be meek and obedient, only speak when spoken to, etc. But Dylan says fuck that
Mastitis
Needles and blood tests
Caine was abused by his alpha father - he had his fingers mutilated with a hammer and refused to let a doctor set them so he now wears a brace, sent him to be poked and prodded for experiments at the hospital to try and fix him, also forced him to be with omegas to try and fix his scent defect (spoiler alert: it didn't work)
Dylan gets kidnapped arouns 80% by the same people who had Minnie
Caine takes a bullet for Dylan
Caine was in a coma for 2 weeks









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Aaron (Caine's brother) is the one responsible for Minnie's kidnapping as well as Dylans. He always resented Caine since he was the oldest but was a beta so he couldnt be the leader.

[Kyra · Rating 4 out of 5]

Y’all I knew I was going to love this book before I even began. I adore anything Eryn writes at this point. This book right here might be my favorite so far though. It tugged at the heart strings at times, the banter had me giggling AND blushing, the way Dylan advocated for omegas to have better rights and Caine listened and made it happen?! This book was freaking everything. I was a little iffy on Caine at first but as we learn more about his character you start to realize he’s a product of how he was raised but is willing to change as he learns and takes more information. He’s a beautifully flawed character and I love it! And precious Dylan…he was such an amazing character and match for Caine, he didn’t take anyone’s shit unless it was in the best interest of Minnie. I’ll definitely be adding this to my shelves upon release. Such an amazing story!

[Vanessa V · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC REVIEW

Oh, how I love Omegaverse when it’s done right. And wow, this one absolutely gets it right.

You get all the good stuff: knotting, heat, mating bonds, rut, possessive alphas… But what really made this stand out for me was the mystery woven into the story.

And the tropes?? Enemies to lovers, arranged mating/marriage, and a hidden child??

Dylan breaking through Cain’s walls felt like watching something unyielding finally crack. Cain, who had never truly known love, transforms into something fierce and devoted… a mate, a father, a man reshaped by connection he never thought he deserved. It had me tearing up a bit.

There’s also a darker undercurrent running through the story about how prejudice can cage a mind, twist perception, and hold people captive.

Omegas are diminished, mistreated, and forced into submission simply for what they are.

And then there’s Dylan, anything but the quiet, submissive omega the world expects. He’s defiant, unyielding, impossible to ignore. Watching him force Cain to confront the truth…the cracks in the hierarchy, the pain it causes, the lives it breaks was so well done.

But let’s face it Minnie was the real 🌟in this story!

Omegaverse lovers go read this!

🖤 Non-Shifter Omegaverse
🩵 Mating of Convenience
🖤 Mpreg
🩵 Only One Bed
🖤 Mansion
🩵 Emotionally Constipated Idiots
🖤 Morally Grey MC
🩵 Nesting & Knotting
🖤 Stalking (ish)
🩵 Age Gap
🖤 Shirt Thief
🩵 Rich Alpha / Poor Omega
🖤 Forced Proximity
🩵 Fighting or F*cking?

[Berry's Books · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you for this early copy. All parts of this review are of my honest opinion.
This book was a great blend of dark romance and omegaverse that kept me invested from start to finish. I couldn't put it down! It has a fascinating world building with an intense, fast-paced plot. The writing style perfectly balances tension withcharacter vulnerability. It made the emotional growth feel just as impactful as the action. The standout for me was the incredible chemistry between the MMCs! The romance was high-heat and featured the perfect amount of spice, with an added bonus of a possessive alpha energy that I absolutely loved. I would highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys MM dark romance with a dash of mafia vibes and protective and obsessed alpha.

[Ash · Rating 3 out of 5]

Honestly I was gonna DNF this half way through but just decided to finish it. I skimmed a lot honestly, there was so much internal yapping.

I didn’t like Caine much, he wasn’t very likeable especially the start. The language he used to talk about it his secretary was so degrading, but I’m actually confused on whether the secretary is actually a trans man or not.

At first I assumed it was just the author making Caine be a dick by referring to Torin’s ass as a cunt, but he did it again at the end and specially said someone had their tongue in it which made me think “wait does he actually have a vagina?” So either it’s Caine just being an asshole, or the character is trans and the only clues we were given were his anatomy being described in female terms.

Anyway, aside from that I didn’t like how he would just kill anyone. Yes I am more open to book murder than irl murder, but most of his murders weren’t justified. He would kill people associated with the bad guys even if they hadn’t actually done anything. He even killed someone who technically helped his family. There was just nothing pleasant about him.

He did obviously change by the end, as they all do. It only took the power of loving an omega to make him realise they’re not all wonton sluts who just want to take advantage of alphas power and money 🙄

I liked Dylan and Minnie, I actually which there had been more scenes with Minnie, but Caine kinda dragged the vibes down.

[Joyfully Jay · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Joyfully Jay review.

4.25 stars

Den of Paradise is an ultra-spicy omegaverse romance and involves two characters who could not be more different. I enjoyed the slow burn relationship between Dylan and Caine, though the book tended to have some pacing problems. I felt I understood Caine’s character slightly more than Dylan’s, but overall the book was an enjoyable, moderately angsty romp.

Most of the novel is spent exploring the connection between Dylan and Caine. They clearly click on a physical level, but they clash frequently outside the bedroom.

I enjoyed Den of Paradise. I had a few niggles here and there with the pacing and Dylan’s character, but on the whole, the plot and the romance held a lot of appeal. I think most fans of the alpha/omega trope will find plenty to appreciate here.

Read Sue’s review in its entirety here.

[Dayana · Rating 3 out of 5]

It wasn't bad overall; there were some nice scenes. The downside was the excessive narration, and I felt I didn't connect with either of the characters as much. Even so, I recommend it.

[Ashley H · Rating 5 out of 5]

6 mther fking ⭐️ 😭🥹 I loved them so fucking much omg im actually sad i finished this book

[Jessica Swan · Rating 5 out of 5]

SO GOOD. the character development was outstanding. phenomenal. the storyline was entertaining. the smut was addictive. the characters were to die for. I loved this very much.

[Amanda]

I'm very very sad that this book unfortunately did not work for me. I have many trusted friends who have put this as one of their top books of the year, so I know it is a me thing, not a book thing. I still love Hawk and can't wait to see what comes next.

[Queenbeereads_sugarandspice · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 stars

Really enjoyed this take on an omegaverse with a marriage of convenience. There’s something addictive in the writing I swear, because once I got into it, I zoomed through it. I loved these two. They could not be more different in backgrounds, but they work so freaking well.
 
Caine's such a complicated character. I loved seeing his growth in this book; he comes so far from the cold, unfeeling man we meet at the beginning, and it was really lovely to see him open his heart. I wanted to sob for the alpha every time we learnt more about the cruelty he had to endure from his father, and the struggle he has to live with everyday due to his condition.
 
Dylan has got such a spark to him; our defiant, feisty, genuine omega. He’s done so much to survive, and to look after his daughter; I so admired him for his strength to keep going even when though life didn’t make it easy. I adore how much he challenges Caine. Underneath his sharp wit and quick comebacks, Dylan is desperate for real love, longing to be a part of a pack again, and that made my heart pang for him so much. 
 
And Minnie, well, she’s a little delight. I adored how much she has Caine wrapped around her little finger, and aww-ed at all her interactions with him, melting when we saw the alpha go all soft for her. And when he started calling her ‘princess’ *sigh* Yep, definite goner for him after that!
 
I loved how protective Caine is of Dylan and Minnie, and how he wants to do right by them, even when his heart is closed off. Spending more time with them, Dylan makes Caine question everything he thought he knew about omegas and about love.
 
I had so much fun with their verbal spars. As things change between these two, I really enjoyed seeing how Dylan’s defensive go-to response to Caine, ‘F- you’, gradually becomes said with fondness to reflect how much their feelings have evolved. And from Caine’s side, I loved that he begins to tease Dylan and make jokes as we start to see a more contented side to him. 
 
I'm eager to read more from this author as I really enjoyed this writing style, including the touches of humour that made me chuckle. 
 
I really enjoyed the plot of this and how it fits around their romance. The guilty party was one of the few I suspected, but there were a couple of red herrings along the way that threw me off a little. 
 
One of my favourite scenes, as well as the family scenes, is the day Caine and Dylan spent together for the omega’s birthday. I also loved chapter 21. 
 
This isn’t just your typical OV story, it’s much more. I loved seeing these three become a proper family.

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Some of my favourite quotes

It should be illegal to be so handsome but also the biggest twat alive.

“You’re not my Alpha yet,” “I’ve been your Alpha since the day we met.” 

“If you don’t want the cheek, don’t give me ammunition.”

I wanted him because life was incomplete without him.

It wasn’t perfect. It wasn’t effortless. It was us.

“I don’t deserve you, I know it, but I want you. I want you to be mine. Not for a contract. Not for convenience. Wholly, and by your own will.”

“… you still gave me a choice. And now I choose to be by your side. I choose to be yours.” 

“I want to love you, Dylan, primally, unconditionally, every day until the day I die.”

“You have captivated me, Dylan. My heart. My soul… I’m a fool for not recognising it sooner. For not seeing what was right in front of me.” 

“I know you now. Better than I know myself.” “You always have.” 

[Sindu · Rating 4 out of 5]

Y'all this book was so fun! For two years, ruthless pack leader, Caine, has been obsessed with and mildly stalking Dylan, the brattiest of omegas with a scent Caine can't get enough of. When Dylan walks back into his life with their daughter, it shakes up everything until his life starts to revolve around these two people who desperately need the kind of possessive love he gives them.

Dylan and Caine may not have been the best at communicating to each other, but they were masters at noticing the small stuff. They paid attention to each other's wants, needs and discomforts and did everything they could to make the others life better. Whether it was buying a freaking pony or just a sweet hand massage, they really took care of each other even when they didn't like the other.

Also, their relationship with Minnie was the absolute sweetest. Minnie has always been Dylan's whole world, but the way this little princess wrapped Caine around her finger was the best. He's a total goner for her and the way he's ready to burn the world down for her is amazing.

Because of his affliction and the way he's been raised, Caine has such a narrow worldview. The fact that Dylan and Minnie not only gave him perspective but also the motivation to actually change the way their society runs is truly special. And in return Caine gives Dylan all the love and security he's been missing in life. I mean, these two are in desperate need of love and affection, and though their brand of it may not work for everyone, it works for them in the best ways. Dylan's bratty love is the perfect contrast to Caine's aloofness and they just fit together.

From knotting to nesting to scenting to heats, ruts and swoony possessiveness, this book has everything I love in an omegaverse story. This world that Eryn has built is so expansive and I hope we get more books from it because I really enjoyed going on this journey with Dylan and Caine, and would love to stick around and explore these characters and their society a bit more!

[DeniReadsMostlyMM · Rating 4 out of 5]

***ARC Review***

This is my honest and voluntary review.

This non-shifter omegaverse book is very thorough in its world building. It will definitely keep readers engaged. Caine and Dylan are both at odds with the systems and traditions in place (for different reasons) and are trying to find a way to manage without giving up their temerity. The complicated relationship between the two form one unexpected night at the Den of Paradise and two years later their paths converge again. (Minnie is the sweetest little thing in this story).

I really appreciate the intricate attention to detail that Hawk infuses into this story. It’s complex and full of interesting characters. While Dylan and Caine’s relationship starts off less than ideal, I appreciate the growth that both MCs undergo throughout the course of this novel. Dylan is an excellent father and Caine an excellent provider. I love how protective they are of their unconventional family.

Caine is a possessive and virile Alpha. Dylan is a fiery and defiant omega. Both men are stubborn. There is a simmering tension underneath the surface; yet there is something compelling them to one another. While the pair are compatible in terms of chemistry, (seriously it’s off the charts), it’s even more satisfying when they connect on an emotional level. The moments of tenderness and vulnerability make it worth the wait.

Caine and Dylan are intense and passionate. These MCs serve as an insight into the intricacies of emotion and desires. Their initial resistance is understandable, but it’s clear that they are destined to be together. It’s a winding road to their HEA, but it’s amazing once they get there!

[Anne · Rating 5 out of 5]

ARC Review


This is my first book from this author and definitely not my last! I've seen so many good reviews about their other works, so I went in with high expectations and ng, 1 was already sold when I saw MPreg
We follow Dylan, an omega who experiences his first heat where he meets Caine, an alpha who hates omega scents. So imagine his surprise when Dylan's scent doesn't affect him the same way. From there, their story really starts to build. I loved how their connection felt different and refreshing. Dylan isn't your typical omega, and I can promise you he's someone you'll end up loving. Watching their relationship develop and realizing they're meant for each other was honestly so satisfying.
What really made their dynamic stand out to me is how they challenge each other without even trying. Dylan knows who he is and doesn't let the usual expectations define him, while Caine has spent so long keeping himself closed off that he doesn't even question it anymore. Being around Dylan slowly shifts that, and you can really feel the change as the story goes on. It's not rushed, and that made everything hit harder.
I also appreciated how the story touched on the struggles and unfair treatment omegas face in their world. It added depth to the story and made me feel even more for Dylan. He really went through a lot, and I just wanted to protect him the whole time.
The tension between them was strong and the intimate scenes really showed how connected they were. It gave everything you'd expect from an omegaverse story without feeling overdone.

[Swoony and Spicy · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 Stars⭐️
4 Spice🌶️

Tropes and Tags:
- 1st Person, Dual POV
- Forced Proximity
- Angst and Action
- Mpreg
- Non shifter Omegaverse
- Slow burn love, fast burn spice
- Mating of convenience
- Nesting and Knotting
- Morally Grey MC

Love love love love love!! This was like a little present with so many of my favourite tropes all wrapped up together in a sinfully saucy package✨

Caine and Dylan share a type of thick tension heavy, slightly unpredictable chaos - that is one of my personal favourite brands of love. They’re not coming in first place for their direct communication, but they absolutely do WIN at showing their affections in every other way possible.
And I ate it up until I was absolutely stuffed!
Caine never misses an opportunity to provide Dylan and their daughter Minnie with everything they could ever possibly want or need.

I adore books with a baby, especially a surprise baby! Experiencing hardened non-emotional characters like Caine, soften into puddles for the baby they didn’t previously know existed is my weakness. Minnie is just such a cute character I adored her!🥹

It also has to be said that Dylan is very a strong and resilient character with SO MUCH sass, and it was such a treat to see him put Caine in his place over and over again.

Also, knotting, scenting, marking. A dash of spying on your lover through cameras and a whole lot of taunting and banter, what more could you possibly need?

I could actually talk about this book for another thousand words, it was truly so much fun!!😩✨

[jules · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was not what I expected AT ALL. It somehow went from a smutty romance with a hot-mafia-alpha-daddy fucking a spunky-omega-in-heat to “let’s make a surprisingly intelligent and deep social commentary on the position of omegas in the world and how oppressed they are.”

Caine’s long inner monologue where he finally understands where Dylan is coming from, when he realizes how unfair life is for omegas in general, when he RECOGNIZES HIS PRIVILEGE AS AN ALPHA (did I ever think I’d be writing these words??) was fucking outstanding and made me say “holy shit” at least three times in a row.

And the fact that Caine wasn’t all talk, he actually took action and worked to make real and beneficial changes to the lives of omegas… just, chef’s kiss. I forgive you for being a dick for most of the story, Caine. You redeemed yourself in the end.

I loved Dylan too, with his scratcher tattoos and blue hair. So happy he got his family and his bakery and his very much deserved happiness in the end.

5 really big stars 🥹

[Ren Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

Holy crap, I loved Den of Paradise so much. This was my first non-shifter omegaverse so wasn’t sure what to expect going in, the guide to the DoP universe at the beginning of the book definitely helped though.

I adore snarky sassy characters with a soft centre and Dylan was just that. He knows his mind, won’t take any shit, but is fiercely protective of those he loves. His relationship with Minnie was so sweet, there were so many moments that made me stop and just smile to myself. And his dynamic with Caine was done so well. He took no shit from him, even though he knew he needed him to protect both himself and Minnie.

Caine was such a well written character (much like Dylan), I really enjoyed seeing how he developed from a seemingly cold ruthless alpha, to a loving and fun (but will still kill anyone that hurts his mate and child) alpha.

This was the first book I’ve read by Eryn Hawk, but it definitely won’t be the last.

[Kira Wall · Rating 4 out of 5]

What could be better than omegaverse? Omegaverse with an underlying mystery!

This book gives us everything we could ask for! Knots, heats, rutting, possessiveness, arranged mating, enemies to lovers, accidental pregnancy, a hidden child, found family, and and HEA!

I truly enjoyed reading this book and how it was written. The author didn't just focus on one aspect of the story but rather wove the story together with such creative precision. This story was impactful in the way the characters came together, struggled, and found a family in the end.

Thank you for the privilege to read in advanced copy of Den Of Paradise. This review is my own and given voluntarily.

[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily reviewing.

Caine Devereux + Dylan Park

Den of Paradise is not your average omegaverse, it's better. It was layered in our MCs not jivving, a baby they needed to find, and their I cannot stand you BUT I need you and I cannot explain it vibe. The whole touch him and d!e, MATE, and other factors pull you in and take a hold until the very last page.

Caine and Dylan were legit perfect for one another. Dylan didn't take Caine's crap and in the privacy of Caine's home Dylan was submissive yet bratty (and mouthy AF). I really enjoyed the character arcs, development and overall vibe of the book.

[Sara Husser · Rating 5 out of 5]

🖤Look at you. So soft and obedient. Where have your claws gone, kitten?💙

"He was tameable, but on his terms, and only if I played to his tune. He didn't give a s*** that I was an Alpha and he was an omega, except in the sense that he knew I was the only cure for the ache. It was...addictive."

"My eyes widened. She was teaching him how to...play. Why did a flicker of sympathy settle in my belly?"

"You carried our child. Let me show your body the appreciation it deserves for that blessing alone."

"Careful darling, it's starting to sound like you pay very close attention to me."
"Don't flatter yourself."

"I gravitated toward him. His smile, his laugh. They were infectious. And with every taste he offered, the greedier I became. I wanted more. I wanted all of it, to devour until there was nothing left. What is this little creature doing to me?"

"All that mattered to me right now was the judgment of this fierce, unapologetic creature. I'd bleed out on this f****** floor if he willed it. He could wield the knife himself, cut me down where I stood, and I wouldn't dodge the blow. My fate was his to control. My life and death were his."

"What I want is you, and my daughter, our pack. I want to love you, Dylan, primally, unconditionally, every day until the day I die. That's it."

"Sitting there with your hair mussed and your full t*** leaking through your shirt. Are you trying to tempt me?"
"No?"
"Then maybe it's just your natural tendency."
"Or you're just a pervert."

"Look at you. So soft and obedient. Where have your claws gone, kitten?"

Wow, this book blew my expectations away and more. I was super excited to read this book, and it was way better than I thought it would be! This is my first book by this author, and this is now definitely one of my favorite Omegaverse reads now. This author has an amazing writing style and flow. The emotions really come through, and the humor had me cackling loud 😆. The spice was delicious and spicing hard 🔥🔥🔥🔥. This had many great troupes like: Mafia Vibes OV, Age Gap, Marriage of Convenience, Hate to Love, Found Family, Forced Proximity, and Hurt/Comfort. I love the disability rep in this story as well. The author did a fantastic job dealing with those issues that Caine had. I really love how this OV world was set up. I really hope we get more stories in this world as well. The twist at the end had my jaw dropping.

This story follows Caine and Dylan. These two meet when Dylan is in heat. Dylan is poor and has nobody. He went to a shady area to pay to have an Alpha help him in his heat. Caine owns this place, and he's the last resort to help Dylan. Caine had an affliction to omegas and can't be around them or smell them. Except for Dylan now 😏. Things get very spicy, and the heat lasts for three days, then Caine leaves. Now we que two years later, and Dylan is seeking out Caine's help. He ended up getting pregnant with Caine's baby after that heat and tried to contact Caine, but Caine didn't want anything to do with him. Or so Dylan thought. Their baby Minnie was kidnapped by some loan sharks, and now he needs Caine's help. Caine thinks there is more to it given his pack status and leader status. Dylan ends up staying with Caine while the hunt for Minnie is on. During this time, these two hate and can't stand each other. Caine proposes a contract of marriage/mating, which would protect Dylan and Minnie forever. Dylan agrees and they both continue to get to know each other and raise Minnie. There is still a rat on the loose and someone is still out to get them. Who is this rat in his ranks? Is it someone familiar? Is it another pack? Will Dylan be able to thaw his alphas cold heart? Can Caine let go of old traditions and create new ones with his family?

I loved these two men so much! They're complete opposites. Caine is a sophisticated alpha leader who is deadly, cold, and reserved. He is very lonely and used to old traditions that were beat into him. Dylan is an omega who has nothing and has lost everyone he loves. He is a sassy, fiery brat and will bow to no one. I really loved the banter, animosity, and bickering between these two. The chemistry and tension was through the roof 🥵🥵. The steamy scenes were written so well and top-tier 🔥🔥🔥🔥. I loved how these men didn't have to change each other and accepted who they were flaws and all. They made each other stronger and grew together. I loved seeing Caine with Minnie. Minnie was so cute and seeing her interact with both men was so adorable. This little family was everything. I love how Dylan made Caine more vulnerable and showed him there was so much more to life. He breathed life into Caine. I loved how protective and obsessive Caine was of Dylan. He was such a great caretaker and provider for them both. My heart broke for Caine and what he had to endure 😭. Seeing Dylan accept him with his disabilities had me swooning 🥹. I loved all the nesting, scenting, and heat/rut scenes too! This was such a phenomenal book and I highly recommend 🖤💙☠️🩸😈.

[Cynthia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not only was this a new to me author but this book was a new and refreshing take on omegaverse. Den of Paradise has a light fantasy vibe but Eryn does an excellent job of describing the class system and this unique world. I felt completely immersed in this story and loved every second of it.

Cain is the leader of a prestigious family in the city. His elite family reigns over the various districts and other alphas must answer to him. Through his business, he meets Dylan at a brothel of sorts meant to help alphas and omegas through their cycles. There is something unique about Dylan’s scent that surprises Cain. Dylan also has a certain edginess or feistiness that Cain finds intriguing.

One night of heat fueled passion ends in an accidental knotting. When Cain and Dylan connect years later, there’s no denying a pull of forces drawing them to each other. Their economic differences and Cain’s position of power causes them to enter into a marriage of convenience.

Cain & Dylan are completely opposite. Cain is a harsh leader, never allowing anyone close to him. He keeps his walls up and for good reason. Dylan misses the feel of ‘pack’ and ‘family’. There is a certain connection that he has lost which makes him lonely. I really enjoyed their banter. As the story progresses, they both begin to see each other in a more profound light. They are not what their circumstances deem them to be but more. As their relationship evolves, Dylan becomes a clear advocate for omega rights and Cain is supportive of him.

Eryn takes us on a journey with these characters. We get to examine the different designations (alpha/beta/omega) and gender norms as well as the power imbalances between these designations. Society has different expectations for each of these designations which is harmful to those with a lower economic status. This, paired with the suspense elements of the story, added so much more than a simple romance between the two main characters.

This is unlike any omegaverse I’ve ever read. The author does a great job of world building by explaining the terms as well as the cultural/societal norms in this universe. It is medium paced story with a great balance of action, mystery and spice. I felt drawn in from the first chapter and thoroughly enjoyed the characters and universe.

Tropes: omegaverse, light fantasy, marriage of convenience, forced proximity, mpreg, morally grey mc, nesting, knotting, scenting, age gap (10 years), rich alpha, poor omega, accidental pregnancy, mafia vibes, dub-con

A few of my favorite quotes:

“Look at you,” I said, trailing my knuckles over the column of his neck, the cords flexing as he swallowed. “So soft and obedient. Where have your claws gone, kitten?”-Caine

“We’re not a crime syndicate,” I said flatly, resenting the fact he didn’t find me the least bit intimidating. “Well, you’re definitely not a syndicate of sunshine and rainbows either.”“No,” I said. “That would be the next pack over.” -Caine & Dylan

“Je me demande ce que tu vois quand tu me regardes au travers de tes yeux,”—I wonder what you see when you look at me through your eyes.-Cain

Every minute I spent in Dylan’s presence, he would captivate another facet of my attention. I’d resolve to brush it aside, lay blame at the feet of my instincts for reacting to his, but then he’d present another piece of himself. He’d seduce my intrigue, and I was powerless against the temptation. I gravitated toward him. His smile, his laugh. They were infectious. And with every taste he offered, the greedier I became. I wanted more. I wanted all of it, to devour until there was nothing left. What is this little creature doing to me?-Cain

[Aleja · Rating 4 out of 5]

MM romance | Omegaverse romance | Marriage Of Convenience | Rich Alpha / Poor Omega | Mpreg | Single dad | Mating bonds | Morally grey alpha | Nesting, Knotting & Scenting | Age Gap | Forced Proximity | Found Family | Hurt/Comfort | Fighting or F*cking? | Disability Rep | Rimming | Sex Toys | Fisting | Breeding



Sinceramente, tengo que decir que me encantó este libro.

Sin ninguna sorpresa, el personaje que se ganó mi corazón por completo fue Caine. Es evidente que la autora escribió a este hombre para que fuera el favorito de todos, pero especialmente el de Dylan, nuestro otro protagonista❤️‍🔥. Dylan también fue una grata sorpresa, me gustó muchísimo cómo ella construyó la relación entre ambos. Es un slow burn impecable, de esos que te hacen chillar en cada escena que comparten.

Debo añadir que me faltaron más momentos de ellos dos con Minnie, me quedé con ganas de ver más escenas de padres e hija juntos! 🥹

Como regla general, no suelo leer las sinopsis, así que me llevé una GRAN sorpresa (junto con Caine) sobre Dylan y ese secretito que se traía entre manos 👀. También debo admitir que ya sospechaba quién era la "rata" que había secuestrado a Minnie; fue un presentimiento que tuve desde el inicio y me encantó confirmarlo en los últimos capítulos.

Para ser lo primero que leo de esta autora, me voy con un excelente sabor de boca. Me fascinó su forma de escribir y definitivamente quiero leer más.

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Honestly, I have to say I absolutely loved this book.

To no one's surprise, Caine completely stole my heart. It’s clear that the author wrote this man to be everyone's favorite, but especially Dylan’s. Dylan was also such a pleasant surprise; I loved how they developed the relationship between the two. It’s a perfectly crafted slow burn that literally makes you scream at every scene they share.

I must add, though, that I wish there had been more moments with Minnie. I really wanted more scenes of them just being a family and sharing "parents and daughter" time together! 🥹

Since I usually don't read synopses, I was just as SHOCKED as Caine was to find out Dylan’s little secret 👀. I also have to admit that I already had a hunch about who the "rat" behind Minnie's kidnapping was, it was a gut feeling I had from the start, and I loved being proven right in the final chapters.

For my first time reading to Eryn, I’m left with such a great impression. I fell in love with their writing style and I’m definitely looking forward to reading more of their work.

[Kennedy Yowell · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was my first book by Eryn Hawk, and it definitely did not disappoint.

Dylan and Caine were the perfect pair, once they finally found their way to each other.

We first meet them at a club where alphas help omegas through their heat. Dylan cannot trust any alpha except Caine, even though Caine initially refuses to touch him. Despite that, he stays with Dylan for two days during his heat. Afterward, they part ways and do not see each other again for two years.

Their paths cross again when Dylan’s daughter is kidnapped, and he shows up at Caine’s doorstep asking for help.

Caine is such a complex character. I loved watching his growth throughout the story. He evolves from the cold, guarded man we meet at the beginning into someone capable of opening his heart. Learning more about the cruelty he endured from his father and the struggles he faces because of his condition made my heart ache for him.

Dylan, on the other hand, has such a strong and vibrant spirit. He is defiant, feisty, and genuine, and he has done everything he can to survive and protect his daughter. I admired his resilience, especially when life continually works against him. I also loved how he challenges Caine at every turn. Beneath his sharp wit and quick comebacks, Dylan longs for real love and to be part of a pack again, which made him even more compelling.

I especially enjoyed how protective Caine becomes of Dylan and Minnie, and how determined he is to do right by them, even when he struggles to let anyone in. Spending time with Dylan forces Caine to question everything he thought he knew about omegas and about love.

What makes their dynamic stand out is how naturally they challenge each other. Dylan is confident in who he is and refuses to be defined by expectations, while Caine has spent years shutting himself off. Being around Dylan slowly begins to change that, and the development feels gradual and authentic, which makes the emotional payoff even stronger.

I also appreciated how the story explores the mistreatment of omegas in their world. It adds depth and makes Dylan’s journey even more impactful. He goes through so much, and it is impossible not to feel protective of him.

The tension between Dylan and Caine is strong, and their intimate moments highlight just how deeply connected they are. The story delivers everything you would want from an omegaverse romance without feeling overdone.

[Abigail Beckwith · Rating 4 out of 5]

Here's "Den of Paradise" by Eryn Hawk.

["As the head of the most prestigious pack in the city, Caine Devereux doesn’t have the time or desire for a mate. That is until a routine visit to one of his “clubs” sparks an encounter with an omega in heat, and his resolve wavers. For the first time in his life, he’s not repulsed by the scent that greets him, so he lets instinct take over. It’s only three nights, after all? Except, what Caine doesn’t expect is for that same omega to show up on his doorstep two years later, begging for his help.

He shouldn’t get involved, he’s not interested in the archaic existence his father expected of him, but he can’t deny how the wilful little thing has captured his attention—it’s been a while since anyone dared to show him their claws.

Dylan Park is down on his luck, a single man with hardly a penny to his name, and after his first heat compels him into the arms of a powerful stranger, his life takes a turn he never anticipated. He quickly realises there’s no escaping the wolf’s den once you’ve ventured in, and he’s given no choice but to seek the leader’s aid. He’s offered a lifetime of protection, and with his baby girl in mind, Dylan signs on the dotted line, forfeiting his freedom and the chance of a bond like his parents had.

One tryst was all it took to flip his world on its axis, to tie him to an arrogant Alpha who barely tolerates his presence. But is security really worth never experiencing a fairytale ending for himself?"]

I waited for months for this book to come out! I counted down the days...and then it took me days to read. I was apparently not in a place for the kind of angst this book provided.

But it was soooo worth it!

This book was the perfect combination of spice and sass, of fluff and fire, of protection and possession. It was all over the top obsession and denial. It was found family and fate. It was fighting what you desire, fighting what you feel. It was overcoming those fears and accepting that love can concur.

Trigger Warnings: kidnapping, torture, past sexual coercion/assault, physical abuse, parental death, sexism, feelings of abandonment, old-fashioned ideals/traditions, ableism, asshole parent, scars/permanent injury, hospital aversion, guns/shooting, severe injury, blood and violence,

#denofparadise #erynhawk #books #queerbooks #queererotica #bodicerippers #bookstagram #bookphotography #ilovebooks

[Adeselna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you so much to The Author Agency and Eryn Hawk for the ARC <3

“Den of Paradise” combines all the most amazing things we have in omegaverse: heats, ruts, nests, but above all, the complexity of human emotions. Caine is not interested in taking a mate, he has a business to run and no time for relationships, so when Dylan denies every alpha in his establishment, Caine has no other option than to help Dylan during his heat. What they don’t know is that this heat will change their lives forever.

“Den of Paradise” is complex above everything. It handles the complexity of each character’s emotions in a really beautiful way. Caine has a good reason for not wanting to take a mate, and Dylan, while he didn’t want to become a father, he has to become a single parent and make life choices to ensure his daughter will have everything within his reach. While Caine and Dylan’s relationship is purely physical at the beginning, with Caine helping Dylan with his heat and Dylan helping Caine during his rut, Caine will realise how much of his life he’s missing out by not allowing himself to give in to his feelings. He enjoys Dylan’s company, and he sees that Dylan has done an amazing job with their kid, but he is really stubborn and makes Dylan suffer a lot by not admitting to his feelings.

Dylan is amazing! He’s a great father, and he was done dirty! I’m glad when the time came, he swallowed his pride to meet Caine, and he never took Caine for granted just because they had a kid together. He works hard for his kid, but he also wants them to have the best life possible, and while he admits that Caine can give them, in terms of money, what they need, Dylan needs more. He falls for the grumpy alpha who thinks he doesn’t need anyone. Caine struggles a lot with Dylan to keep his emotions at bay, but he stands no chance, since Dylan is just a really good person who wants their kids to be happy. It was really beautiful to witness Caine’s growth, and also Dylan’s giving in and allowing Caine to pamper him sometimes.

“Den of Paradise” is a really stunning omegaverse book, especially since it’s all about two people who are so right for each other, yet insist they are wrong. It’s beautiful, heartwarming and I’m really happy omegaverse books are getting more and more diverse.