Knot Running Now

by Ivy Hawk

Question 1: What’s your middle name?
Take a tequila shot, or four.

Question 5: Have you ever been bowling?
That’s just silly… No, of course not.

Question 7: Where is the most public place you’ve had sex?
Take another shot, admit to a terrible s*x life.

Question 13: Have you ever f****d yourself in front of your three Alphas and your Beta?
Surprise, surprise... We never got to the twentieth question.

I guess who can blame me when my scent match shows up out of nowhere with his pack - who also are my scent matches - and they can make sure I never have to run again.

Genres: Omegaverse, Why Choose, Novella, Friends To Lovers, Romance

140 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 27, 2026

Reviews

[Dani (Daniiireads)]

Knot Running Now was so fun! This novella was a super quick and spicy read, and I loved it so much!

𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗧:
- why choose
- omegaverse
- ex fiancé’s brother
- scent matches
- boyfriends are boyfriends
- small town

[Rachel Nahabedian]

Loved it (rounded up)

👥 Why Choose
🐺 Omegaverse
💔 Ex-Fiancé’s Brother
👃 Scent Matches
🏳️‍🌈 Boyfriends Are Boyfriends
🏡 Small Town

Okay, Jac, our poor Omega, has to leave her scent match behind while escaping her absolutely terrible asshole fiancé. She ends up in a small town, working at a bowling alley for an amazing older woman who is VERY determined to introduce her to her Alpha son and his pack.

Except…surprise.

That Alpha son’s pack includes another Alpha who just so happens to be the brother of Jac’s awful fiancé—and he’s actually SWEET. And he’s the scent match Jac had to leave behind.

Oh, and the other three members of the pack? Also scent matches. So Jac suddenly finds herself with three other Alphas and a Beta who are all very interested in making her theirs.

A part-time(?) sub Alpha, a caretaker Alpha, a sunshine, chaos gremlin Alpha, and a golden retriever Beta. I’m so listening.

There’s bonding, sweetness, adorable moments, knotting galore, a bowling alley bonding ceremony, and a seriously satisfying ending where Jac gets to stand up for herself, reclaim her power, and tell some people exactly where they can go. All with her men right there behind her.

I loved every moment of this and my ONLY complaint is that it’s a novella because I NEEDED 500 PAGES OF THIS PACK. I wanted more time with all of them, more bonding, more sweetness, more chaos, and honestly…just MORE.

Give me the full-length version immediately, please and thank you.

Thank you, Ivy and Luna Literary Management for the ARC.

[Emmi (bookish_redpanda)]

Format: 📱 eBook 📱 (ARC)

A quick read that has all the hallmarks of an omegaverse inside this easy-to-read novella. It brings the heat of finding scent matches, a hint of second chance romance, and a lot of meddling from an MMCs mother, and is sure to give a giggle, give an extra-large serving of spice, whilst having just enough angst/drama to keep the pages turning.

As with some novellas, I felt like we didn't really get to know the characters much, and they felt relatively two-dimensional - I know, this can often be an issue with shorter stories, but I found myself not really connecting with the characters. This book is also in desperate need of an extra edit (or two) - I know that ARC's aren't always the final edited version, but a lot of this read so clunky.

In saying that, this was a debut, and I am definitely curious to see where the author's writing progress takes them - definitely on my radar for ongoing releases.

Thank you to the author and Luna Literary Management for the eARC opportunity. These are my honest thoughts that I have provided voluntarily.

[sycokittykat - Stefanie]

Cute debut novella

This was a cute story but with so many characters I wish it was full length. I wanted to really get to know everyone and that is impossible in 140 pages.

We got these glimpses into the past for some of the characters but I really wanted more. show me who they are and mire about how they all cane to be. Give me more about who the character are now. I want to know who's protective, funny, brainy, whatever.

For me novellas are best without a backstory because that is a tease and always leaves me wanting more. If you give me background on two or three characters don't give me more of them because they end up feeling like they don't really matter.

Now I love the idea of this story. Her running away from a potential packmate after scent matching his brother. Good for her but also how did she disappear when she's been living in a place the little brother's pack is connected to?

I loved the use of the bowling ally. I love when there are unconventional places or sports used in books. Give me the unique pack that loves bowling over your standard sports player or MC or whatever.

For being a debut I'm excited to see what Ivy gives us next. Also, I love that this takes place in Colorado.

[Brittany Furnish]

****ARC READER REVIEW****

Knot Running Now grabbed me by the scruff and yeeted me straight into an omegaverse fever dream. Jac escapes her nightmare Alpha fiancé, tries to live a quiet life working at a bowling alley… and the universe responds by dropping FOUR scent matches on her doorstep like a chaotic Amazon delivery.

Jac goes from abused omega to independent menace, and every one of these men reacts like their inner wolf just got hit with a love‑scent grenade.

Anderson — Alpha with surprising submissive moments

Monty — Alpha caretaker energy

Taylor — Alpha sunshine chaos

Luke — Beta sweetheart with secrets

I expected nonstop knot‑mayhem, but the normal moments? The bonding? The small‑town weirdness? Shockingly adorable. My only struggle was keeping track of whose POV I was riding like a deranged carousel horse.

Chaotic, spicy, entertaining — a four‑star omegaverse circus I’d absolutely recommend.

[Jillian Fairfax]

This was my very first omegaverse read and it was quite the wild ride!!

I really enjoyed the general storyline of this book and all of our characters. I love a good why choose!

I also really appreciated that there was a dictionary at the beginning to help newer omegaverse readers understand terms that are used in this genre!

I liked our characters, but I felt as if I didn’t get to know them on a deep enough level to be able to really connect with them. I would have loved to have all of their back stories instead of just two/threeish out of five.

This was the author’s debut novel, so with that said, it was really good! She definitely has a talent and I can see her being successful as a writer!

[Julianna Coomer]

Very spicy short read! Loved all the guys and how Jac grew into her confidence by the end!

[Romance_book_obsessed]

A quick Omegaverse with an ex’s brother, scent matches, and swords crossing!

[Claudia June Reads]

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5 stars (A feral six BUT six isn’t on the meter so yeah.. Need to make that CLEAR… with my whole chest!)

Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ / 5 (Author dedication literally said AND I QUOTE: *"This is just spice. Pure filth. Enjoy - one handed"* and she did NOT stutter!)


RIGHT… SO… I– *Giggles, red cheeks, preparing myself*


OK… LOL… This review is going to be… different… because… I *honestly* and I mean this with my chest, tatta’s and nips, *truly* CANNOT tell you what happens in this book… on this review… I’d get b*anned lol.

So… let me just TRY and be a professional about this…


*deep breath*


Right… so… I set this book down at 2:00 AM, stared at my bedroom ceiling, and said *"oh wow, okay"* out loud to an empty room. 🖤


Yeah… then… well, I passed out, exhausted and TRULY well fed. *winks*


When an author puts a dedication in the front matter warning you that you are about to read unfiltered filth, you brace yourself.


But, see, I’ve read you’re average “smut is the plot” books before but THIS?


GURL… THIS??


*Knot Running Now* is not just pure spice… *clasping hands and taking a deep calming breath* Knot Running now… it is a top-tier emotional comfort food wrapped in a five-alarm fire.


But, I’ll stop rambling and get into it… here is the setup: Jac is a runaway Omega hiding out in a sleepy Colorado mountain town, working behind the counter of a bowling alley after escaping an abusive high-society fiancé. Eleven months ago, right before fleeing, she shared ONE stolen, earth-shattering kiss in a coat closet with her fiancé's younger brother, Anderson (wow, just wow) only to discover they are biological scent matches (citrus meets warm cinnamon rolls, I mean COME ON!!!!)

Okay… okay… I can do this… Now…


Fast forward to present day: Anderson walks into her bowling alley with his pack—towering, calm pack alpha Monty (Daddy, absolute Dadddyyy),a playful golden-retriever photographer Taylor (I would literally do anything and I mean ANYTHINGGGG for him), and massive sweet Beta Luke (seriously????).


And when I tell you this pack does not hesitate????


They see their runaway Omega living on empty cupboards in a converted barn loft, and they instantly build a fortress of safety, nesting blankets, and unhinged praise around her.

This is the point where I was like: “Really??? Why?? Why can’t real life be like this??)

But I digress… again… (lol might happen a few times)


Let's talk about the craft behind the steam, because Ivy Hawk did something brilliant here:


**S**cent dynamics in this book are top-tier; the biological tension between Anderson's citrus and Jac's cinnamon rolls is intoxicating from page one.


**C**onsent and trauma-informed aftercare are woven so seamlessly into the story and when I tell you…the way the Alphas use their purrs to soothe her nightmares made me melt. MELT. I WAS NOT WELL…..


**E**very single intimate scene brings something different to the table, from living room 20 Questions toy performances to bowling office mezzanine chaos. (I was overwhelmed, I was a mess (all kinds) but most *importantly* I. WAS. GIGGLING. AND. KICKING. MY. FEET. AT. EVERY. SINGLE. SCENE. AND. I. WAS. HAVING. A. BLAST.


**N**o third-act miscommunication nonsense anywhere—this pack is 100% unified, supportive, and obsessed with their girl. Thank you Ivy, I appreciated that, it was a breath of fresh air to just have things go well for once and well it did goooo.


**T**aylor Swift-coded boardroom mic drops in the climax that had me literally cheering in my seat. Yes yes yes, I know, I know, shut up.


The pack dynamic is an absolute dream. The good and the wet kind.


Monty's commanding quiet authority (*"Suck Omega"* should be a controlled substance and I want a 12 month repeat sent to my nearest Walgreen’s RIGHT NOW.), Taylor's endless teasing and oral worship, Luke's sweet beta devotion, and Anderson's desperate scent-matched loyalty create a masterclass in multi-partner romance.

This was not your average Why-Choose-Harem-Romance… this was Can’t-Choose-Can’t-Make-Me-Choose-I-REFUSE-To-CHOOSE-NOW-GET-OUT-OF-MY-FACE-AND-LET-ME-REREAD-IT-AGAIN-CHOOSE.


If you love Kathryn Moon, Jillian West, Devyn Sinclair, or just want a fast-paced, high-heat comfort read where a traumatized heroine is utterly cherished and worshipped by four devoted men, RUN to grab this.

[KittyGrimm]

I received ARC of Knot Running Now by Ivy Hawk through @lunaliterary.management for an honest review.

Knot Running Now is a Lake City Novella and the story follows Jac, an omena woman who runs away from her arranged marriage to a cruel Alpha when she meets her scent match, wanting to protect both herself and him. After running away she settles down in a small town, where she starts to work in a bowling alley, until she meets her scent match again, but this time there isn't just one, but four of them, and all their scents call her inner omega.

This story has everything that a good omegaverse story should have, high heat, scent matches and a good plot to go with all the spicy scenes it includes.

Jac as our FMC goes from being someone who used to be abused back to a strong and independent woman, who isn’t afraid to really start living her life again.

Anderson is the first of our MMCs, Alpha who doesn’t just order others around but also knows how to be more submissive when needed.

Monty is the second MMC, who is also an Alpha, who is used to taking care of his own packmates and not just to lead them.

Taylor is the third Alpha, the one who brings more lighthearted moments to all of their lives.

Then there is Luke, our sweet Beta who has his own secrets and tricks up his sleeves.

The story kept me entertained and while I first thought the whole book would be just a fastpaced ‘’fuckfest’’ I found myself enjoying a lot of their normal moments between all of them. The only thing that I personally just had a slight problem with was, to keep up with who of the guys thoughts and scenes I was following.

I would give this book 4 out of 5 stars and would recommend it to everyone who enjoys their omegaverse stories with both group scenes with all of them but also with the scenes with just between men.


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[Izzy]

Thank you, Luna Literary, for the arc!

For a debut (as far as I can tell), this was not bad. Congratulations on your release!

As other reviewers may have already mentioned, the pacing is a bit off, and it feels like it lacks polish that may come from a knowledgeable editor. Occasional typos which can be expected in an ARC.
It feels very "everyone's gotta start somewhere". I would have preferred the novella taking more time to flesh out the characters. Wed don't really feel for Jac because her reasons for leaving her fiancé are rushed over to avoid scaring anyone with a domestic abuse trigger warning. But if you're not gonna work with the consequences of such a thing, then don't include it. Don't half-ass domestic abuse accusations. 'Bruises for weeks' is not something to take lightly.

The men are a blur. When introduced, they don't get much of an introduction. Eye colour, hair colour, and a scent. And that they're tall, naturally. Example; "As Monty steps away, I am immediately sucked into deep mahogany brown eyes, a leather scent filling my nostrils as the new Alpha introduces himself. “Heya Jac, I’m Taylor.” He winks as he gives me a little wave, and I wave back." And we move on from there. That's it. That's all we're getting?
So I remember absolutely nothing about him, and when we're cruising along on this insta-lust train, they're just a bunch of names. Mind you, we're only at 20% at this point.

Jac goes against her own words very quickly, going from "I need time. I am not ready for a pack." Only to immediately agree when they ask her. It feels so rushed. The nickname "Runaway" is not cute considering the half-assed domestic abuse plot. It's like affectionately calling someone "Loser" or "Quitter".

The rest just felt awkward. An ordered 'solo show' for a guy she met a few hours ago? It's definitely got a case of "the plot just happened to the FMC". None of these decisions were hers.

Tropes:
- Insta lust
- Omegaverse
- DVP
- Ex-Fiancé's brother
- Baby epilogue

[My Used Library]

Knot Running Now is only the second omegaverse book I've ever read, so I'm still pretty new to the genre and figuring out what I enjoy. Unfortunately, I haven't found one yet that has completely blown me away and made me want to immediately continue the series. With that being said, this ended up being a 2.5⭐️ read for me.

Knot Running Now is the first book in the Lake City Series and follows Jac, Monty, Anderson, Taylor, and Luke. Jac is an omega who is engaged to Trent, but after experiencing abuse from him, she decides she has had enough and runs away. She soon crosses paths with Anderson, Trent's brother, who also happens to be her scent match, along with his pack, Monty, Taylor, and Luke. From there, things get complicated pretty quickly.

For me, the biggest issue was the fact that this is a novella. I felt like there wasn't enough room for the storyline or the characters to really develop, and I found myself wanting more substance from the story. There was quite a bit of spice, but I personally would have preferred more focus on the plot, the characters, and the relationships developing between them.

That said, I am still trying to figure out what I enjoy when it comes to omegaverse books, so I'm curious to hear from readers who are more familiar with the genre. Is this amount of spice and the balance between plot and spice pretty typical for omegaverse novellas, or have I just not found the right books yet? 👀

Thank you to the author and Luna Literary for the opportunity to read an ARC of this book. Even though this one wasn't quite the right fit for me, I'm still open to trying more omegaverse books and seeing if I can find one that really pulls me into the genre.

[Megan]

If you want a quick novella read that's heavier on the spice and less focused on the plot and story and you don't mind pacing problems and continuity errors, this is probably a good fit for you. If you want the latter but also appreciate the details and even a hint of pacing, this might be a tougher sell.

Overall, it was fine for what it's trying to be but there were several instances where continuity became a problem which is why I'm sitting more between a 2-3. An MMC puts himself away, the FMC leaves, and the same MMC puts himself away again. An MMC leaves to join the FMC and another MMC, all three are seen together by the remaining two MMCs, the remaining two go to join the others but it's now back to the three. One of the MMC's nicknames for the FMC changes from Wildfire to Spitfire. Admittedly, the first half of the book was better suited than the second half. I feel like it suffered in the back half of the writing as that's where all these cropped up.

I also try not to hold editing against ARCs but this one really needs another pass or two (or three) by an editor. There were lots of simple grammar issues (a comma following dialogue into a dialogue tag for example) that were done correctly sometimes but, just as often done incorrectly. There were a lot of echoing words as well and some character name spelling errors.

This definitely has potential. I think another couple editing passes and maybe a good couple of beta readers or a dev editor before republishing could help with minor things to really improve the story. If you don't mind some of the minutiae though and just want something that's quick and dirty, this will probably check your box.

Thanks to Luna Literary Management and Ivy for the ARC opportunity.

[Ashton]

**I received an ARC of Knot Running Now by Ivy Hawk through lunaliterary management in exchange for an honest review.**

I went into this expecting a quick, chaotic omegaverse read, and honestly, it delivered exactly that while still giving me more character development than I expected.

Jac’s journey was probably my favorite part. After leaving a terrible situation behind, she gets the chance to start over in a small town, working at a bowling alley and slowly finding her independence again. I really liked seeing her go from someone who had been pushed around for so long to someone who finally starts standing up for herself.

And then there’s her very unexpected pack. Anderson, Monty, Taylor, and Luke each bring something different to the group, and I enjoyed watching their personalities bounce off one another. Monty has that dependable caretaker energy, Taylor brings most of the chaos and humor, Anderson has a softer side than I expected, and Luke is the sweet one who clearly has more going on beneath the surface.

What surprised me most was how much I enjoyed the quieter moments. The bonding, the small-town setting, and the time spent getting to know everyone made the story feel like more than just a fast-paced omegaverse novella.

My one complaint is that it was way too short. I definitely could have used more time with Jac and the pack, especially seeing their relationships develop and getting more of those everyday moments together.

Overall, this was a fun, chaotic, and surprisingly sweet read. If you enjoy omegaverse stories with found family, multiple love interests, small-town vibes, and plenty of personality, this one is worth checking out.

[Angel Lambert]

Thank you Luna Literacy team for sending me a free e-arc in exchange for an honest review!

Jac is an omega who runs away from her awful alpha fiance after she has a moment with his brother in a closet. After some time, she not only runs into his brother again at her job in the bowling alley, but also his pack of two other alphas and an omega. They are not just immediately attracted to her, but they also are ALL her scent matches.

This was a short, spicy, and good time novella of just under 150 pages. Of course, sadly with novellas there is always the possibility of not getting enough time to fully know and connect with the characters. This was the only reason my rating was not 5 stars, I love the characters and with there being so many within the reverse harem I really wanted to get to know them more!

Jac went through some trauma and despite that, she really showed how much of a queen she was throughout this. I loved her spunk, confidence, and overall personality! Though I felt like I didn’t get much time to know the love interests, I still could feel their chemistry! These men took care of her, cooked for her, AND bought her groceries when they saw she had none; these small acts always bring me so much joy because it really is the little things that matter 🥺

Of course it was steamy, it was quirky, it was fast paced, but such a perfect read if you’re looking for a genuine good time and maybe even a fan of omegaverse (I know I need all of the recs!) I’m looking forward to seeing more from Ivy Hawk!

——> Recommended if you love:
- Omegaverse
- Why Choose
- No 3rd Act Break-Up
- Brothers Ex-Fiancé
- Scent Matches
- Small Town
- Bowling

< Rating: 3.25/5 >

[Julie Cunningham]

4.5 rounded up
Review of advance copy received from the author and Luna literacy

Knot Running Now by Ivy Hawke
Book 1 in the Lake City series

Tropes
Why chose
Omegaverse
Ex-fiancé brother
Scent matches
Boyfriends are boyfriends
Small town

This was my first read by Ivy Hawke and I was “knot” disappointed. This is a novella so if you want to dive into a story packed with a great story line this is the one for you. Jac is a female omega that kisses her fiancée’s brother who we learn later is her scent match. Once she realizes this she runs. Running was the only option she had since we learn that her ex is an abuser with a temper and he would hurt her or his brother just to have his way. When we catch up with her she has moved to a small town working at a bowling alley. The owner was nice enough to offer her a small apartment which they turned into her own. The owner is such a sweet lady with a match marking heart. She wants Jac to meet her son and the rest of his pack. When the pack walks into the bowling alley it is a surprise that her scent match is in front of her but he is not the only one she is scenting.Anderson is the ex’s bother then you have Monty, Taylor and Luke. All of them are alphas except for Luke. All four of them are her scent match. Jac is scared to bond to any of them because of the trauma she faced with the ex but the more time they spend together she knows these men are her future. When the ex shows up she has made up her mind. Pick this up, you will have it read it to see how everything comes to b e in place.

[balayageandbooks]

I'M OBSESSED.

Did bowling just become hot...yes, I think it did.

First and foremost I'm having a hard time wrapping my brain around the fact that this is this author's debut novel...it's so good.

Also where do I sign up for the rest of this series because...DAMMMMNNNN. (picture Chris Tucker and Ice Cube from Friday)

Seriously though I absolutely LOVED this book.

From the very first chapter I was hooked!

This FMC, I immediately adored her...from fighting for her freedom to fighting for her pack...she was a force to be reckoned with. I loved how these MMCs helped her flourish and gain her fierceness back.

These MMCs, shewwweee let me tell you what...from the dominate Alphas to the sweet and shy Beta this pack is the perfect combination...you get your sweet and spicy. Some sweet little nicknames and some delicious "crawl to me" moments.

And LAWD HAVE MERCY...the spice...if this spice was rated based on a game of bowling..the score would definitely be 300... you see what I did there? (yes I googled that because the last time I went bowling I asked if they had adult bumpers for the lanes...why can't we normalize that?)

I cannot tell you how excited I was that not only did this pack get their second chance but they also got their HEA...with a nice side platter of good old Karma.(cause we love that s--t)

Seriously I cannot wait to see what else this Author has in store for this incredible little town!

[Mimi Lee]

Yesss!!! How I love my swordcrossing packs and omegaverse! 😮‍💨🔥
Knot Running Now is a great short, extremely spicy and entertaining read.
All the characters were so easy to love. They have different personalities and vibes which made the group scenes especially delectable!
I really liked the hurt/comfort and found family elements too.
Our Omega FMC has been hiding from her past for 11 months working in a bowling alley until the past comes knocking at her door again. 4 men stand in front of her, drowning her in their mesmerizing scents, waking her own instincts and that is all it takes. 3 Alphas and 1 Beta offering her to join their pack and finally complete it! What follows is a game of twenty questions, drinks and dares to loosen all that nervous tension and get to "know" eachother more.😏
Oh the scene that follows… I will never erase it from my mind. It was delicious. The teasing, the tension and the group dynamic were everything!! When the main Alpha has control over everyone’s pleasure. 🥵 More of this… I need more of this!!! How will I ever forget this pack?!?!? I won’t okay, it was too hot. The guys were sooo tempting.
This was honestly such a nice story, I will definitely read more from this author!

Thank you Ivy Hawk and Luna Literary Management for this amazing spicy review copy!💕

[Erin]

First of all the dedication is amazing: "Okay… Let’s be honest. This is just spice. Pure filth. There really isn’t anything else to say except… Enjoy - one handed <3". I was warned with that and VERY much not disappointed. Total high heat, delicious spice, one handed read.. But wait there is a storyline, its not too in depth but it's there and its good. The characters are excellent as well. We have our FMC, Jac, an omega who was initially engaged to a not good alpha then discovered his brother is her scent match (so she runs away). Our MMCs, first we have Anderson the first scent match alpha she meets then basically runs from, though technically it wasn't from him she was running. Anderson is loyal, strong, and caring. Monty the pack leader, he's dominant but know s how much to push without going too far. Taylor the sweet artistic alpha. Last but definitely not least is Luke the beautiful beta who might be my favorite. This is an established pack so communication between all members is there and they just need to learn Jac this means no 3rd act break ups. Absolutely amazing book will be reading again. Bonus is that there is a 16 year epilogue, I love a super in the future epilogue so we can see how they ended up.

[Diana Martins]

The time is now.

Oh, what an absolutely wonderful read! We have an omegaverse why-choose where everyone is together, and it is super steamy.

I love a fast burn, but when you add the intensity and sensations of an omegaverse, it becomes absolutely delicious.

There are moments that make the story feel a little lighter because the MCs can be genuinely hilarious, but there are also some darker themes and a bit of drama that add depth to the story.
Still, the main focus—right after the way they keep getting to know each other over and over again—is them finding each other and doing everything they can to stay together.

The past may have been complicated, but they’ve finally found their HEA.

We have an FMC who is a fighter—not just for her happiness, but for what she wants rather than what others want from her.
And then we have four MMCs, each with very different personalities, but who fit together perfectly and will do absolutely everything to make our FMC feel safe and loved.

And in turn, she comes to realize the value of what the future has in store for her.

A delicious, steamy, emotional read with the perfect dose of humor, drama, and romance.

[Cal D]

✨Gifted ARC✨
This fast little novella had a quick burn and a quick timeline.

THOUGHTS 💭
🎳 We love a meddling mother figure! Bev was supportive and sweet (and definitely wanted to hook our FMC Jac up with her son and his pack 🤣).
🎳 Most of the omegaverses I’ve read have been multiple Alphas and one Omega. I enjoyed seeing a Beta MMC added to the mix.
🎳 We really got to know our characters through the spice (which was wonderfully plentiful); who was most dominant, who liked what, and how these MMCs all interacted with each other (and then how they interacted with Jac).
🎳 These Alphas and Beta helped their Omega find her way back to herself; what a gift (and what a show!). They were protective and supportive and sweet.
🎳 The chapters were in bite-sized pieces from multiple POVs. It gave the reader insight into all 5 MCs in the heat of the moment.
🎳 With this being a debut novella, there were some areas of growth for the author, but I overall enjoyed this read!

Thanks so much to Ivy Hawk for the ARC of this novella!

[Luna Diaz]

This book is a fast-paced, fun, spicy novella. Jac is an omega who ran away in the middle of the night, escaping her abusive ex-fiancé. At the same time, she left behind her scent match, who was the brother of her ex-fiancé, to protect him.

She found a home in a small town, working at a bowling alley. And as fate would have it, her scent pack appeared years later. She got a second chance with the scent match she left behind and more. I love how they were willing to court right away, and how she accepted their beta and their relationship.

The pack allows Jac to be more outspoken and sassy while embracing her sexuality. It was a very cute story, and I love how she was able to stand up to her ex-fiancé while grabbing her happy ending. If you want a fun short read, this is the book for you.

Tropes:
- why choose
- omegaverse
- scent matches
- boyfriends are boyfriends
- small town

[Amanda]

Knot Running Now — ARC Review ⭐️ 3.5 Stars

Knot Running Now is a quirky why choose omegaverse novel that honestly ropes you in from the very first chapter. The chapters are fairly short and to the point, making this a quick and easy read, especially if you enjoy shorter books.

I really enjoyed getting to see the different POVs throughout the story and learning more about the pack from each of their perspectives. However, I do wish we had gotten more development surrounding Jac and Trent, particularly with Jac being on the run. I also would have loved to learn more about the individual characters and their backgrounds within the pack.

Overall, this was an enjoyable and unique read with a fun dynamic, and I appreciated getting to experience the story through the different members of the pack.

[Tasha]

Knot Running Now by Ivy Hawk is a fun, steamy omegaverse romance that pulled me in from the beginning. I really enjoyed the chemistry between the characters and the way the relationships developed throughout the story. There’s plenty of emotion, tension, and possessive alpha energy to keep things interesting, while the characters still have enough depth to make you care about what happens to them. The pacing kept me turning the pages, and I especially liked the mix of romance, drama, and the omegaverse elements. The story has that addictive quality where you tell yourself you’ll read just one more chapter and suddenly you’re finished! Overall, Knot Running Now was an enjoyable read with engaging characters, plenty of heat, and a satisfying romance.

I received an ARC copy from Luna Literacy. Thank you for giving me the chance to read this novel and share my honest review of the novel

[Rachel bookin.withrach]

When the dedication goes “Okay… Let’s be honest. This is just spice. Pure filth. There really isn’t anything else to say except… Enjoy - one handed <3”

👃 *sniff* do you smell that? It’s just your scent mate and his pack coming to claim you. 😏 Jac you lucky Omega you. y’all need to check out Knot Running Now if you like any or all of these things

Omegaverse
Bowling
Ex fiancés brother
Why choose
The boyfriends are boyfriends
Yeeep I knew you’d be interested.

“I don’t know much about sharing pack mates or caring for three Alphas but I can imagine we will figure it out.”

And figure it out they did 🥵 over and over again. Three Alphas and a Beta with their cinnamon roll smelling Omega was everything. Seriously you need to experience this one for yourself

Enjoy 😋

[Dea Farrell]

Omegaverse. Check. Why Choose. Check. Little plot, high spice. Check. Book with a sport I actually play. Check. Knot Running Now is a short novella that packs all the punches. The FMC, Jac, escapes her fiancé and runs away to a small town to start over, working in a bowling alley. It's there that she meets her scent-matched pack, and things go from zero to 300 in the blink of an eye. With this being a novella, we don't get much background on some of the characters. I feel like we got to know Jac, Luke, and Anderson well, but not Monty and Taylor, and I wish we'd gotten to know more about their backstories. I can't wait to read the next book in this series and see what else is in store for this small town.

[Kata]

4,5 stars

Short and spicy omegaverse with scent matches, bowling and boyfriends who are also boyfriends.

The spice was spicing and the storyline kept me hooked. Everything you need from a great omegaverse story. Loved the dynamics between the characters and how the whole pack fit in together.

I highly recommend checking this one out, and I can’t wait to read more from the author!


“Ugh. Did I really pass out? Or am I dreaming that there are four extremely attractive men sitting in my apartment?”


I received an ARC of this book and I am voluntarily leaving a review. Receiving ARC didn’t affect my opinion of the book.

[Meredith]

Thanks so much to the author and Luna Literary for the ARC. All opinions are voluntarily shared and honest.

If you’re looking for a fast-paced omegaverse with a touch of angst and drama stemming for familial and abusive ex action, this is the perfect read for you. I personally love when my MCs have gone through some stuff, and this really worked for me.

I really liked the characters. Jac, the FMC, is the one we know best and I feel like we got to know Anderson (one of the alphas and the ex-boyfriend’s brother) and Luke (pack beta) pretty well. I wish we’d gotten to know more about Monty and Taylor though. I did adore that Monty, Taylor and Luke grew up together, but that’s really all we know about the first two. However, this is novella length and it packs a LOT into the story.

Would definitely read more in this world!

[Eren Valentine]

Its definitely a fun and spicy filled story. I did expect it to be longer though with it stating a novel on the cover but this is more of a novella being under 150 pages. I feel with it being short we didn't get all of the story that we could have with her and Trent and even the guys and then their being a pack. Im interested in seeing if more books come out... but hopefully longer. Outside of the length and not having all of the in depth background its still a fun story but with a lot of spice.

[Erin Mangum]

This was a quirky and quick read. The chapters are fairly short and straight to the point. If you’re unfamiliar with omegaverse, there may not be enough background information here to set you straight but there is a glossary of sorts provided at the beginning. I love how the story opens but I think I would really enjoy more time with Jac on the run and subsequently more time with the guys and their dynamics prior to meeting her. Spicy more for the sake of spice and less for the advancement of the story.

Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️