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The Nesting Corner: A Small Town Omegaverse Romance

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Hazel Dove believes she’s broken. What kind of omega can’t be knotted?

After being cheated on by her boss, Hazel blows her life savings on a nesting store in a small town she’s never heard of. Moving to Honeybond Falls turns out to be exactly what she needed. She’s charmed by its cozy streets, tight-knit community, and her welcoming yet nosy neighbors. Best of all? The three gorgeous alphas renovating The Nesting Corner believe she’s their scent match.

Ethan… The salt-of-the-earth alpha next door with a savior complex to overcome.

Brody… The lovable flirt who sweet-talks old ladies for slices of cake.

Jasper… The reclusive, famous author who has lost his muse.

But Hazel’s past has left her with lingering insecurities. Although they’re determined to prove she’s more than enough, Hazel struggles to understand why the Bailey Pack would be interested in an omega who can’t do the one thing she’s made for…

As soon as Hazel finally starts to think she could have a real chance at happiness, her toxic ex shows up hellbent on destroying everything she’s built.

With her guys at her side, can Hazel summon the courage to fight for her dreams and their future? If she can, she might learn that true love has the power to fix just about anything…



Honeybond Falls is a small town omegaverse romance series of interconnected standalones filled with cozy days and knotty nights. Get lost in a quirky town with a growing gnome problem, giggle with your new fictional best friends, and snuggle down with protective alphas in the perfect nest. This low-angst, why choose comfort read has all the fuzzy feels of a warm hug and comes with a guaranteed HEA.

368 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 6, 2026

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Polly Maple

6 books190 followers
Polly Maple writes sweet omegaverse romance filled with all the fuzzy feels. Her fated mate love stories feature swoon-worthy alphas, characters you'll want to befriend, and a side of fun banter, all wrapped up in knotty heats that feel like coming home.

When Polly isn't dreaming up love stories, she's chasing her feral toddler, pestering her husband to make her chai lattes, and snuggling up under blankets watching reruns of her favorite comfort shows.

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Profile Image for Taylor Jefferson.
881 reviews13 followers
November 9, 2026
Cozy, small town, omegaverse.

Normally, using a surprise heat to bring a pack together is an immediate strike. It feels lazy to just make your characters bone a bunch and call that progress. Here it works though. Hazel's self worth was on empty, I teared up because of how little she valued herself and when her heat hit Brody, Ethan and Jasper were falling all over themselves to be there for her. It didn't feel like an easy way out because there was a lot more progress to be made with their relationships even after spending her heat together. Incredibly sweet, each character showed some growth but this was really Hazel's story. I always gravitate towards stories of characters finding their worth. Really enjoyed this one.
Profile Image for Mikaela (risqué.romance).
802 reviews38 followers
November 4, 2026
✨May contain spoilers✨

I have read every single one of Polly’s books but I didn’t think this one was going to be my favorite so far. This is her new series and from this book alone, I know this series alone is going to make me fall in love yet once again.

As usual, the found family with Hazel when she finds many, many people that love her had my heart. The people in Honeybond Falls had me wondering what things would happen next.

I loved Jasper and Hazel’s first meet. That was a way to meet one of your scent matches for sure.

From Brody, Ethan and Jasper, I think Brody was my favorite of the guys. He was just so freaking adorable. They all were but his little moments made me smile.

And her ex. He was a piece of work. When he called her defective, I was cheering for Jasper. That moment was everything for me.

Her pack treats her like the queen that she is. The courting and just everything that they did for her was perfect.

This book was super sweet and low angst mind the fact that a crazy ex won’t leave her be. I loved me a good omegaverse that has me in my feelings.

I cannot wait for the next book. I just have a feeling it’s going to be worth the wait.

I received a copy of this book and this is my honest review.
Profile Image for Ashley Laura.
280 reviews8 followers
October 25, 2026
*Thank you to my friend Polly Maple for this gifted ARC. I am honoured to provide an honest and authentic review and opinions are my own.*

The Nesting Corner is the perfect starter for Polly’s new series in HoneyBond Falls!!

I loved everything about this Omega Hazel, starting out on her own journey after a toxic and manipulative ex-boyfriend.
She stumbles into this cutest town, instant best friend Omegas who are also adorable store owners, and a sweet and spicy pack!!

This book makes you want to pick up and move to a small town, also set up an adorable store, and find your own found family!!

Polly does what she always does and creates genuine connections within the pack and Hazel. I loved how supportive and protective this pack is for Hazel- she needed someone’s to come lift her up after she’s been beaten down for so long.

The plot pacing is perfection, the spice is amazing, and the community is one I want to live in!! Polly knocked it out of the park in her step away from SVU and I can’t wait to see where this journey takes us!!
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602 reviews33 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
November 1, 2026
This is such a sweet read. I really love this world already and can't wait for what's next.

Our fmc is Hazel. Hazel is creative, talented, intelligent, kind, caring, soft natured and just so calming. Yes she is an omega but that hasn't stopped her from wanting a future for herself.

Our mmc's are Ethan, Brody and Jasper. These 3 alpha's are literally the sweetest but in their own unique ways. Ethan is the Pack Lead and has a very grounding presence where you can't not feel safe with him. Brody is very charismatic and charms all the older ladies in town but has a heart of gold. Jasper is the reclusive author that doesn't go out much and is struggling to write his book but he's actually really protective and loves hard, especially when a certain omega comes to town.

What drew me in was Hazel of course. After she leaves her not so great ex boyfriend, she finds herself in Honeybond Falls aiming to open a nesting store. Hazel never expected to met not one but three alphas that smell amazing, help her with her store and treat her with so much respect, love and everything in between. Oh and to top it off, she's found herself with 3 new best friends and a town that loves her for her. I really enjoyed the tension and angst between Hazel and the guys. She obviously found them sweet and attractive but didn't think she was worthy of a pack as she thinks she is "broken". I love how these guys show her that she is the opposite.

This is amazing, read this!!!

Thank you Polly and your amazing team for the opportunity to read this story and to be a part of your ARC team. I am forever grateful 🙏

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ / 🌶🌶🌶

🛏 why choose
🛏 multiple pov
🛏 scent matches
🛏 small town vibes
🛏 forced proximity
🛏 hurt / comfort
🛏 nesting store
🛏 spicy
🛏 found family vibes
🛏 so much more...
Profile Image for Anya.
254 reviews5 followers
November 8, 2026
The small town vibes were perfect and I loved how we actually got to meet a bunch of the town’s people as side characters.
The MMCs were probably my favorite characters, they were all so distinguishable and I feel like they really carried the story.
The FMC was a little harder for me to like, I started to like her towards the end when she finally began to stand up for herself. I completely understand why she was so meek and had zero confidence but I felt myself getting a bit tired of her constant backsliding towards the middle-end of the book. The MMCs did a great job with constantly reassuring her that her beliefs of being less than and damaged were not only untrue but completely wrong.
Overall, I enjoyed this book and I loved the cozy small town feel!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
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Tropes/Content:
MFMM
Scent matches
Found family
Small town
Nosey old ladies that run the town gossip ring
MCs over 30
Hurt x Comfort
OM drama
Knotting
DVP
Bonding bites

CW/TW:
FMC has a toxic ex-boyfriend who was also her boss and he pops up throughout the book trying to drag her back down and ruin her happiness and peace.
FMC has an Omega condition that is similar to a real-world condition called Vaginismus. It makes it hard and painful for her to take a knot.
Mentions how an MMC grew up in a cult and was later disowned by his parents for leaving the cult
Mentions writers block
Discussions on mental health and self-worth
Alcohol consumption
Profile Image for DarcieReadsALot.
376 reviews8 followers
November 2, 2026
What. A. Cute. Read! Another heartwarming and sweet omegaverse from Miss Polly! It all starts with Hazel moving from the city to a small town and investing her life savings to open a nesting store where she finds endlessly generous, and maybe a little quirky, townsfolk. She finds a community and delightfully, a pack of alphas that are insistent on helping her prepare for the opening of her nesting store.

Hazel has suffered gaslighting for years, and yet pulls herself up by the bootstraps and refuses to give up on her dreams and passions. Her insecurities impact her ability to be the omega she wants to be but Ethan, Jasper, and Brody are unrelenting at chipping away at them and allowing her to shed her self-doubt and flourish! You could really see how her perception of herself changed and how much she grew just from the unerring support and belief in her abilities from the Bailey Pack. Swoon!

The sweetness in The Nesting Corner absolutely melted my insides to goo and I enjoyed every minute of it. I loved watching Hazel shed her past and thrive in her present and be able to accept that she is deserving of real love and affection. If you love sweet MFMM omegaverse romances, you’re going to adore this low-angst and cozy read!
Profile Image for Kealy Darby.
37 reviews
November 7, 2026
I loved this book. Great cozy small town vibes with local community and events.
Humorous moments with town gossip and the alphas bickering.
Love a revenge/ karma plot!
Fantastic writing and description, I could not put this book down and basically read it in one sitting.

Ethan- rescuer, Brody- Golden retriever, foot and the mouth type and Jasper- sensitive, creative type. All of them there for her.

As always with these standalone’s I want to know the characters better.

Loved the best friends as well, some cute moments such as the candle making.

The FMC did annoy me a little as I just wanted her to be more confident but totally understand why she acted that way.

No spoilers but I’m glad she trusted the guys in the end.

Read this book if you like-
Small town cozy vibes
Builder/fixer alphas
Author Alpha
Nest designer omega
New to town
Small town gossip
Foodie mentions- I crave cake after this.
Nest inspiration
Community spirit
They spoil her or at least try to.
Surprise heat
Omega illness
Profile Image for Heather Knight.
72 reviews
November 6, 2026
The Nesting Corner

Honestly, I LOVED this book. I ate it up. It was cozy and sweet and spicy with the perfect amount of drama to keep me on my toes.

Hazel and her Alphas had me hooked from the very beginning. Hazel’s fear of not being enough and feeling broken is easy to relate to and I found myself tearing up now and then.

Hazels Alpha’s - Ethan, Brody, and Jasper show up for her and prove to her that she is more than enough and perfect for them. It’s the perfect mix of hurt/comfort and found family that makes you sigh in happiness. I LOVE a fated mares/scent match story.

Simply put, to be seen is to be loved and these Alphas show that at every turn.

Honeybound Falls has me hooked. It’s cute, quirky, and charming and I can’t wait for the next book.
Profile Image for Katie Armstrong.
61 reviews1 follower
Review of advance copy received from Author
November 5, 2026
The Nesting Corner was a beautiful cosy read, so perfect for an autumn vibe, wrapped up in a blanket with a hot chocolate or a cup of tea 🥹
It was genuinely like a warm hug from your favourite person. It makes you feel so loved and snuggly 😭

Whilst there is conflict, it's never between the main characters, and it really helps us see our FMC's personal growth and let's us connect with her.
Hazel and Pack Bailey are truly so sweet, and the whole book leaves you feeling such a warmth.
It's beautifully written, and the characters are relatable and gorgeous. And I just really, really loved every single second!

I'm VERY excited for book two in the series 💖
Profile Image for Felicia Berg.
156 reviews
November 10, 2026
I want this place to be real

I want to go to Honeybond Falls! Wow Polly! This is incredible, I hope you’re proud, I am! I have read from the first of your books. I feel excited I get to see you continue to write knock outs.

Omega Hazel revives a nesting store in Honeybond Falls. Although she doesn’t need the help, along comes Alpha’s Brody, Ethan, and Jasper. I love a strong FMC and Hazel fits that to a T. Things haven’t been super smooth for Hazel and these alphas help her through the bump’s. This isn’t just about an omega and alphas it’s a whole community. I hope you read this and fall in love with it too.
Profile Image for Nicole.
415 reviews18 followers
October 31, 2026
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I loved this so much!! I was expecting a bit more anxiety given the CW list but Polly somehow made this low angst. Add in the cozy, small town vibes of Honeybond Falls and this was such a good read. I could not put this down!! I swear every chapter had me wishing this town was real so I could move there or the characters were real so I could be friend them. It gave Gilmore Girl vibes but OV style. Brody was my absolute favorite of the guys but each of the girls that befriended Hazel were just as charming and I can’t wait for this series to continue and to read their stories.
296 reviews
Review of advance copy
November 2, 2026
I am in LOVE with this new series by Polly. I adored the Scent Valley Series and the Stella Sisters, but this little gem took top spot. It is very much a sweet read with a tiny tiny amount of angst. Hazel is tired of being denied the credit she rightly deserves for her job. After a rather eventful goodbye, she puts her entire life savings into starting fresh in a new town with a new business. When the town hotties, I mean, a local pack offers to help fix up her business she agrees. These characters are so lovable. I’m excited to see which of the other omega’s will be next in the series!
170 reviews
November 9, 2026
Cozy, fated mates, finding oneself

This is a sweet story about the difference the right pack can make for an omega. Hazel is so used to being made less, talked down to and called to much by her ex, shes not sure how to handle it when she meets her scent matches. Following along as she regains her confidence and discovers good alphas, makes for a fun, sweet and spicy cozy read. Along with the romance, I love the friendship and feeling of sisterhood mixed in as well, and the feeling of omegas standing up for one another.
48 reviews
Review of advance copy received from Author
October 29, 2026
Oh lordy I just knew the moment I picked it up I'd be hooked and considering it's 4 am idsay I was right. This book had everything I wanted in it and more. Drool worthy alphas that have dirty mouths and endless amounts of patience? Check. A group of no nonsense friends that have your back and bring you cheese? Check. Lots of nests and heats?CHECK CHECK CHECK.

 I  will be not so patiently waiting for the next book.
Profile Image for Anna Wilson.
262 reviews6 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
November 2, 2026
Polly Maple is an author that you do not sleep on! I have loved all of her omega-verse books and I'm happy to be on her Arc team for this new series! I absolutely adored all of the characters in this book and enjoyed the small town aspect and how everyone rallied together! Although there is a little bit of drama in this book, I would say overall it's very low angst and it was cute seeing them all fall in love!
Profile Image for Audrey.
400 reviews13 followers
Review of advance copy received from Author
November 3, 2026
Can I go live in Honeybond Falls?!
Hazel and her alphas Jasper, Ethan, and Brody, are so wholesome and cute! Hazel deserves sweetness after her horrible ex, and the guys deserve love, too!
I also loved Hazel’s passion to follow her dreams of creating a nesting store, despite the obstacles in her way!
Overall, a great omegaverse to cozy up with and devour! Spicy and sweet and fun to read!

💖 And thank you so much to Polly Maple for the ARC! 💖

⭐️ This is my own and honest opinion ⭐️
Profile Image for Hannah.
2 reviews
November 9, 2026
So cute!

When I saw Polly Maple was releasing a new book, a small town romance at that, I knew I had to read it! This was genuinely so sweet, Hazel was so relatable, and I loved getting to see her love story unfold. The little jabs at Jasper’s lack of social presence was probably the cherry on top. I’m also excited to see what Meadow gets up to! I enjoyed getting to know her just as much as Hazel.
Profile Image for Jess Burns.
16 reviews1 follower
November 11, 2026
You just can’t go wrong with a cozy Polly Maple book. Ever since I found her SVU books I knew she’d be an author I’d read no matter what. The world building of a new town and setting up a new series was done so well and I can just picture the coziness. I’m looking forward to Meadows story and what else is left to come. Highly recommend Maples books if you’re looking for a cozy quick omegaverse read
Profile Image for Liz.
57 reviews1 follower
Review of advance copy received from Author
November 3, 2026
Like the SVU series, it's so cozy! This omega has self doubts and insecurities that came from a toxic relationship. Leaving the city behind for a new town, opening her own shop, finding friendships and love on the way. When I took my time reading this book, I didn't want to stop! I feel in love with the Bailey pack -- Ethan, Brody and Jasper. This hard-working, kind-hearted, strong-headed pack is just what Hazel needs. The reassurance that her self doubts and insecurities are just in her head and they'll love her either way for who she is! That ending chapter made me so giddy with excitement and happiness for Hazel, something so well deserved!!
Profile Image for jean hall.
183 reviews
November 8, 2026
Great First Book in The Series

I loved this book and the characters were so amazing. Hazel is dealing with a lot and taking a leap of faith with her talent. I love how supportive and understanding the Alphas were . Ethan , broody, jasper were so good and I loved all their personalities. I love all the side characters as well. Can’t wait until the next book
Profile Image for Annah.
68 reviews2 followers
November 8, 2026
WHAT A WAY TO START A NEW SERIES!!!!

Did I sob embarrassingly hard? Absolutely.
Is this an adorably cozy take on the omegaverse? Beyond so.
Am I jilted that the book isn’t 600 pages solely to keep reading about this lovely cast of characters? So much.
Now I’m on the absolute edge of my seat waiting for book two in the series. I’m beyond invested in this small town!!
Profile Image for Elizabeth.
44 reviews17 followers
November 10, 2026
so cute

I absolutely love the trope of starting over in a new town and this book did not disappoint, I loved the male romantic interests and how they were so patient and understanding every step of the way. Not to mention the group of friends that had her back no matter what. I absolutely loved the ending too a perfect way to wrap it up. Can’t wait for the next one
Profile Image for Maya.
1,853 reviews
November 10, 2026
Sweet but lord, there’s a lot of people to track in this story. Not sure why it was important to intro them all. Hazel seems so indecisive sometimes that I wanted to shake her but I cannot lie: the devotion of her guys is so satisfying. Compared to other books she’s written, there seems to be something missing here. Hopefully the next part in the series sucks me in more.
Profile Image for The Forgotten Bookmark.
460 reviews18 followers
November 6, 2026
I absolutely loved this one!! It was such a perfect small town omegaverse! Hazel was such a relatable fmc and I loved her moving to a small town to open a nesting store! The guys were all perfect for her! I loved them and seeing them all come together was so good!
100 reviews
November 7, 2026
Low angst but pretty boring…3.5 stars

The writing was good but it was pretty boring. It was about as predictable as it comes. The MMCs were sweet but there wasn’t anything outstanding about them and the FMC was nothing special, standard omega being unsure of herself. Meh…
Profile Image for Chareads.
143 reviews
November 7, 2026
I’m so in love with this book.

An amazing omega, the best pack of alpha.

I couldn’t stop smiling while reading it
So beautiful , so cute
The Small Town chaos is perfectly handled

I’m really excited for all this series, the girls group is amazing
9 reviews
November 8, 2026
I absolutely devoured this book, just like all other omegaverse romances Polly Maple has written! Perfect, Cozy read and I'll definitely recommend this to everyone to read it in an afternoon while sipping some warm tea and enjoy all the sweetness in this book!
4 reviews
November 9, 2026
What I needed

I loved it. Not only did it tuck at some personal things but the ending and self discovery of the FMC was great!! Cannot wait for the next book. A real world experience in a way that makes you all soft and happy.
Profile Image for Daphnne.
1,345 reviews9 followers
November 10, 2026
Cute, cute, cute!

I loved this read. It was the exact kind of cozy OV I was looking for. Hazel and her alphas were adorable and I was so proud of Hazel by the end. Can't wait for more in this universe.
2 reviews
November 11, 2026
Amazing book definitely a must read

I've waited for this book for so long and it did not disappoint. I can't wait for book 2. I can't wait to see what happens in Honeybond falls next.
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