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The Heat of Us
by Eliana Lee
I couldn’t resist diving into Eliana Lee’s third omegaverse novel aftering finishing The Scent of Us Part One & Part Two. This third novel featured a brand new pack with characters who carried over from the original duology.
Both the omega and one of her alphas were two prominent characters in the duology, meaning we had some familiarity with them as this third standalone novel began. This novel shifts from different POVs from all the pack mates giving us great insights into their personal lives, and struggles, outside of the pack.
This story deals with the death of a partner, religious trauma, sick/aging family members, and abusive relationships. That sentence alone feels overwhelming and oppressive, but the characters banter and the story itself is one of comfort and hope. While there are many tough themes throughout this story it never felt dark or constricting. We watch each character come to terms with their individual struggles, and learn to lean on one another so that they no longer face those tough challenges alone.
Another thing I loved about this book was how sex positive it was. While most omegaverse novels in my experience are inherently sex positive, this novel featured two characters who were sex workers. We got a peak into their routine and the reality of being a sex worker. I thought this shed a very realistic and positive light on their jobs, and appreciated how the other characters responded to this information once it was brought to light.
Similarly to the duology that pack dynamics were once again incredible to read. There was spice, smut, but also tender, healing, and comforting moments. Everything a healthy dynamic should display and cultivate was included in this pack. I’m so happy I discovered this author and her characters, and through them was able to reignite my love for omegaverse. This genre is just what I need when I’ve been dealing with a lot personally, physically, and mentally. I need the comfort of these packs just as much as the characters do, and it truly has been a cathartic reading experience.
Both the omega and one of her alphas were two prominent characters in the duology, meaning we had some familiarity with them as this third standalone novel began. This novel shifts from different POVs from all the pack mates giving us great insights into their personal lives, and struggles, outside of the pack.
This story deals with the death of a partner, religious trauma, sick/aging family members, and abusive relationships. That sentence alone feels overwhelming and oppressive, but the characters banter and the story itself is one of comfort and hope. While there are many tough themes throughout this story it never felt dark or constricting. We watch each character come to terms with their individual struggles, and learn to lean on one another so that they no longer face those tough challenges alone.
Another thing I loved about this book was how sex positive it was. While most omegaverse novels in my experience are inherently sex positive, this novel featured two characters who were sex workers. We got a peak into their routine and the reality of being a sex worker. I thought this shed a very realistic and positive light on their jobs, and appreciated how the other characters responded to this information once it was brought to light.
Similarly to the duology that pack dynamics were once again incredible to read. There was spice, smut, but also tender, healing, and comforting moments. Everything a healthy dynamic should display and cultivate was included in this pack. I’m so happy I discovered this author and her characters, and through them was able to reignite my love for omegaverse. This genre is just what I need when I’ve been dealing with a lot personally, physically, and mentally. I need the comfort of these packs just as much as the characters do, and it truly has been a cathartic reading experience.