Broken (Omega's Destruction Book 1)

Broken is the debut novel of author Eva Dresden, and it is a standout entrance. This is a dark novel, and the language is both fierce and bleak, and it is not for readers that do not want to be challenged by the depth of the language and imagery. You will be drowned in this story once you start it, and for days afterwards you may not feel like you’ve come back.This is an Omegaverse novel, which one hopes the reader will be familiar with prior to reading it. Although even if not, the tight writing of this book will carry the unfamiliar along. Quinn is our heroine here, and circumstances have not been kind to her at the beginning of the book. She is struggling, but doing the best she can to improve her situation. A chance opportunity suggests that something might finally be turning for her, but then the situation begins to spiral out of control, and Quinn finds that her troubles are only just beginning.Without giving away too much of this novel, the story here really comes down to two people; Quinn and Kahler. This is their story, and it is what both drives the novel and gives us the most conflict within the novel. There is growing tension between the two, and also a growing sense of frustration, because there is no denying that despite how their relationship begins, there is attraction between these two. But the both frustrating and wonderful thing about this book is the interplay between the two, and the flawed nature of both characters. They should recognize the things that the reader sees about them both, and of course they don’t, which makes their interactions both so delicious and exasperating at the same time. I found this especially true of Quinn. I wanted her to see what I saw in Kahler, but she couldn’t because their initial contact was such that it colored her ability to recognize his own feelings and motivations. This helps to drive the narrative forward, because this conflict, and the given and take, back and forth between the two characters just pulls you in and holds you as it teases you as to whether these two will finally acknowledge what there is between the two of them.A few warnings. This is a dark novel, and there are some very intense scenes and subjects discussed here. There is nothing light and frothy about this story. That is part of the attraction, however, at least to this reader. The second is that this novel does not have an HEA, or even what I would call a HFN. There are hints of such at the very end, but that could also be wishful thinking on the part of this reader. There is a second novel in the works according to the author, and so that is hopeful in terms of seeing how Quinn and Kahler’s story plays out. But the ending of Broken will leave you feeling broken, but you’ll be glad you read this fantastic first novel nonetheless. And you’ll be eager for her next book soon!

If you’re easily triggered, then this book is not for you. The heroine suffers a lot but you feel so much for her.I’m not so good with number scales so I’ll just go with impressions——-!!!!Beware possible spoilers!!!!——Plot: GoodIt took a while for me to understand if there was an overarching plot. The essence is our heroine attracts the attention of the ML, he takes her, she escapes and falls into worser hands. I feel like this story is more character driven. You have a sense of who the ML is and what he is trying to do but it’s not elaborated as much. Quinn from the get-go wants freedom and does what she can to resist; she’s pretty consistent with that throughout the book. It’s all about survival for her.Writing: ExcellentThe descriptions were executed vividly, maybe a little too much. The reason I docked a star was that there was too much prose and not enough dialogue. Like I would read 5 pages just to get one line of speaking. !!!Don’t let this deter you from the series though because Eva listens to her audience and she adds more dialogue in the next book!!! This book mostly focuses on the heroine’s perspective, but again Eva listens, and the next book has more shifting perspectives.

"There was some game going on, and Quinn was certain she didn't know what it was. She was just as sure she was losing."This is Quinn's story. The night she meets Tobias Kahler her world is turned upside down, and Tobias' plans for her set off a series of events that neither Quinn nor Tobias are prepared for.What a ride. This book left my mind whirling and I’m feeling raw. I was captivated from beginning to end, 110% immersed in Quinn’s journey. If you like captive/captor books and antiheroes you’ll like this book. It’s dark and I don’t consider this story romantic. I see the groundwork for what might evolve between both main characters, but Quinn and Tobias have a lot to overcome. Those expecting a “dark romance” where the Alpha may be a bad guy, but he turns to mush around the heroine are going to be in for a shock. When reviewers say this is as good as Addison Cain’s Omegaverse series, this should be taken as a warning. The Alphas are deceptive and brutal in this world. Anytime an Alpha demonstrated a small kindness I was left on edge wondering: “What’s his game?” The MMC, Tobias, is an antihero to the core. There’s definitely a backstory to Tobias that remains untold.The writing is phenomenal. The style is unique and effective at putting the reader in Quinn’s shoes. When Quinn was confused, I felt confused. I felt overwhelmed at times and this mirrored how Quinn felt. Not everything was revealed to me, just as not everything was revealed to Quinn.The world-building is subtle, and I slowly learned more about the world as the book progressed. There is no info-dumping, which I always appreciate. Everything about the writing is excellent. At no point in time was I able to predict what was to come, and my expectations were consistently subverted. This seemed like a seasoned author’s book; Eva Dresden really knocked her debut novel out of the park.I'm new to the Omegaverse genre. After reading most of Addison Cain's Omegaverse series I went on the hunt for more Omegaverse. I had a feeling this book would be up my alley, and I'm thrilled to say it surpassed my expectations. I suggest reading a sample before diving in. The first chapter will give you a taste of Eva Dresden's writing style and a clue as to how dark she's willing to go ;-)

I struggled with this book for multiple reasons. The first being that it jumps around so much it was hard to follow what was going on and where they were at. The second was the writing style itself. I prefer the story being first person and not third person. But that is just a personal preference. This book has a good plot to it and could have been extended with more details explaining what was going on. I enjoyed the darkness to it, and some of the scenes were great. But this just was just not for me.

The first chapter took me a minute to settle into, Eva 's writing style is unique- descriptive, elaborate- not your typical "romance". So WELL written. This isn't going to be a book you can skim through. I was hooked instantly. And the more I read, the futher into the heart of darkness I went. Now, I love dark romances. I don't need the warm fuzzy (although I like those too) and this story certainly delivers on dark. Everything I wished would happen- didn't. But that's what made this story so great. I couldn't predict what was coming. It kept me guessing- and fuming/crying/cursing. It doesn't end on a HEA, and read the warnings in the summary. But if you like dark and OV, you need to check this author out. You're missing out on something awesome if you don't!

This was a very engaging story. Disturbing in parts, but gripping. There are some places where things jump around too much. The reader needs more information about the lore. What is the role of the Omega in society? Why does no one help them/respect them? What is the purpose of the red band the heroine is seen wearing very briefly at the start of the story? She shows it to the patron bothering her and he leaves her alone - but when the next person behaves even worse, the red band is not evident nor even mentioned again. Story is trigger-y for anyone with abuse issues, though well managed within the world design. Well written, I will definitely read again and perhaps move on with the story arc.

I chose this book because I've been following the Author on Wattpad and it was also recommended by someone in a closed group on FB Please adhere to the *WARNINGS* The author is 100% honest about it being a DARK ROMANCE. I am a bit of a DPNR junkie and have no desire for rehab so, I've read more than my fair share of the dark romance genre. This is an Omegaverse Novel like no other that I've come across it's a cesspool of Drama, Action, Mystery, Thriller and Horror that travel down a false road to redemption with random splashes of Romance. There are corners so dark that I frequently had to distract myself from reading just to regroup my emotions. I almost wondered if it was too dark for me? Just keep in mind that this is fiction, it is Omegaverse and not for the faint at heart, it has multiple triggers s/m , dubcon & noncon as well as abuse. If you are sensitive to those things, this isn't the book for you so, if you take the plunge don't cry about it and post a negative review later. If you crave the dark like myself, prepare to have your soul snatched! To dark for me? Yeah whatever! I did mentIon that I was a DPNR Junkie, did I not? can't wait for book 2

If you're a fan of dark books that are actually dark, this is one you must pick up. Not only that though, the writing is beautiful. It's rare for a debut indie author these days to have such a strong first work, and this one stands up with some of the best. AND, it's not one of those teeny tiny sampler novels/serials that seem to be gaining popularity. It's a full-length novel, thank goodness.Quinn's had a tough ride in this book, and I fear it's not quite over for our heroine. I truly can't wait to see how Dresden continues this series and what in the heck will happen next.This is going to be part of a trilogy, and ends on a cliffhanger for those of you that just *have* to know.For those that need to know what I mean by dark - there's non-con/dub-con in this book, violence, and lots of other delicious darkness.

This is a dark romance. Don't go in if your not trigger happy. But damn it had me hooked the whole way through. It's heartbreaking though. Everyone uses the FMC. This is not one of the omegerverse where omegas are treated well. Quite the opposite. Anyway straight into book 2!

When I saw the blurb for Broken, promising a dark omegaverse read my greedy little soul couldn't resist. I mean dark AND omegaverse, two of my most very favourite tropes/genres in a book. Anyway it was gone 11 pm where I was but I though, 'go on, read the first chapter, see what it's like'. Yes curiosity will not only be killing the cat it will result in very little sleep too!So just gone 2 am, with gritty eyes and a huffing husband, I had to put the book down. As soon as I was awake the next day I got right back to reading. I ignored the housework, my husband and basic hygiene because OMG I had to finish this book.Anyone who is a fan of Addison Cain needs to read this book. Seriously. It is on a par with her Alpha's Claim series but is still very much it's own book and world. A world that it dragged me into, a dark and sometimes violent world, a world of lies, deceit and heartache.Eva Dresden has an unusual writing style, both good and easy to read but also - hmm- slightly cloudy? It's hard to put into words but it's an implied and suggested style of writing, sometimes vague in detail which precisely portrayed the confusion and bewilderment of Quinn. The writing perfectly matched the feel of the story, adding atmosphere, depth and emotion just at the point it was needed.I just don't have adequate words to do justice to this book. I have words, words like DARK, other words like AMAZING, and still further words like WOW, OMG OMG OMG I NEED MORE NOW. But those words don't tell you how fantastic the writing is, how powerful and domineering the alpha's are, how sweet and gentle, bloody but unbowed Quinn is. They don't describe the emotions and feels I got from this story. The sadness of Quinn's situation and treatment, the frenzy of the lustful rutting, the 'you go girl' at her inner strength, the terror of being powerless and the horror of out of control, uncaring, a-hole Alpha's.I'm not embarrassed to admit that this book made me cry. Well if we burrow down to the truth the mistreatment of Quinn and her brokenness made me sob. There are a whole heap of Alpha males who I would like to slowly torture before removing their genitals with a blunt, rusty table knife. Oh yes my lovelies it is one of THOSE reads.Please if you know someone who loves dark omegaverse books let them know about this one, for no other reason than the fact that in their place I would want to know about it. There is no financial gain for me, just the knowledge that I've helped boost an amazing author to an audience that will love her work.

Great book! I enjoyed the story line and the authors' view point. I will definitely keep reading her books and hope to read many more.

Ich liebe die Geschichten von Eva Dresden……Völlig verdreht und nicht der Norm entsprechend schreibt sie Bücher die mich jedes Mal fragen lässt wie es auf der nächsten Seite weitergeht……Ich hab auf jeden Fall mitgefiebert, mit Herzklopfen gehofft das alles ein Gutes Ende nimmt…….Eine Mutige Autorin die sich nicht abschrecken lässt mal eine schockierende und aufreibende Geschichte zu schreiben!Cool

Broken - Eva Dresden - Omega's Destruction Book 1Wow!!! That was intense. This was my first outing with this author! I was picked up, flung around like a rag doll and dropped headfirst into a vat of despair so deep I wasn't sure I could keep treading water at some points! INTENSE!!! I LOVE IT!!!This book is the first in what I suspect will be an extremely rough road for our little Omega, Quinn. She thought she knew the evils that Alpha males could dish out, but by the end of this first instalment, I think Quinn is realising that she really is just a babe in the woods when it comes to the reality of the world she is forced to survive in.If you are not prepared to squirm a bit, then maybe give this a miss. If you are brave enough to run the emotional gamut of what is shaping up to be a savagely fierce and so far, unjustly cruel existence for our Omega female, then read on brave soul, but fair warning is now given!This is definitely an 18+ read. For some readers there will be lot of serious triggers around non-con, dub-con, and so many other (think pretty much the whole enchilada) devastating acts that are perpetrated on our helpless Omega FMC.I can't wait for book 2 - Damaged! BRING IT ON! I gave this four stars!