Submitting to Fate

A Collection of Strays #5

by Toby Wise

I hide behind snarky comments and teasing smiles because letting people see the true me is terrifying. The day I find out Wyn is my mate, all the BS falls away. He sees me, the real me, and instead of running for the hills, he stays by my side. My past reminds me of my failings but Wyn says I’m good. As I submit to him, just maybe I'll learn to believe him. -Rhett

Here I am, finding myself mated for the second time, pregnant without even really trying with a mouthy, bratty alpha. What the heck was Lady Fate thinking? As time goes on and with a little trial and error, Rhett and I learn to fit into our new dynamics. Rhett may submit to me, but I submit to Lady Fate, and so far, She's never pushed me past what I could take. -Wyn

This 30k word story is book five in A Collection of Strays Series. Within you'll find true mate dragons, eggpreg, shiny marbles, found family, a cat named Dog, and a happily ever after.

Genres: Omegaverse, M M Romance, Shapeshifters, Dragons, Paranormal, Romance, LGBT

90 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 30, 2020

About the author

Toby Wise is a stay at home parent who hails from a tiny town in Wisconsin. Contrary to popular Wisconsin stereotypes, he’s not a cheese-head who enjoys beer but rather an introvert who spends all his time on the internet, drinking coffee, spending time with his kid, and cooing about his adorable cat, Pikachu.

In April of 2019, A Collection of Strays was born after the world of fanfiction drew him back into his love of writing. Now he’s writing all things omegaverse as long as it includes silly moments and found family.

Reviews

[Barbara➰]

I was really looking forward to Rhett's story. He deserves someone to love him and take care of him. However, I'm really disappointed in his book. I seem to be in the minority here but there were a few things that bugged me.

First, this one seemed to be even more condensed than than the others. It was rushed and I missed Rhett and Wyn spending time together getting to know each other and stretch their limits. There were time jumps which, given my second complaint, it could have benefited from being able to see them develop their relationship.

My second niggle, and this is definitely a me thing and doesn't seem to bother most, is the dead mate. If done right, I can deal with it. But here, Gideon is mentioned a lot in the beginning and at times that were inappropriate to me. Like the first time they have sex and Rhett submits, Wyn ends up crying over his dead mate, a mate who has been dead DECADES. We're not talking about last week here. I am by no means saying he must forget Gideon, but I felt his hard grieving should be at a minimum now. Rhett seems to accept Gideon with no questions asked, another niggle of mine. He's just like okay. Wyn continues to remember Gideon at times when I felt he should be thinking about Rhett. When Wyn gets pregnant, he's angry because he tried to have a baby with Gideon and couldn't but got pregnant with Rhett right away. Why??? Shouldn't he be happy he got an actual TRUE mate and was going to have a baby instead of thinking about the past? Maybe I'm just heartless....

Now, had things been fleshed out more and expanded on I think I would feel differently about the whole Gideon thing. If we had been able to see Wyn develop feelings for Rhett and come to love him as much or more than Gideon, I could deal. But we are just told about these feelings in time jumps. We don't get to see them so I'm not convinced that if Gideon was alive and Rhett walked through the door (mind you, Rhett is Wyn TRUE MATE, not Gideon) Wyn would have done anything at all.

So, to me, this book was disappointing. It's been a cute low-angst series and I've enjoyed it for the most part, but this one did nothing for me. I probably won't read Mandy's book but I'm hoping Tony is going to get a book though....

[Angi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another great book in this series. I liked that this was a little kinky even thought I would have liked to see more of them being in the D/S roles.
I love the characters in these books a lot, that’s the main reason this is so special to me. And Wyn was a great addition to their by now huge family.
I am looking forward to read the last book in the series as well as the little extra story after this.

[True Loveislovereview · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rhett and Wyn

Rhett wants a tattoo, where would he go other than to his crush Wyn.
When Wyn touches him they both know, they are mates.
Only Wyn is hurt and it seems Rhett as well.
Some amazingly dynamic follows between alpha and omega, I loved it very!

Jeezzz what a story, I loved it. Emotional at times, my heart broke, funny at times I laughed loudly. Two beautiful vulnerable dragons with a past that was painful palpable. Dominance and submission was a beautiful act!
There are a lot of family members, with a lot of fun, they were all lovable.
This story had a hop in it, a hop of joy.
Overall a lovely, captivatingly written mpreg dragon story!

[Rachel Emily · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved the newest book in this series! The last couple books have been winners for me. Although you could read this on its own and there is a quick character guide at the start, I think you'll enjoy this series more if you read the others since characters from previous stories are so involved in this one.

Wyn and Rhett are both dragon shifters, and both with long pasts and histories that make them weary at first of finding out they are mates. Although Wyn is an omega, he wants to also be able to dominate and take the lead sometimes, which I love. Turns out that Rhett truly is the perfect partner for Wyn as they work so well together in that aspect. I love it when characters turn out to be different than their stereotyped "norms" that people think they should.

I think I've said it before with stories in this series, I do feel like things move quickly - and not in an insta-love type of way, but events are just summarized and we're told what happens, rather than actually get to read about it. I know it's a novella, but I want more time with the couple when things are just starting out.

What I love most about this series is that it's all about family and acceptance and finding your place. I enjoy the lightness in them and getting to see what couples from previous books are up to after their HEA. These are sweet stories and perfect for reading these days!

I received an arc in exchange for an honest review.

[Flick · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was awesome! I absolutely adore this series and the characters in it; this latest instalment was no different.

I have to admit, I’ve had an enormous crush on Rhett since we first met him. He’s adorable and loveable, and every time he was on page I just wanted to give him the biggest hug. Wyn was more difficult for me. Initially, I really wasn’t in love with him. I felt like Rhett deserved more in a mate and there were some times, towards the beginning of the book, I felt really let down that Wyn was it for Rhett (although, to be honest, I’m not sure anyone would really be good enough for Rhett in my eyes lol).

That’s what makes the book so good though; my opinion of Wyn dramatically changed and by the end of the book I got why they worked so well. There was one scene in particular, *cough* marbles *cough*, that started to change the way I saw Wyn – I started to really see how he could complete Rhett and how together they could be something amazing ( full disclosure, that scene broke me; I mean I was full on ugly crying. I could really feel Rhett's frustration trying to think of good things to say about himself. I have serious issue with self-worth/esteem and the way Wyn tried to help build Rhett up was wonderful and really hit me in the feels. ). I think great books are able to twist you up and make you change your opinions about characters. I always like it when a book shows you that people aren’t one dimensional; they are complicated, often flawed, and sometimes we have to put the work in to relationships to get to the good stuff (I don’t mind reading through the hard times if I know I’ll get my fluffy HEA at the end!). With this couple, perhaps more than the others I think, they had to put the effort in to work together and what they ended up with was amazing. Rhett deserved someone who got him and made him, above all else, feel accepted and seen – he definitely got that in spades.

I am super excited for the next book in the series (perhaps with a certain vampire…) but I’m also sad the series will be coming to its end – hopefully we’ll get to see lots more of the whole gang (Rhett and Cameron especially!) in the future.

Tl:dr – Rhett was his amazing awesome self and Wyn, after a few bumps, proved that he was the perfect fit for Rhett. Definitely recommended for anyone who…well, for just anyone :)

[P-san~ · Rating 4 out of 5]

I probably liked this book more than the previous ones as I didn't expect it from Rhett to be in need of submission.
I liked watching their dynamics, how they dealt with what Fate gave them. Wyn was an interesting character, with a past that haunted him, but I liked how they actually talked it out.
It was a very good read.

[Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Submitting to Fate is the next installment in Toby Wise's Collection of Strays series . I really enjoy these quick , easy to read novellas and I adore the mix matched group of characters that make up this family.

This book tell the story of mates Rhett and Wryn. Two dragons perfectly watched by fate , a domineering Omega and a submissive Alpha. This is the first book in the series to tackle this brand of kink and it does it in a mild way thats emotional and tender.

Like expected, Submitting to Fate is a fluffy mpreg shifter fantasy with feels and a garunteed happily ever after.

[Hannah Roberts · Rating 5 out of 5]

Quite possibly my favourite couple in this series!!!

Rhett has been the not so serious, cheeky twin that we’ve loved all the way through this series and I can say that Wyn is absolutely perfect for him.

I loved the addition of a little bit of kink and think Toby has written it exceptionally well, the dynamic between these guys is awesome.

I had tears at a certain part because it’s just so beautiful ❤️❤️

Awesome addition to the series 😊

[Karolina Cebula · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wyn and Rhett are dragons. And to know someone is their fated mate, dragons have to fulfill one condition – touch that person. Therefore, although they have known each other for some time, it is only when their skin touches for the first time that they discover who they really are to each other. They both have longed for love for years, unfortunately to be able to fully enjoy their dream coming true they must reconcile with their past and the old feelings that changed their lives forever.

"Submitting to Fate" is the fifth volume of "A Collection of Strays" by Toby Wise. A series that from the very beginning breaks some common patterns that we often see in M/M romances. I admit, it was the first thing that made me fall in love with "A Collection of Strays". And I believe that just as in the case of the previous installments of the series, also in this novel the topic that breaks the pattern is one the greatest advantages of the story. In this volume the D/s dynamics with elements of daddy kink is this type of subject, as it doesn't match the stereotypes of our characters' 'second sex'. In other words, it doesn't match the usual image of alpha or omega. I admit that as soon as it became clear that in "Submitting to Fate" the omega is the dominant partner, while the alpha is the one who feels the need to submit, my heart immediately started to beat much faster.

Another huge advantage of "Submitting to Fate" is the extremely important role that the former relationships play in the lives of our two main characters. The cases of Wyn and Rhett are extremely different from each other, which is a huge plus, because they illustrate two directions of love, which despite the passage of time still affect them. On the one hand, there is a great, unforgettable feeling that still burns bright, on the other, there's a painful evidence of Rhett's naivety, which still feeds his guilt, and maybe also shame. The fact that Wyn and Rhett are not each other's first love is very important, because in order to truly give themselves to each other, they both must reconcile with their past feelings first. Thanks to all this, the reader has some insight into their psyche. I believe it is equally important in this case that in the novel we don't follow the characters whose love life resembles a blank page, but we see how they write their hearts' next story on this already used page. And this is the most beautiful part of this novel.

Unfortunately, there is one thing I didn't really like in "Submitting to Fate", that is the fact that very often the action moves forward due to the "time jumps". To be honest, if the author had added an additional chapter or two that would show the development of the bond between the characters, the development of their feelings and growing love every time the story "jumps", the novel would have become much longer, more ambitious and, most importantly, it would have shown Wyn's and Rhett's feelings better. For in the novel, as our boys' love is concerned, what we see is merely a small piece of what is taking place during these "time jumps". This is really a big loss, because "Submitting to Fate" is very interesting, full of emotions, and it moves the reader. This book is the most touching part of the series, unfortunately writing this story Toby Wise didn't spread their wings.

In conclusion, "Submitting to Fate" is a novel in many respects unique. It makes us smile as often as cry. This is really the most moving volume of the series, unfortunately it does not focus on the love between the main characters as much as we want, which is undoubtedly a great shame. Still, "Submitting to Fate" is really worth reading.

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Wyn i Rhett są smokami, a te aby poznać przeznaczonego im przez los partnera muszą go najpierw dotknąć. Dlatego też chociaż znają się od pewnego już czasu, dopiero w chwili pierwszego zetknięcia się ich skóry ze sobą odkrywają, kim tak naprawdę dla siebie są. Obaj od dawna pragnęli miłości, niestety aby móc w pełni cieszyć się tym spełniającym się marzeniem muszą najpierw pogodzić się z przeszłości i uczuciami, które wtedy wstrząsnęły ich życiem.

„Submitting to Fate” to piąty już tom „A Collection of Strays” autorstwa Toby Wise. Serii, która już od samego początku łamała niektóre z utartych schematów pojawiających się w wielu powieściach spod znaku romansu M/M. Nie przeczę, że właśnie to w pierwszej kolejności sprawiło, że szybko pokochałam „A Collection of Strays” i podobnie jak w przypadku poprzednich odsłon serii, także tym razem właśnie taki wyłamujący się temat uważam za jeden z największych plusów tej powieści. W tym tomie jest nim dynamika D/s z elementami „daddy kink”, która nie znajduje swojego odniesienia w stereotypach „drugiej płci” naszych bohaterów. Inaczej mówiąc, nie odpowiada temu, w jaki sposób zazwyczaj postrzegany jest alfa lub omega. Przyznaję, że moje serce od razu zabiło szybciej, kiedy tylko stało się jasne, że w „Submitting to Fate” to omega jest partnerem dominującym, zaś alfa jest tym, który odczuwa potrzebę poddania się, poporządkowania.

Kolejną, ogromną zaletą „Submitting to Fate” jest niezwykle istotna rola, jaką w życiu dwójki naszych głównych bohaterów odgrywają ich dawne związki. Przypadki Wyna i Rhetta są od siebie skrajnie różne, co stanowi ogromny plus, albowiem obrazują one dwa kierunki miłości, która mimo upływu czasu wciąż oddziałuje na człowieka. Z jednej strony pojawia się tu wielkie, niezapomniane uczucie, które wciąż płonie jasno, z drugiej zaś bolesny dowód naiwności, który nadal budzi poczucie winy, może również wstyd. Fakt, iż Wyn i Rhett nie są swoim pierwszym obiektem uczuć jest tu bardzo istotny, gdyż obaj aby naprawdę oddać się sobie nawzajem, muszą najpierw pogodzić się z tym, co było. Dzięki temu, czytelnik ma w pewnym stopniu wgląd w ich psychikę. Równie ważne w tym wypadku jest to, że w powieści nie śledzimy losów bohaterów, których życie uczuciowe jest niezapisaną kartką, ale widzimy, jak na tej zakreślonej już po brzegi kartce zapisują kolejną historię swoich serc. I to w tej powieści jest najpiękniejsze.

Niestety jest coś, co nie do końca przypadło mi w „Submitting to Fate” do gustu, albowiem bardzo często akcja posuwa się do przodu za sprawą „przeskoków w czasie”. Prawdę mówiąc, gdyby w każdym miejscu, gdzie następuje taki „skok” dodać dodatkowy rozdział lub dwa, które ukazywałyby zacieśniające się więzi między bohaterami, ich rozwijające się uczucia, rosnącą miłość powieść stałaby się zdecydowanie dłuższa. Co jednak najważniejsze, lepiej ukazywałaby wnętrze i uczucia Wyna i Rhetta. Albowiem w powieści w temacie miłości między naszymi chłopcami to, co widzimy jest zaledwie namiastką tego, co rozgrywa się podczas wspomnianych przeskoków. To naprawdę wielka strata, ponieważ „Submitting to Fate” jest książką bardzo interesującą i pełną emocji, które poruszają czytelnika. „Submitting to Fate” miało zadatki na najbardziej wzruszającą część serii, niestety Toby Wise nie rozwija w pełni skrzydeł.

Podsumowując, „Submitting to Fate” jest powieścią pod wieloma względami wyjątkową. Sprawia bowiem, że uśmiechamy się równie często co płaczemy. To naprawdę najbardziej poruszający tom serii, niestety nie skupia się na miłości między głównymi bohaterami w satysfakcjonującym stopniu, co niewątpliwie rzuca się w oczy. Mimo to naprawdę warto przeczytać „Submitting to Fate”.

[Xanthe · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have loved this series from the start and Submitting to Fate fits perfectly into the world that Toby Wise has created. Reader's have gotten to see most of the family meet their mates and now it's Rhett's turn.
Rhett and Wyn are perfect for each other, not just as fated mates but also in what they need from/can give each other. Wyn has always had a dominant side but as an omega it's so hard to find an alpha who allows him to be himself. Rhett has always needed to quiet the buzzing in his mind and Wyn gives him the chance to let go with someone he trusts. I love seeing the alpha/omega dynamic turned on it's head, letting the men truly be themselves and know they're safe with the person they love.
Both men have been hurt in the past and are wary going forward, especially Wyn with the relationship that he had in the past but Rhett is such a nice guy and just wants Wyn to be happy and comfortable in their relationship. One of my favourite things of this series is the real sense of family that comes across. We still get to interact with all of the characters from previous books and get to see how they have grown and moved forward. There's a real connection and sense of love and support throughout the family and with the mated couples. This is the same for Rhett and Wyn, even with things moving a little quicker than they planned, they stick together and help get each other when they're struggling.
Highly recommend! I love this series and have enjoyed all of the books. I'm looking forward to the next story which we get a glimpse at at the end of this one but I'm also hoping that we get to hear more from Tony, Wyn's friend and co-worker.
I received an ARC and am happily giving a review.

[Tina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Submitting to Fate is the fifth installment to the A Collection of Strays series by author Toby Wise. I liked a lot of things about this book. One it has a character bible. This allows people like me who have not read the entire series in order to know who is who and how they play in the storyline. I loved the cute artwork as well. I also loved that this is a dual pov novel. It is nice that I get into both character’s frame of mind.
I also loved that the Alpha/ Omega ideals are turned on their side in this book. I loved seeing something different I had not seen much of before.
Rhett is an Alpha Dragon. He is a twin. He is going to get a tattoo from an Omega he cannot get out of his mind. He guards his heart but still holds out hope he can find the one Fate has planned for him. He also has what he calls buzzing in his head that makes him act out just to tune it out.
Wyn he is feisty, has a wicked sense of humor. Likes control and feels out of control with Rhett. He had an Alpha once and he is still mourning him. He is an ice dragon shifter. And truly needs to take care of someone.
I loved how these two are really perfect together. What they consider flaws in themselves make them perfect as a couple and I am a sucker for a true love story with a twist.
You do not have to read this series in order to understand this story. I adored this one and I cannot wait for more from this series in the future.

[Megan · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars

Rhett and Wyn have both led lives that seem to imply they're either perfect for one another or "never the 'twain shall meet" and I'm so glad that both men found a way to submit to Fate and all the ways they could fill one another's souls. There were some rocky moments, but just like with each and every story in the series, they pulled it out in the end and gave in to a plan larger and more knowledgeable than their own.

One bit that didn't gel for me was their big moment of "communication" where the lead up to Wyn and Rhett's dynamic was building only to culminate in a moment that felt uncomfortable. Wyn's thoughts regarding knowing what Rhett needed and yet ignoring the signs didn't feel right and that their moment of sharing all the angst from their hearts came so late in the story didn't exactly fit their flow either. With such a short story I wasn't expecting it to be all hearts and roses, but two really big things that were specific to them and their story weren't given enough page time to feel resolved.

What I did love were all the sweet moments when you could see Rhett growing from the brat-for-brattiness'-sake into the brat-with-a-cornerstone. With Wyn to ground him, to give him the peace he needs he could assume his role as the brat with more humor than before because he didn't need the facade to cover his pain. Wyn softened as well and his journey was more one of bringing his past alongside his present and reveling in love instead of grief. Rhett's insistence in keeping Wyn's past as an integral part of their hearts and going so far as to pass it on to their future was immensely wonderful. It showed growth and a true understanding of love multiplying rather than living with a heart divided. That was my favorite part. These two men needed one another and I was pleased overall with their story.

[Jozey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Rhett & Wyn

Wyn is a very assertive Omega and does not need a dominant Alpha to make him secure. He has some wounds from his past himself. He is very surprised to have a fated mate and accepts it, but will his alpha understand that he does not like to lose control.

"I feel really fucking off centered.".......

Everything feels hard and rough and nearly impossible but I gotta trust Lady Fate. In this case, she's the one dominating me and my life and for once, I gotta submit to her control. I hope she knows my safeword.

At this point in the series, we all know what happened with Rhett . Since Trish he is not really himself anymore, he feels terrible about it and is very careful not to fall in love. He is pleasantly surprised and grateful that Lady Fate gives him a fated mate. But he is also very insecure in his ability to take care of his omega.

"A wise man once told me..... that I helped him believe in Fate again...... Believe in Her, Rhett"

Follow this new couple brought together by Lady Fate. They will learn to move forward without forgetting the past, to communicate with each other and to support each other especially when overwhelmed.

Contains: fated mates, knot, mpreg, light kink (d/s), grief.

[Claudia Lezár · Rating 3 out of 5]

3,5*

PLEASE READ MY RATING SYSTEM!!!

To my ratings:
A 3,5* is clicked with a 4* but in review marked as 3,5*:

5* - very very good and rare (it would be a Blow-Away-book like ‘Jesse's Smile’ or ‘Joey’ from Angelique Jurd, ‘Save the the kids’ series
from EM Leya, ‘Love’s Tethered Heart’ from C.L. Etta or ‘Liberty’ from Seth King),
it's like an A+

4* - very good and will be often reread and is a WOW-book with interesting plot and surprises (like most of Andrew Grey books and Davidson Kings 'Haven Hart'-series)
it's like an A

3,5* - a really good book, which will be reread a few times (most romances where you can enjoy for relaxing and during waiting times in
hospitals). I can recommend them definitively!
It's like an B+

3* - it could be more then a one-time-reader (2-3 times a year),
it's like a B

2* - it was ok to read, but it's more a one-time-reader (I wouldn't recommend it heartily, but it was ok)
It's like a C-, D

1* - sorry, but that isn't really a book for me (too many mistakes, not nice plot, illogical, so an absolute NO-GO). It's like failure in the
whole line, dismissed, repeat the class

[Patricia Hoffstaetter · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed reading this delightfully, sweet Mpreg shifter romance & it is a good addition to the series “A collection of Strays” in particular I really liked the way the stereotype roles was switched between the two main characters. The well-written plot is entertaining & kept my attention. The characters are interesting & quite likable with realistic flaws. There is good support from the secondary characters.
There is: a alpha male dragon shifter (Everett aka Rhett) decides to get a tattoo from his friend & fellow dragon shifter (a feisty omega, Idris aka Wyn) & this is where the story really becomes interesting, Rhett’s adopted brother (Cameron), dragon shifters, familiars, vampires, lady fate, mates, friendship, a caring family, humor, drama, intrigue, secrets, some twists, memories, heartache, complications, playfulness, some BDSM, discipline, spankings, Mpreg, a dragon egg, bratty behavior, emotional turmoil, surprises, contentment, happiness, some steam, love & a satisfying conclusion. There is also a short preview of the next book & I look forward to it with great anticipation.

[Julianne Macneil · Rating 5 out of 5]

i read this book as part of an arc program. This is the fifth book in the A Collection of Strays series. In this book, Rhett is a dragon shifter and when he goes for a new tattoo, he learns Wyn is his fated mate. Wyn is one of the bosses at the tattoo parlour and is also a dragon shifter. When they touch, they both realize they are mates and can't wait to bond. After they have their encounter in the back room, Wyn and Rhett now must learn how to new a new couple. Rhett never thought he would have a mate after he was hurt in the past, and Wyn was mated before to a bear shifter and never thought he would love again. Wyn is also an omega, but he is a dominate and likes to be in charge. When Wyn wants to dominate Rhett, Rhett learns to submit and realizes it was what he needed all along. I loved this book, i loved Rhett, he was like a gentle giant and he needed someone to help him through his feelings. Wyn knew exactly what Rhett needed and how to help him submit. This whole series is funny and i loved all of the books. The characters are all amaing and i wish i had them in my family. Great one.

[Deb Swietek · Rating 5 out of 5]

When Lady Fate speaks, you have to listen.

I have been waiting for this next chapter in the Collection of Strays saga. I was drawn back into their world and their lives from the first pages. All my old friends welcomed me home. This whole big unique jigsaw puzzle of a family will catch you in an embrace and not let you go. You will love this book!
Wyn & Rhett both have a past mating secret. But Lady Fate has decreed them true mates, and you don't mess with Her. Rhett's an alpha who secretly yearns to sink into submission, and Wyn is just the omega to control him. Add in a pregnancy, a big, boisterous family, sets of twins, and lots of babies. This is a book you don't want to miss!
I recommend reading the previous books in order. You will enjoy meeting the wonderfully, wacky family, and how they all came together and let Lady Fate guide their paths.
This book contains adult themes and language, mm sex and is intended for mature readers only.

[❤Sharonica-Logic❤ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Submitting to Fate
MMy Thoughts and Review:

I love this family that Toby Wise has created so so much. I think I probably say that in each review, but it is very true. Every one of the fosters in this beautiful family has come with a busload of baggage. Thanks to the stars and of course Lady Fate, all the other members of this "pack of strays" and each of their fated mates has unloaded the baggage one case at a time.

In "Submitting to Fate," the dragon shifter and snarky alpha Rhet is finally getting a tattoo by his super sexy crush, Wyn, an omega who is also a dragon shifter. When the two touch they both realize they are mates. At that moment things for Rhet click into place, no matter the demons pounding on his mind's door. For Wyn, the moment is bittersweet because this perfect moment with Rhet is overshadowed by the ghost of Wyn's first mate who has gone to reside with Lady Fate.

The two dragon shifters both have pasts to overcome and accept if they are to have their happily ever after. These beautifully flawed beings, along with their family and friends will make you laugh, sigh, and maybe even shed a tear or two.

If you want to lose yourself in a sweet, funny, and sMMexy Omegaverse with cute egglettes, a few loose marbles, and a midwife who is more than a midwife, but nothing less than a Star🌟 check this Lil Novie out! It can be read as a standalone but much more enjoyable if read in order, just so you can know the personalities of everyone, in my opinion. There are also D/s elements but they are EXTREMELY mild.

4.00 fire-and-ice-stars🌟🌟🌟🌟

I received a complimentary copy of this book from GRR in exchange for an honest review.💐

[els✨ · Rating 3 out of 5]

- an MM shifter romance! instalove, fated mates, dragon shifters, D/s relationship, found family trope, MPreg!
- love the idea of the omega being the dom!
- lol he’s not happy he has another mate 😂
- i love Rhett so much he must be protected
- i am so glad Rhett isn’t his full name x
- i couldn’t get into this one as much as the others! it was still really good but i dunno…
- it kinda felt like Wyn blamed Rhett for things? like the pregnancy? idk felt a bit weird
- not sure i like they didn’t talk about safe words, especially because he was being restrained
- all i want is nesting is that too much to ask
- the marbles bit was very intense jeeeez
- Christmas was so frickin sweet 😭
- i’m glad they moved back to all the homes!! was quite disappointed they moved above the tattoo shop
- yay!! safe words
- super sweet ending! i grew to really love them!
- but it did seem very rushed and i think Rhett deserved better than that
- and the grieving of Gideon was way too much

[Sarita Chapdelaine · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a sweet and fun addition to the A Collection of Strays series but unfortunately it is only an okay read for me. There are some inconsistencies and several time jumps that make it a bit difficult to follow the story and it is pretty rushed at times which made it feel a bit incomplete. Rhett and Wyn are pretty cute together but I don't see a real connection between them until nearly the end of the book. The lack of angst is great and I love all of the sweet babies and kids as well as seeing how well the couples from the previous books are doing. I love all of the characters, the storyline is interesting, the ending is good and I look forward to reading the next book in this series.

I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book.

[C.L. Ewing · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've read this entire series, and I have to say this is my favorite book by far!

Rhett is so easy to identify with as a character that's been through so much in his life, and the way it affects him. There was a scene involving marbles that I cried my way through because Rhett's frustration and emotional response to the situation was almost palpable.

Wyn is perfect, to be frank, and a great counterpart to Rhett in so many ways. I also really enjoy seeing how the whole family has come together (and that Cam is still up to his usual tricks).

All in all, I have really enjoyed this series, and I can't wait for the next book (but I would also like for the series to never end).

[Lacrymosa Quiñones · Rating 4 out of 5]

So the book had me in what felt like the middle of everything but I quickly recovered and enjoyed EVERY moment that followed. It was a feel, laugh out loud and steamy (🔥) short read! Loved it!

Character breakdown;

Wyn: I did NOT expect him to be so dominating it was breath of fresh air because he owned it and wasn’t overwhelming with it.

Rhett: I knew he had a lonely soul but I honestly cried for this poor boy! I loved to see his bratty side with his emotional one. The fact that he gave into Wyn and showed his true self was so adoring!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book, then again this author has always been a fun read type of person! 9.2/10 ⭐️ I absolutely recommend!!

[Amy Dufera - Amy's MM Romance Reviews · Rating 4 out of 5]

Submitting to Fate is the fifth book in Toby Wise's A Collection of Strays series. It is easily read as a standalone.

It's short and sweet, as well as sexy with a little bit of kink. This is an omegaverse story with fated mates who become bonded, but don't really know one another. What follows is funny, as well as hot. And yes, there are eggs that are laid!

Toby Wise's writing is great, entertaining the reader with a cute shifter romance. Submitting to Fate is well worth a read for any omegaverse fans.

[Ali · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have enjoyed these stories so much and was glad to see Rhett find the happiness he never thought he deserved and Wyn was the perfect match in more ways than Rhett could ever imagine. They had a few things to figure out, especially their dynamic, but as with mates they had a quick start to their relationship and it developed fast. I don't have too much to say but it was a nice story that didn't feel too deep but I really wanted something sweet so it worked perfectly.

I received a copy of this book and am giving an honest review.

[Teal Wolf · Rating 5 out of 5]

Submitting to Fate by Toby Wise is the fifth book in A Collection of Strays Series. This paranormal m/m romance provides a sweet and sexy story with shifters, magic, fated mates, mpreg and family. We get a little taste of kink and a bit of finding love after loss. The story is fun and entertaining, a great addition to the fantastic series I have Fallen in love with. I cannot wait to read the next book.

[Celine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing story

This was a wonderful book and I think my favourite in the series.

Wyn stole my heart. I liked Rhett in previous books, but I was afraid I might to throttle him. He happily surprised me with everything he is throughout the book. And Wyn is absolutely perfect for him.

Their story was different from the others, but with same sweet, hot and fun ingredients mixed in.

Really loved and recommend it

[Nessa · Rating 4 out of 5]

This series is so touching, heartfelt, and filled with fun, humor and passion. In this addition, Rhett realizes who his mate is (Wyn) and they were wonderful together. They were both dragon shifters so when they had their babies it was through the hatching of an egg. I found that to be quite unique compared to how the other babies were born. I love the affection and love that pours off of each character in this beautiful family of strays. Truly enjoyable read.

[Erin]

All the anticipatory chemistry in the prior books disappears immediately when they touch each other in the beginning of this book (dragons don't find their fated mates until they touch them), which was kind of a bummer but also completely on brand for this whole series. Wyn having mated before - but not his fated mate, so he's a widower - and having to come to terms with finding a new partner who gives him experiences he never had with his prior partner is emotional.

[Audrey Pott · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well written plot by Toby, loveable characters, humour, a sexy hot alpha in Rhett who’s a sub and Wyn an omega Dom. Read in one sitting, words flowed, a beautiful heartwarming romance and a cat named Dog, what more could you ask for.

I voluntarily reviewed an arc of this book for my honest opinions of which I’m under no obligation to do so. I definitely recommend this book.

[Denise GremoryKohta · Rating 5 out of 5]

Man so good!!

We needed Rhett’s story. That only leaves Mandy. I’m not going to want to say goodbye especially when there is so much to work with. From Dakota and Charlie, their kids, their kids’ mates, and all the babies these characters have had me laughing and crying. I can’t wait to see how Mandy handles her mate.