reviews_and_ramblings | Dear Benjamin by ID

An omega in hiding and an alpha with a dangerous past meet in a collision of desire and danger. Isaac has always lived as a beta, but his world turns upside down when he discovers he’ s a recessive omega during an undercover operation. As he experiences his first heat cycle, he encounters Felix, a notorious and hyper-dominant alpha arms dealer. In the midst of a chaotic raid, Isaac, overwhelmed by his heat, seeks relief from Felix. Four years later, Isaac has reinvented himself as a modest florist in San Diego, trying to escape his tumultuous past and conceal his omega status. His peaceful life is shattered when Felix reappears. Felix is immediately infatuated with Isaac and, upon discovering that Isaac needs protection from an unknown threat, offers a dangerous but tempting deal; his protection in exchange for Isaac’ s body. A flower shop isn’ t the safest place for an omega with a past, especially when Felix is around even more so when Issac’ s most precious secret may be uncovered…

My Rate: 8 (amzn.to/48Ox4VP)

This manhwa was genuinely good! Sure, it hits some of the usual Omegaverse tropes, but it flips the script in the best way possible. The dynamic between the main characters is what makes this series shine. The Omega is a total badass, arguably even more formidable than the Alpha. Meanwhile, the Alpha is hilariously clueless! It's an absolute riot how everyone in their circle—literally everyone—manages to figure out that Benjamin is the Alpha's son, except the Alpha himself. The sheer comedic timing created by his obliviousness is fantastic. I do have one minor critique: the graphics. They can sometimes feel a bit childish and aren't as detailed as I typically prefer. However, in this case, the engaging story and the strong romantic comedy elements more than make up for any visual shortcomings. The fun, heartfelt nature of the plot completely overrides the lack of intricate detail. If you enjoy an Omegaverse where the Omega takes charge and the comedy is front-and-center, definitely check this out!