Riding to Belong (South Haven Series, #5)

Jamie's past is a storm of pain and abandonment. With parents who never cared, and foster homes that left their scars, he's spent most of his life running from rejection, from heartache, and from the truth that keeps him locked in the past. But everything changes when he's adopted by a couple from South Haven, Michigan. There, in the shadow of his new family's love, Jamie begins to rebuild the pieces of himself that were shattered long ago.
In this small town, he finds more than just acceptance, he finds his people. His eight best friends are a brotherhood like no other, united by their love of laughter and loyalty to one another. But everything is about to get complicated when Bellatrix enters his life.
Bellatrix isn't just any woman. She's the sister of Jamie's best friend—and the one person he's not supposed to be interested in. Eight years his senior, Bellatrix is bold, beautiful, and unapologetically curvy. A model in a world that only celebrates the narrow and the thin, she knows what it's like to fight for her place. And when Jamie looks at her, he doesn't see an age gap or a best friend's rule—he sees the one person who makes him feel like he finally belongs.
Their chemistry is undeniable, and as their bond grows deeper, Jamie finds himself torn between loyalty and love, between the past that haunts him and the future he's afraid to hope for. Can they defy the rules and fight for what they both deserve? Or will the weight of their secrets tear them apart before they even have a chance?
Riding to Belong is a raw, passionate, and emotionally charged biker romance about love, loyalty, and finding home where you least expect it. With an older woman who knows what she wants and a younger man who's learning to trust, their journey is one of healing, self-discovery, and the daring leap of faith it takes to claim the love you've always wanted.

Hey there! I'm J. Pavey, a Michigan resident who is passionate about writing romance novels inspired by the beauty of my home state. When I'm not writing, you can find me lost in a good romance book, working for my local literacy council, or spending quality time with my family.