Reaper: An age-gap, ex's dad MC Romance

by Kate Bonham

The Shackled Sons don’t bow, break, or beg. Their creed is simple—Ride Unbound. No Mercy. Freedom Above All.
But threaten what's theirs, and they become the monsters you whisper about.
In the end, only one rule No Mercy.

Rowan
When the men my ex-boyfriend owes come after me for payment, I know I’m not safe.
They own the cops. They own the city.
There’s only one place no one will touch me...the Shackled Sons MC clubhouse.
And only one man there no one dares cross.

Wyatt “Reaper” Jameson.
Cold. Lethal. Untouchable.
And my ex-boyfriend’s father.

I tell myself I’m here for protection. That I won’t notice how his gaze follows me like a loaded gun…or how safe I feel under his watch.

Reaper
They thought using her would draw my son out. They were wrong.
Rowan is under my protection now.
And anyone who comes for her isn’t sending a message…

They’re signing their death warrant.

274 pages, Kindle Edition

Expected publication March 13, 2026

About the author

Kate grew up in Western Sydney, in Australia, and remains there today. She has always loved the written word, being influenced by the likes of Edgar Allan Poe, JR Ward and Anne Rice, she ventured into writing at a young age.

Finally taking the plunge in 2016 and publishing for the first time. Ever since, she’s been trying to bring the worlds she’s created in her head to the page for everyone else to enjoy as much as she does.

When she’s not writing, she’s looking after her bevvy of pets including snakes, lizards, axolotls, birds, a turtle and a dog with her husband Kyle.

Reviews

[Angiee.Fallenpages · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars 😎
Anyone who knows me
Knows I love Kate, MC romance and taboo…
And boy this book did not disappoint 🥵

Rowan and her (ex) boyfriend are on the outs, he has people searching for him and instead they find her….she doesn’t have many people in her corner so she does the only thing that makes sense….she goes to the clubhouse…where her exs dad is the president….and she definitely doesn’t see him as daddy😈

Reaper has always had a soft spot for Rowan, why wouldn’t he - that’s his son’s gf…as far as he knows….and he definitely doesn’t wish she was his…noo not at all!

But nothing is ever easy
And there are secrets no one saw coming
But one things for certain…show no mercy

This book was absolutely delicious!
I loved the way we were introduced to a whole new club, with new members and new chaos!
Kate’s way of pulling you in, gripping you and blowing your mind is unparalleled and I absolutely cannot wait to see the direction she takes these boys!
So sit down and shut up - cause church is in session 🥵

[Jodi S · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was my first Kate Bonham read and boy was I impressed.
From the very beginning, my attention was captured and I devoured it in 24 hours. Just couldn't put it down.
The physical & sexual attraction between Rowan and he ex boyfriend's father Wyatt (Reaper - President of the Shacked Sons MC) was evident very early on. They both resist temptation, until they can't any longer. Everyone can see it but the age gap is what holds Reaper back for as long as he does. Doesn't stop him from fantasising about her for years though.
Her life is in danger as a rival gang tries to take her. Reaper will not let anyone take her while she's under his protection.
She's feisty though and doesn't go down without a fight. Once timid and shy, no longer!
Rowan becomes a true MC President's queen. Full of surprises along the way! A great read.
I also loved that it was based in Australia!

[Wendy Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fantastic read, I’m loving the vibe I get from the Shackled Sons MC and am looking forward to reading the series, Maverick’s book should be very interesting. I absolutely loved reading about Reaper and Rowan’s relationship ❤️❤️❤️ They are a match made in biker heaven. Rowan certainly was a surprising addition, strong and capable, a great character I also love reading an Australian based MC story and being able to connect with all the places mentioned throughout. A definite page turner and very entertaining. 100% recommend this book to everyone ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ you will not be disappointed 😎🖤

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

OMG 😜😜😜😜

So this is a new author to and I can tell you now that I am HOOKED and will be reading more of her work!!!!!!!!

Reaper, president of the Shackled Sons MC, has always ‘liked’ his son’s girlfriend 😜

Rowan, needs to seek sanctuary and the only person she knows that can help is Reaper, her friends dad 😉

Once the reason for the sanctuary becomes clear, we will see a whole ‘new’ version of these two and let me tell you that it gets 🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵

This is a FANTASTIC read, along with the 😮‍💨🤤 buts it also has what I love too…………..⛓️🏍️ and comeuppance will be served 💪

[Bonnie Mancuso · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the beginning of what is sure to be another great MC series. Kate takes us on an amazing ride with the Shackled Sons MC. Her characters are intriguing. Reaper is the president and will do anything to keep Rowan safe. Rowan seeks shelter in his clubhouse and the sparks soon fly. It's not all fun and games though. Danger is lurking. Can Reaper keep his promise and keep her safe? There's plenty of action in this story. It's spicy too. Reaper and Rowan burn up the pages with their story. I really enjoyed this one and highly recommend it.

[Hannah Mann · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this as an ARC and this book had me hooked from the start. I don't normally enjoy unfinished series. But for an Aussie indie author I'll do it. Being a fan of sons of anarchy this gave me all the happy biker dopamine I needed.

The storyline and character developments are amazing and so well written. And when the spice is happening you will be left wanting more. And more and more.

I highly suggest this read and I cannot wait for more.

[Naiomi Cox · Rating 5 out of 5]

Daddy Reaper (Wyatt) is 🥵.

Kate has written another powerful and inspiring MC read. I did not want to put this one down. I am so in desperate need of book 2 in this series already.

Age gap, ex’s dad, MC, Mafia, violence, found family, touch her and die. What more can you ask for.