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Violence
Barely any
MC world; some threat
Language
A lot
Strong language
Sexual Content
A lot
Explicit-adjacent romantic content
Substance Use
A lot
Stepfather's drug addiction; MC culture with drinking
Emotional Intensity
A lot
The specific exhaustion of being the responsible person in an irresponsible family; Dex's slow understanding of what Iris carries
What this book is about
Iris has been taking care of her drug-addicted stepfather and his mess her whole life. When she's completely out of options, the only job available is at a motorcycle shop owned by Dex Locke—an intimidating man who doesn't like her. Under Locke is Zapata's most grounded novel—no sports, no celebrities, just two people in difficult circumstances.
Notes for sensitive readers
Reader-flagged moments and themes that may affect your experience.
Strong language
Explicit-adjacent romantic content
Drug addiction in the family
MC world setting
Extreme slow burn—Zapata's longest simmering
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