Final Verdict: 3.5 stars 
 Nowhere But Here is the first installment of the Thunder Road series. To be honest, I had a hard time rating this book. I do like Nowhere But Here and I think it's a great start for a new series. It's just that I find it really slow and to think it's a pretty chunky book. 
 "Respect the Rules. Respect the Club." 
 Emily had a perfect and peaceful life with her mother and step-father. There comes a time she wants to get to know about her biological father, who is part of a motorcycle club called The Reign of Terror. She's eager to know about her parents' past and other secrets she never knew. She believes there is something more to it and is determined to seek the truth. 
 One day, they received a news that the grandmother she never knew passed away. They flew to her mother and biological father's hometown in Kentucky to pay respects. (view spoiler)[Which turns out a FAKE Funeral. Silly Olivia. haha! (hide spoiler)] It turns out coming unexpectedly to Kentucky exposed Emily to danger and became a target of another gang called The Riot. To ensure her safety, she is forced to stay for a while and a gorgeous bad boy, Oz was assigned to protect her and his initiation to be part of the motorcycle club. But there's just more beyond to the club for him and his capabilities. Eventually, these two fell in love...and more drama happens. 
 I like the story and the characters are indeed interesting as the motorcycle club aspect. You can just feel the angst and how they protect each to other in times of trouble. It's all about family and loyalty. The chemistry between the MCs are okay, not as strong as I thought but they are good. I guess what keeps me going is to know the untold story of Emily's parents. I still enjoyed it, but I hope the next book is better.