Would you risk it all to leave the past behind? On the surface, Travis Pace thought he had everything he ever wanted—a successful career, a comfortable home, and a beautiful wife. But beneath that façade is a man suffocating under expectations he no longer believes in. When a shocking event shatters the fragile balance he’s been clinging to, Travis finds himself at a crossroads. Haunted by betrayal and burdened by secrets, he sees one chance to break free and carve out a life that feels like his own. But escaping isn’t simple, and the cost of starting over may be higher than he ever imagined. Changing Pace is the gripping debut novel from J. Marcus Evins—a heart-pounding blend of romance, suspense, and the search for redemption. For readers who crave stories where passion collides with peril, and second chances come with a price, this is a journey you won’t soon forget.