Cryptic Curse: Bellamy Brothers Seven

by Helen Hardt

Enter a world of mystery, suspense, sin, and heart-wrenching emotion with Helen Hardt's Bellamy Brothers series!

She escaped hell. Now it wants her back.

At just eighteen, Daniela Agudelo has already lived through more than anyone should. After fleeing Colombia and the men who stole her childhood, she lands in Texas with a dream of becoming a gourmet chef and a desperate need to stay invisible. But everything shifts when she meets Hawk Bellamy.

The middle son of the Bellamy billionaire ranching family, Hawk is used to being overlooked. Trapped between a hero brother and a reckless one, he’s the family fixer, the one who follows the rules—until Daniela crashes into his life with her intense beauty and haunted eyes.

Their connection is magnetic. Dangerous. She’s too young. He’s too jaded. Too bound to secrets and responsibilities he never asked for. But need has a way of ignoring the rules.

Until the first cryptic message arrives—and the hell Daniela thought she left behind doesn’t feel so far away.

And Hawk? He’ll break every rule in the book to protect her.

295 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 29, 2025

About the author

#1 New York Times, #1 USA Today, and #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author Helen Hardt's passion for the written word began with the books her mother read to her at bedtime. She wrote her first story at age six and hasn’t stopped since. In addition to being an award winning author of contemporary and historical romance and erotica, she’s a mother, an attorney, a black belt in Taekwondo, a grammar geek, an appreciator of fine red wine, and a lover of Ben and Jerry’s ice cream. She writes from her home in Colorado, where she lives with her family.

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Reviews

[Serena · Rating 5 out of 5]

5/5⭐️
3/5🌶
10/5 😱(Suspense)

Yep, that just happened. Helen just took another piece of my heart and gave it to a Bellamy Brother! Could Hawk be even more perfect? I think not but I bet Helen will prove my statement wrong.
Daniela has been through horrific things. Brought on by the one man that should have protected her and now broken her. The suffering she went through because of her father is unforgivable. She will prevail though, she will come out of this stronger and more determined to take her life back. Part of it is because of Vinnie for getting her out of her father's clutches. The other is because Hawk will move Heaven & Earth to make sure she's safe and taken care of.
Hawk fell hard and isn't going to let anyone or anything hurt Daniela. This book brings out parts of Hawk we all have been waiting for. When morbid gifts & threatening notes start showing up for Daniela, Hawk goes on the defensive. He'll stop at nothing to keep her safe.

Helen has taken my breath away again and this story is another perfect Romantic Suspense with a Cliffhanger that only makes me want more!

[MaryAnn Costanzo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Damn if she didn't do it again..... Can't believe I was left hanging but really you can. Hawk has always been the family member that is there for everybody else and the one time he took the time for himself it bit him in the arse!
We will have to wait to find out about Eagle

[Meghan Curran · Rating 5 out of 5]

Holy moly. I am full of emotions over this 7th book of The Bellamy Brothers series!
The story continues but now introduces the middle son of the Bellamy family, Hawk and Columbian Daniela(Dani) who had gone through traumatic experiences at the dealings from her evil father. Vinny rescues her and is married to her by name only to get her in the states. Vinny is engaged to Hawk’s sister Raven. Crazy family drama. I know. Hawk meets her and falls hard, however Hawk is dealing with his own family drama and trauma. But, Hawk the man and protector he is comes to Dani’s side after she is being threatened. Their bond grows stronger even with the age gap. Many mysteries to still unfold with the Bellamy’s and now Dani’s past that is coming to haunt her.
Can’t wait for more!
Thank you Helen!

[Corinne Akers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Holy he££! This Bellamy family is simply cursed all the way around! Dani and Hawk’s story is fraught with demons before they even get started on whether or not they even like each other. Poor Dani! Her story is heartbreaking and has you grasping your chest for the terrible things that happened to her. Vinnie rescues her by marrying her and escaping Columbia. But knowing their marriage is in name only, Dani is grateful to Vinnie and Raven for saving her life! But once everyone gets to the United States, strange things start happening. Warnings are sent, and ignored, which leaves the entire family in jeopardy! In true Helen Hardt fashion, she leaves us hanging on the edge of our seats, wanting more! The intensity in this book is such that you just keep turning the pages wanting to know what happens next! I am all in to find out what happens in the next book! I highly recommend picking up the series and giving it a try as this is book 7 in the series. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[Jennifer Bradford · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cryptic Curse the seventh book in the Bellamy Brothers series is fantastic! Hawk and Daniela's story is emotional and filled with mystery. Hawk is attached to Daniela who is married to his sister's Raven fiancee Vinny. The marriage is in name only. Vinny brought Daniela back from Columbia after he rescued her from a horrible life filled with abuse. Daniela's life dream is to be a chef.

Hawk is the middle Bellamy brother but he is the fixer of his younger brother Eagle. He has spent his whole adult life taking care of him. When Daniela enteres the picture the attraction between is instant. When Daniela starts getting mysterious gifts she turns to Hawk for help and their attraction grows stronger.

Both Daniela and Hawk are dealing with things from their pasts but they also share a love for each other.

Cryptic Curse is a fabulous book and I can't wait for the next.book. Helen Hardt always leaves me wanting more!

[Carol Ann Doveatt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hawk Bellamy meets his fate in the form of Daniela. There are triggers in this story - childhood sexual abuse. Be aware if this is a trigger for you. Hawk feels an instant connection to Dani besides wanting to protect her. There is intensity, mystery, spice, love, and more intrigue. Being Helen Hardt, there is of course a cliffhanger to whet our appetite for Chaotic Curse. Daniela is strong, caring with a huge heart. She has survived trauma, and now will face more as she still isn't safe from her past. Hawk is the good boy who keeps the peace and does not get into or cause trouble. He has his past come back to haunt him and his brothers Eagle, and Falcon. The suspense is intense and I am looking forward to seeing the love develop further with Daniela and Hawk.

[Maureen Foster · Rating 5 out of 5]

Now it's Hawks turn

Hawk is mesmerized by Daniella since she came to Texas as Vinnies wife. He murdered her father and the man he wanted her to marry, Diego Vera. Vera is supposed to be dead. I'm not so sure about that. Daniella wants to be a chef and has started culinary school. She is suddenly getting threatening letters and gifts. Someone is after her. Finally the marriage between Vinnie and Daniella is annulled and she can be with Hawk. Can't wait for the next book to find out what is going on on the ranch and the missing body the boys buried eight years ago. I'm hooked on this series.

[Linda Dunn · Rating 5 out of 5]

You can run away from the past, but it will always catch up to you...

Right from the get go we are drawn to Daniela and Hawk. Daniela only 18 years old, hightails it from Columbia to try and get away from her tragic past. She is not prepared for Hawk Bellamy. Hawk is the middle brother in his family and is captivated with Daniela.  But she brings baggage with her. Nevertheless, he feels protective of her immediately. 

Unfortunately, Daniela's past has caught up to her and you just know the two of them are in for a very bumpy ride. Chaotic Curse cannot come soon enough. 

[Casey F. Roberie · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved the beginning of Hawk and Daniella’s story! Unfortunately, Daniella had a hard young life with her father. Thanks to Vinnie and Raven, she can heal. Hawk and Daniella meet and have amazing chemistry. Helen Hardt has more mysteries to solve in there story that will leave you turning the pages. Can’t wait to see what happens to their love story and Eagle!

[Jan Savage · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once again great book drew me in wondering what’s next Hawk has the weight of his family on his shoulders looking out for his younger brother Eagle who manages to get himself in trouble all the time .He meets the captivating Danelle that comes with more dangerous things from her past .Theres been more twists and turns and plenty more to come can’t wait for the next one

[Nicole Collins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Omg! Helen has done it again! These Belamy's are intense. I can't get enough of them! so much drama and intrigue, I can't wait to see what happens next! I highly encourage others to read this series!

[Janice McCabe · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had the opportunity to receive an ARC. I read it in a day. This book is amazing. You will love it once again. You have wrote a great story. It will leave you shocked. And I always love how characters from other series always end up and linked together.

[Mindy Latham · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved Hawk and Daniela's story! As always with HH books, it sucks you in from page one and leaves you with great cliffhanger! The story was great, and I can't wait to read the next one! The emotional turmoil from both of their pasts was pulling at my heartstrings through the whole book!

[Christine Locke · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hawk Bellamy!!

The fixer, the quiet one, the one not sure of his place in the family, and underneath a heart of gold.
His feelings for Daniela are real and when an unknown person from her past starts stalking her, he is the one that will protect her.

Big cliffhanger, as always!

[Catherine Swain · Rating 5 out of 5]

Helen Hardt does it again, fantastic read. Love the Bellamy brothers and can't wait for the next installment

[Kerry Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Helen Hardt has done it again!!
Loved reading Hawk and Daniella’s story.

[Debbie Perreault · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cryptic curse

I love the book and waiting for next one. Can recommend it to all that loves Helen hardt. She never disappointed me

[Shannon Wester · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really liked the storyline but not so much for the male voice for the audible version.

[Erin C · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was really not for me.

[Sherryle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hawk & Daniela's relationship is one of untouchable but with feelings. They're wanting to have more than just a friendship but because of the marriage to Vinnie, neither can have each other.
I feel like this series is coming to a very short ending soon. I wish I didn't have this feeling at all as I thoroughly love the Steel's. I'd really love to have more just like the Steel family saga!! Pretty please Helen!!!