Captivating Curse

Bellamy Brothers #9

by Helen Hardt

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

She chooses sacrifice over survival.

He will damn himself to bring her back.

Daniela Agudelo has spent her life paying for the sins of men who believed they owned her. This time, the choice is hers, and it’s the most dangerous one yet. To save an innocent child she loves, Daniela offers the one thing she swore no one would ever take from her again.

Hawk Bellamy refuses to let her disappear.

As Daniela vanishes into the jaws of her past, Hawk risks his fortune, his freedom, and the carefully controlled life he’s built to find her. Every secret he uncovers drags him deeper into a truth he’s spent his life denying—his father’s legacy isn’t clean, and the darkness threatening Daniela may be rooted in his own blood.

Daniela already knows what she’s willing to sacrifice. Now Hawk must choose what he’s willing to destroy to save her.

310 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 31, 2026

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

[Corinne Akers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Captivating Curse

This is the final book for Hawk and Daniella. I can’t say enough about this book/series! There is such and underlying intensity and mystery in this book that you never fully can guess where the plot line is going. The horrific things done to some of the characters when they were younger come to light through flashbacks and it sets the pace for the evil men that rule through corruption, depravivity, and fear. Daniela was horrifically abused by such a man - her father! How does someone come back from that? But this book is nothing if not fighting for the power of truth, strength and determination. I love how this author weaves a storyline! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[Meghan Curran · Rating 5 out of 5]

Captivating Curse is the 9th book in the Bellamy Brothers series and it was so good! It continued with Daniela and Hawks love story. It definitely was steamy, suspenseful, and kept you on your toes. Despite the tragic past coming to torment Daniela and more secrets about Hawk’s family coming to the surface doesn’t stop them from forming a more connected intimate bond! And of course it leaves you hanging with a cliffhanger. Helen is the Queen of Cliffhangers! Can’t wait for the series to continue and to find out more! Thank you Helen!

[MaryAnn Costanzo · Rating 5 out of 5]

WOW! There are so many things playing out that I don't A) know where to start B) don't want to ruin the read...
Hawk and Daniela keep sacrificing themselves for the greater good and forget them they are in need also. With Chef, Vega and Reyes all taking up space in this wild ride we will have to see how it all plays out.
We do get good news for Daniela but end with another twist (per usual) for Hawk.
I can't wait for the next installment.

[Jennifer Bradford · Rating 5 out of 5]

The ninth book in the Bellamy Brothers book is the thrilling conclusion to Hawk and Daniela's story. The book continues right from where Chaotic Curse left off. This was a book full of romance, love, determination and a lot of twists and turns. Hawk and Daniela over came so much from the start of their story.

Helen Hardt as always delivered a fantastic story and as usual leaves the reader guessing what is going to happen next!

[Annette Tomplait · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another great continuation of The Bellamy Brothers Series. We follow along as Daniella’s past has found her. Can Hawk keep her safe or will her past take her away. Will she be able to save Belinda and will Hawks hand be forced to fall to Daniella’s tormentors evil ways. Will they ever find happiness? What was Hawks Dad mixed up in years ago that is bringing all these awful things to his families lives. Great read!

[Myra Jose · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not my favorite read or listen.

This was okay. Daniela is portrayed as a naive 17 yr old that has been through more experiences than a girl that age should ever have encountered. That said, her naivete is too much. Constantly 2nd guessing & giving way too much belief in the goodness of others.

I listened to this & previous book on Audible as well. Hawk's voice character sounds too old for a 28 year old. I hope the series goes better.

[Linda Dunn · Rating 5 out of 5]

There is no change without sacrifice....

Once again Helen gives us emotional shifts to immerse the reader in this fast paced story. Continued suspense with both Daniela and Hawk had me in knots trying to figure out who the villains are.

I am looking forward to the next book to discover answers to my many questions.

[Amanda Henthorn · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love the Bellamy Brothers series. This book is filled from start to finish on suspense. I can’t wait for the next book! I highly remind the Bellamy Brothers and even Helen when people ask me who my favorite author or series is.

[Kerry Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wowza!! Another awesome read by my favorite author!! I love this series. Daniella and Hawks’ story is full of twists and turns. A definite must read. I cannot wait for the next installment.

[Kathy Hackett · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely Riveting from start to finish! Trouble seems to follow the Bellamy Brothers around but they kick ass and take names and protect the women they love always. They are totally devoted to them

[Tina Mitchell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great

I love all of Helen Hardt books , can't wait for the next 2 books.. Keep up the amazing work!!! 🎈

[Charlene · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another good read.

[Cepeda Carter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good! I was glad everything ended good for them, but the cliffhanger left so much suspense. Can’t wait for book 10. I have an idea of the next love story and I hope I am right

[Sherryle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Holy cow, I thought that Hawk was going to finalise everything then it all falls apart.....

[SizzlingSpoilers BookReviewer · Rating 3 out of 5]

2/5🌶️