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Bishop Security #7
Siren Song
Leo “Ren” Jameson is a Navy SEAL with a mind as sharp as his combat skills. A tactical genius, he’s always one step ahead.
Until her…
For months, Ren has been drawn to demure CIA analyst Sofria Kirk, but their relationship fizzled before it really began, and Sofria left the country for a new job. That’s when Ren discovers Sofria was not who she claimed to be. Sofria Kirk is actually a government agent named Stella Keen who has been sent to spy on him and find out who is stealing the research for Ren’s top-secret drone project.
Determined to confront Stella and get answers, Ren embarks on a relentless pursuit. As Ren digs deeper, the mystery grows more dangerous. A traitor is selling government secrets and targeting Ren and Stella. With danger closing in, the pair escape to a clifftop house in a remote Maine fishing village, where Ren quickly realizes Stella Keen is nothing like the bookish introvert she pretended to be. Brash, sultry, and constantly pushing his buttons, she’s everything Sorfia Kirk wasn’t–and everything that was missing. Ren is torn between his anger toward the woman who deceived him and his all-consuming attraction to Stella.
The clock is ticking to find the traitor.
With an assassin closing in, Ren and Stella work to solve the mystery. As the sparks between them burst into flame in this hypnotic clifftop setting, Ren and Stella must capture the spy and unravel the tangled knot of their attraction.
This high-octane, twist-filled romantic thriller is book seven in the Bishop Security series. The books are interconnected standalones. For maximum enjoyment, the series should be read in order.
Be advised: This story contains scenes of violence equivalent to an R-rated movie and explicit sexual situations.
Until her…
For months, Ren has been drawn to demure CIA analyst Sofria Kirk, but their relationship fizzled before it really began, and Sofria left the country for a new job. That’s when Ren discovers Sofria was not who she claimed to be. Sofria Kirk is actually a government agent named Stella Keen who has been sent to spy on him and find out who is stealing the research for Ren’s top-secret drone project.
Determined to confront Stella and get answers, Ren embarks on a relentless pursuit. As Ren digs deeper, the mystery grows more dangerous. A traitor is selling government secrets and targeting Ren and Stella. With danger closing in, the pair escape to a clifftop house in a remote Maine fishing village, where Ren quickly realizes Stella Keen is nothing like the bookish introvert she pretended to be. Brash, sultry, and constantly pushing his buttons, she’s everything Sorfia Kirk wasn’t–and everything that was missing. Ren is torn between his anger toward the woman who deceived him and his all-consuming attraction to Stella.
The clock is ticking to find the traitor.
With an assassin closing in, Ren and Stella work to solve the mystery. As the sparks between them burst into flame in this hypnotic clifftop setting, Ren and Stella must capture the spy and unravel the tangled knot of their attraction.
This high-octane, twist-filled romantic thriller is book seven in the Bishop Security series. The books are interconnected standalones. For maximum enjoyment, the series should be read in order.
Be advised: This story contains scenes of violence equivalent to an R-rated movie and explicit sexual situations.
346 pages, Paperback
First published April 7, 2025
About the author
Debbie Baldwin
13 books400 followersDebbie Baldwin is a successful print media and television writer. She is a graduate of Princeton University and the University of Virginia School of Law.
Debbie and her husband live in Saint Louis, Missouri with their puggle, Pebbles. They have three children in college. False Front is her first novel.
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Debbie and her husband live in Saint Louis, Missouri with their puggle, Pebbles. They have three children in college. False Front is her first novel.
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September 26, 2025
the setup…
Leo (Ren) Jameson is a former Navy SEAL now working for Bishop Security. He’s also a Columbia professor and for months has been drawn to one of his students, Sofria Kirk who is a CIA analyst. When she’s reassigned to another country, Ren fears that will be the end for them…that is until he discovers she’s not the woman he thought he knew. Sofria is actually Stella Keen, a government agent who was hired to spy on him and the groundbreaking secret drone project he’s worked on for years. Ren’s determination to get answers ends up putting them both at risk.
the heart of the story…
This was as much Stella’s story as it was Ren’s as her backstory was just as dysfunctional as his. She’s been groomed as an agent since she was a teen and is good at what she does. Despite that, she fell for her target (Ren) as hard as he did for her. When Ren’s research partner was murdered, they eventually realize they’re both in danger, particularly her as the secret agency she’s worked for years is now trying to silence her. These two are emotional neophytes and struggle to find footing with their feelings for each other while Ren tries to get past her betrayal. Meanwhile, they are trying to elude a serious assassin.
the bottom line…
I’ve loved this series and hate to see it end and this was a spectacular finish. We finally get to see the mild-mannered Ren in action with someone who is a worthy equal. I was fascinated by Stella and together they made a great team, even as it took some time for both of them to reach that conclusion. There was danger lurking at every juncture from an unknown enemy, which kept the tension high. The coastal Maine setting where they landed added to the romantic aspects. I enjoyed this final installment and appreciated the lovely epilogue that put a bow on it.
Leo (Ren) Jameson is a former Navy SEAL now working for Bishop Security. He’s also a Columbia professor and for months has been drawn to one of his students, Sofria Kirk who is a CIA analyst. When she’s reassigned to another country, Ren fears that will be the end for them…that is until he discovers she’s not the woman he thought he knew. Sofria is actually Stella Keen, a government agent who was hired to spy on him and the groundbreaking secret drone project he’s worked on for years. Ren’s determination to get answers ends up putting them both at risk.
the heart of the story…
This was as much Stella’s story as it was Ren’s as her backstory was just as dysfunctional as his. She’s been groomed as an agent since she was a teen and is good at what she does. Despite that, she fell for her target (Ren) as hard as he did for her. When Ren’s research partner was murdered, they eventually realize they’re both in danger, particularly her as the secret agency she’s worked for years is now trying to silence her. These two are emotional neophytes and struggle to find footing with their feelings for each other while Ren tries to get past her betrayal. Meanwhile, they are trying to elude a serious assassin.
the bottom line…
I’ve loved this series and hate to see it end and this was a spectacular finish. We finally get to see the mild-mannered Ren in action with someone who is a worthy equal. I was fascinated by Stella and together they made a great team, even as it took some time for both of them to reach that conclusion. There was danger lurking at every juncture from an unknown enemy, which kept the tension high. The coastal Maine setting where they landed added to the romantic aspects. I enjoyed this final installment and appreciated the lovely epilogue that put a bow on it.
August 15, 2025
Former Navy SEAL Leo "Ren" Jameson is an operative with Bishop Security. He has been mooning over shy CIA analyst Sofria Kirk since he met her a few years ago. Now Sofria is being transferred to Jordan and Ren is a bit depressed about it. Ren does a little bit of digging after Sofria leaves and finds that she is not who she says she is.
She is Stella Keen and she works for Hyperion, a secret society that works to keep the world safe from nefarious people. Stella has been working undercover as Sofria, tasked with discovering who was stealing information about a top-secret drone project that Ren is working on. After eliminating Ren and his partner as the leak, Stella is being transferred to a new job and a new identity.
Ren tracks Stella down in London. After a steamy meeting and new information coming to light, they both begin to think the other may be the target of a hitman. They are soon running for their lives, trying to stay ahead of a killer while figuring out who wants the plans for the drone project.
This is another great addition to the Bishop Security series. Both Ren and Stella have had bad childhoods which affect how they deal with relationships today. They are both wary of each other, not knowing if the other is being truthful about their feelings. I liked both characters; and I loved that Stella didn't have to be the damsel in distress waiting for someone to rescue her when she got into sticky situations. My rating: 4 Stars.
She is Stella Keen and she works for Hyperion, a secret society that works to keep the world safe from nefarious people. Stella has been working undercover as Sofria, tasked with discovering who was stealing information about a top-secret drone project that Ren is working on. After eliminating Ren and his partner as the leak, Stella is being transferred to a new job and a new identity.
Ren tracks Stella down in London. After a steamy meeting and new information coming to light, they both begin to think the other may be the target of a hitman. They are soon running for their lives, trying to stay ahead of a killer while figuring out who wants the plans for the drone project.
This is another great addition to the Bishop Security series. Both Ren and Stella have had bad childhoods which affect how they deal with relationships today. They are both wary of each other, not knowing if the other is being truthful about their feelings. I liked both characters; and I loved that Stella didn't have to be the damsel in distress waiting for someone to rescue her when she got into sticky situations. My rating: 4 Stars.
April 24, 2025
I am sad that this is the end of this wonderful Romantic-Suspense Series, but I look forward to whatever comes next from Debbie Baldwin. "Siren Song" has a compelling plot, suspense - but not much mystery, and a hot romance. Both hero and heroine have childhoods that have damaged them and formed them into the people they became. Ren's mother used him as a research study, and it left him feeling like he wasn't worthy of a real relationship. Stella's mother dies and her bio dad rejected her. Her recruitment into a top spy network gave her purpose and allowed her to hide who she really is.
For a few years now, Leo “Ren” Jameson, a former Navy SEAL, a college professor and operative with Bishop Security, has been pursuing Sofria Kirk, a reserved CIA analysist, without much success. In fact, their relationship, if you could call it that has failed to amount to anything. Sofria is being transferred to Jordan and that should be the end of it. But there is just something that Ren is having a tough time coming to terms with.
With her current assignment as CIA analysist Sofria Kirk coming to an end, Hyperion operative, Stella Keen, is regretful about the way she used Ren Jameson to try and find a spy who is stealing information about a top-secret drone project he was working on, and how things were between them personally. But her next assignment beckons.
Ren just can't let it go and is determined to see Sofria and get to the bottom of what is bothering him about her. As he searches for her, he is contacted by his partner in the drone research, but before they connect, he dies, and Ren is sure that it was murder. Ren chances upon Sofria in London and she is not the Sofria he knew. After their steamy, erotic encounter which ended with Stella escaping him, an encounter with a stranger makes Ren realize they are both in danger. The next time Ren catches up with Stella he takes steps to make sure he doesn't lose her again.
With a dangerous traitor after them, Ren takes Stella to Siren Song, a small fishing village in Maine and a rundown clifftop house where no one can track them. As Ren gets to know the real Stella, he is fiercely drawn to her. But keeping ahead of danger, solving the mysterious death of a dear friend and exploring the intense attraction between them is keeping them occupied until danger comes to their doorstep.
My thanks to the Author for providing a complimentary digital Advanced Reader Copy (ARC) of this novel. This is my fair, honest and personal review. All opinions are mine alone and were not biased in any way.
For a few years now, Leo “Ren” Jameson, a former Navy SEAL, a college professor and operative with Bishop Security, has been pursuing Sofria Kirk, a reserved CIA analysist, without much success. In fact, their relationship, if you could call it that has failed to amount to anything. Sofria is being transferred to Jordan and that should be the end of it. But there is just something that Ren is having a tough time coming to terms with.
With her current assignment as CIA analysist Sofria Kirk coming to an end, Hyperion operative, Stella Keen, is regretful about the way she used Ren Jameson to try and find a spy who is stealing information about a top-secret drone project he was working on, and how things were between them personally. But her next assignment beckons.
Ren just can't let it go and is determined to see Sofria and get to the bottom of what is bothering him about her. As he searches for her, he is contacted by his partner in the drone research, but before they connect, he dies, and Ren is sure that it was murder. Ren chances upon Sofria in London and she is not the Sofria he knew. After their steamy, erotic encounter which ended with Stella escaping him, an encounter with a stranger makes Ren realize they are both in danger. The next time Ren catches up with Stella he takes steps to make sure he doesn't lose her again.
With a dangerous traitor after them, Ren takes Stella to Siren Song, a small fishing village in Maine and a rundown clifftop house where no one can track them. As Ren gets to know the real Stella, he is fiercely drawn to her. But keeping ahead of danger, solving the mysterious death of a dear friend and exploring the intense attraction between them is keeping them occupied until danger comes to their doorstep.
My thanks to the Author for providing a complimentary digital Advanced Reader Copy (ARC) of this novel. This is my fair, honest and personal review. All opinions are mine alone and were not biased in any way.
May 7, 2025
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What an incredible finale to the series. I didn’t know where the author was going to take me but I was excited for the ride—and what a ride!!! The shy, mousy woman Ren has been pining for over the entire series isn’t who we thought she was at all. Holy Gods of enemies to lovers! I didn’t know if Ren was going to kill Stella or fall in love. Between the bad guys after them both and the sparks flying in the dramatic clifftop setting in Maine I was caught in the grip of the story from page one and it never let go. The romance is off the charts and the twists are a nonstop ride. I’m only sad it’s the end of this phenomenal series. Cant wait to see what Ms. Baldwin delivers next! Six Stars!!!!
What an incredible finale to the series. I didn’t know where the author was going to take me but I was excited for the ride—and what a ride!!! The shy, mousy woman Ren has been pining for over the entire series isn’t who we thought she was at all. Holy Gods of enemies to lovers! I didn’t know if Ren was going to kill Stella or fall in love. Between the bad guys after them both and the sparks flying in the dramatic clifftop setting in Maine I was caught in the grip of the story from page one and it never let go. The romance is off the charts and the twists are a nonstop ride. I’m only sad it’s the end of this phenomenal series. Cant wait to see what Ms. Baldwin delivers next! Six Stars!!!!
June 9, 2025
OBSESSED. I LOVEEEEE every book in this series!!!! Going to start it all over now that I’ve read them all!! Characters are amazing and so well developed. In love with the entire bishop security team! The books are steamy and complex at the same time, in the best way! Cant wait to see what this author comes up with next!
November 1, 2026
Sofria Kirk's time with Ren Jameson is over, and she will miss the man she has come to care for, but now she is off to a new assignment and a new identity. She is unaware of the threat posed by someone in her own organization who is trying to frame her for stealing and selling government secrets. Ren suspects that Sofria is not what she seems, and uses his connections to chase her down. He is shocked to discover that her real name is Stella Keen, and she works for a shadow organization called Hyperion.
The second half of Siren Song is much better than the first. More dimensions of the characters are revealed and an intriguing mystery is added to the plot. While this new mystery is actually better than the original story, it does complicate the novel and remains mostly underdeveloped. There are parts of this book that are very enjoyable and parts that left me flat, but overall, Siren Song is a very satisfying end to an entertaining series.
The second half of Siren Song is much better than the first. More dimensions of the characters are revealed and an intriguing mystery is added to the plot. While this new mystery is actually better than the original story, it does complicate the novel and remains mostly underdeveloped. There are parts of this book that are very enjoyable and parts that left me flat, but overall, Siren Song is a very satisfying end to an entertaining series.
June 8, 2025
This is the final book in the Bishop Security Series and I have to say I'm so sad it's over. I have been riveted by each and every book and the amount of research the author has done is mind boggling. I love the common thread that is woven so cleverly throughout the entire series and her writing style deserves recognition. I understand the author has written a TV show that aired a few years ago and I am pretty sure this series will make it to the big screen. Great book, thought provoking and a pure page turner.
July 15, 2026
Enjoyed this story
I did not realize till the end that this was a series and actually book 7. I usually read true crime or crime fiction, however this book had enough drama and Romance to keep me turning the pages. By the end it was one of those feel good stories that make you smile. I would love the cliff house, it sound a.azing.
I did not realize till the end that this was a series and actually book 7. I usually read true crime or crime fiction, however this book had enough drama and Romance to keep me turning the pages. By the end it was one of those feel good stories that make you smile. I would love the cliff house, it sound a.azing.
March 17, 2026
Okay
Unfortunately, I found this last book from the series a disappointment after the other 6. There was a great premise for the story, however, it wasn't compelling. I found my attention easily diverted.
Unfortunately, I found this last book from the series a disappointment after the other 6. There was a great premise for the story, however, it wasn't compelling. I found my attention easily diverted.
August 6, 2025
I really liked the story. Everyone gets a happy ending.
I took off 1 star because she repeatedly lied to him and he took forever to tell her how he felt.
I took off 1 star because she repeatedly lied to him and he took forever to tell her how he felt.
February 16, 2026
What a ride!
I love stories that teach, reveal knowledge and center around current information. I highly recommend this entire Bishop Security series-ENJOY!
I love stories that teach, reveal knowledge and center around current information. I highly recommend this entire Bishop Security series-ENJOY!
July 8, 2026
great read
This book has everything you would love to read. The ending filled my heart. If you like great stories with everything going for it, this is the one
This book has everything you would love to read. The ending filled my heart. If you like great stories with everything going for it, this is the one
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