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Aegis Group Lepta Team #1
Dangerously Taken
The mission: Rescue an executive translator being held hostage in Iraq without falling in love.
Erin Lopez never thought her life would be more dangerous as a civilian. She hoped she'd put her days dodging bullets behind her. Now, her only salvation is in the arms of a slow-talking man who makes her heart remember what it's like to love again.
Retired Army Ranger Riley Smith knows what it's like to fight the past every time he closes his eyes. Erin's dark, haunted eyes only tell a fraction of her story, and when she reaches for comfort, he can't tell her no. She makes this broken man want to be whole again.
The closer Erin and Riley get to the truth behind Erin's kidnapping the more dangerous their path becomes. Someone wants Erin silenced at any price. Riley can’t let that happen, but keeping her alive means facing that their no strings attached arrangement is a lie.
Aegis Group Lepta Team: an Aegis Group spin-off
Dangerously Taken
Dangerously Involved (2018)
Dangerously Deceived (2018)
Dangerously Broken (2019)
Dangerously Entwined (2019)
Aegis Group
Dangerous Attraction
Dangerous in Training
Dangerous Games
Dangerous Assignment
Dangerous Protector
Dangerous Secrets
More soon!
Aegis Group Alpha Team: an Aegis Group spin-off
Dangerous in Love
Dangerous in Action
Dangerous in Transit
Dangerous in Motion
Dangerous in Charge
Twisted Royals: an Aegis Group spin-off
Twisted Royals Origin Story
Alpha Prince
Her Prince
Bad Boy Prince
Noble Prince
Ransom Texas SWAT; an Aegis Group spin off
Fighting Redemption
Stolen Redemption (2018)
Reckless Redemption (coming soon)
Hot Redemption (coming soon)
Rebel Redemption (coming soon)
Filthy Redemption (coming soon)
Body of Danger
Heart of Danger
Mind of Danger (2018)
Soul of Danger (2019)
Gone Geek; an Aegis Group spin off
Beauty and the Geek
Mr. Purr-fect and the Geek
The Jock and the Geek
The Gamer and the Geek
The Adorkable Girl and the Geek
The Fake Boyfriend and the Geek
Erin Lopez never thought her life would be more dangerous as a civilian. She hoped she'd put her days dodging bullets behind her. Now, her only salvation is in the arms of a slow-talking man who makes her heart remember what it's like to love again.
Retired Army Ranger Riley Smith knows what it's like to fight the past every time he closes his eyes. Erin's dark, haunted eyes only tell a fraction of her story, and when she reaches for comfort, he can't tell her no. She makes this broken man want to be whole again.
The closer Erin and Riley get to the truth behind Erin's kidnapping the more dangerous their path becomes. Someone wants Erin silenced at any price. Riley can’t let that happen, but keeping her alive means facing that their no strings attached arrangement is a lie.
Aegis Group Lepta Team: an Aegis Group spin-off
Dangerously Taken
Dangerously Involved (2018)
Dangerously Deceived (2018)
Dangerously Broken (2019)
Dangerously Entwined (2019)
Aegis Group
Dangerous Attraction
Dangerous in Training
Dangerous Games
Dangerous Assignment
Dangerous Protector
Dangerous Secrets
More soon!
Aegis Group Alpha Team: an Aegis Group spin-off
Dangerous in Love
Dangerous in Action
Dangerous in Transit
Dangerous in Motion
Dangerous in Charge
Twisted Royals: an Aegis Group spin-off
Twisted Royals Origin Story
Alpha Prince
Her Prince
Bad Boy Prince
Noble Prince
Ransom Texas SWAT; an Aegis Group spin off
Fighting Redemption
Stolen Redemption (2018)
Reckless Redemption (coming soon)
Hot Redemption (coming soon)
Rebel Redemption (coming soon)
Filthy Redemption (coming soon)
Body of Danger
Heart of Danger
Mind of Danger (2018)
Soul of Danger (2019)
Gone Geek; an Aegis Group spin off
Beauty and the Geek
Mr. Purr-fect and the Geek
The Jock and the Geek
The Gamer and the Geek
The Adorkable Girl and the Geek
The Fake Boyfriend and the Geek
302 pages, Kindle Edition
First published April 3, 2018
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About the author
Sidney Bristol
122 books955 followersIt can never be said that NYT & USA Today Bestselling author Sidney Bristol has had a ‘normal’ life. She is a recovering roller derby queen, former missionary, and tattoo addict. She grew up in a motor-home on the US highways (with an occasional jaunt into Canada and Mexico), traveling the rodeo circuit with her parents. Sidney has lived abroad in both Russia and Thailand, working with children and teenagers. She now lives in Texas where she splits her time between a job she loves, writing, reading and fostering cats.
Sidney is represented by Nicole Resciniti of the Seymour Agency.
Sidney is represented by Nicole Resciniti of the Seymour Agency.
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February 13, 2020
TALK ABOUT INSTALOVE, FALLING IN LOVE WITH A PICTURE, SHADES OF "LAURA" AND "SHARKY'S MACHINE" (TWO OF MY FAVORITE MOVIES). TYPICAL ROM-SUSP, RUNNING FROM BAD GUYS , FALLING IN LOVE AND SUPER HOT SEX SCENES. A LITTLE OVERLY LONG TO ME. ;D
January 29, 2023
One thing that typically turns me a little sour on a book is lack of adequate research into a topic within it. In this case, it tuns out to be the effects of ballistic projectiles on objects. Dear Author, please don't use some lame movie or video series as the basis for the effects of a bullet on an object.
If that were my only beef, I'd have given this book more than two stars. Alas, the major thing that will turn me off about a book is ample evidence that it seriously needs an editor. Missing punctuation, poor word usage, typos, and the inability to know when and where to put a break between one paragraph and the next were constant annoyances to the editor in me. Disconnects like saying one of the main characters had never "lost a man on his team" and then later having an extensive scene where he laments just such a loss is just one example; however, the most egregious case was an instance where one statement was followed on the same page by a contradictory statement. Specifically, and relevant to my first peeve, it describes a box that had been struck by a bullet as having one corner collapsed and a gaping hole in the other side—an indication that the bullet passed through the box. A few lines later, it describes how a couple of photo albums stopped the bullet, so now it didn't pass through the box. That and the fact that a bullet passing through paper doesn't tear it into tiny shreds as is described here should be evident by the fact that in competitive shooting sports, a bullet passes through a paper or cardboard target leaving nothing other than a neat, round hole. I won't even go into how a makeshift bullet-resistant vest can be made from layers of magazines.
It also seemed that the author was doing something I find truly, truly annoying, and that's padding the word count. The result? The story dragged in areas.
With a little work, this book could shine. As is, it needs some careful review of the content with a serious eye to at least not leaving a sentence without a period at the end.
If that were my only beef, I'd have given this book more than two stars. Alas, the major thing that will turn me off about a book is ample evidence that it seriously needs an editor. Missing punctuation, poor word usage, typos, and the inability to know when and where to put a break between one paragraph and the next were constant annoyances to the editor in me. Disconnects like saying one of the main characters had never "lost a man on his team" and then later having an extensive scene where he laments just such a loss is just one example; however, the most egregious case was an instance where one statement was followed on the same page by a contradictory statement. Specifically, and relevant to my first peeve, it describes a box that had been struck by a bullet as having one corner collapsed and a gaping hole in the other side—an indication that the bullet passed through the box. A few lines later, it describes how a couple of photo albums stopped the bullet, so now it didn't pass through the box. That and the fact that a bullet passing through paper doesn't tear it into tiny shreds as is described here should be evident by the fact that in competitive shooting sports, a bullet passes through a paper or cardboard target leaving nothing other than a neat, round hole. I won't even go into how a makeshift bullet-resistant vest can be made from layers of magazines.
It also seemed that the author was doing something I find truly, truly annoying, and that's padding the word count. The result? The story dragged in areas.
With a little work, this book could shine. As is, it needs some careful review of the content with a serious eye to at least not leaving a sentence without a period at the end.
January 10, 2022
Sidney Bristol is a great storyteller, but I wish she’d get a better editor. I’ve certainly encountered worse editing, but because she is a great writer, I expect great editing, and unfortunately, we don’t get that.
The story is told in third-person past-tense, which is perfect for this particular story. The narrator easily jumps from one POV to the other, realistically relating their doubts, while also getting into the heads of a few villains. The third-person voice allows her to give an overhead view of all that is transpiring because the main characters cannot know about it. It was very well done. As usual, the plot itself is gripping and original with lots of tension and action. And even though she writes stories set in a particular world, focusing on a variety of previously peripheral characters, every book ends with its own happy ending.
This is the story of Erin Lopez and Riley Smith of Aegis Group, Lepta Team. Riley has been a side character in previous Lepta Team books. Also, he’s the brother of Casey Smith, the cop in Ransom (another series of hers). That was pretty cool.
Some of their banter was amusing and this is one example that made me laugh:
“Oh, God.” She dropped her forehead to the cushion.
“Put in a good word for me?” Despite the humorous question, his voice was strained.
And I loved this description when Riley was hit by a bullet. It’s described as “...a freight train the size of a peanut…” In summary, I’d recommend reading this book.
The story is told in third-person past-tense, which is perfect for this particular story. The narrator easily jumps from one POV to the other, realistically relating their doubts, while also getting into the heads of a few villains. The third-person voice allows her to give an overhead view of all that is transpiring because the main characters cannot know about it. It was very well done. As usual, the plot itself is gripping and original with lots of tension and action. And even though she writes stories set in a particular world, focusing on a variety of previously peripheral characters, every book ends with its own happy ending.
This is the story of Erin Lopez and Riley Smith of Aegis Group, Lepta Team. Riley has been a side character in previous Lepta Team books. Also, he’s the brother of Casey Smith, the cop in Ransom (another series of hers). That was pretty cool.
Some of their banter was amusing and this is one example that made me laugh:
“Oh, God.” She dropped her forehead to the cushion.
“Put in a good word for me?” Despite the humorous question, his voice was strained.
And I loved this description when Riley was hit by a bullet. It’s described as “...a freight train the size of a peanut…” In summary, I’d recommend reading this book.
January 30, 2023
Dangerously Taken by Sidney Bristol is the first book of the Aegis Group Lepta Team series. Erin is kidnapped, because she might know things she is not supposed to know. Riley is on the rescue team and soon he realizes he would do anything to keep Erin safe. And Erin feels safe with him again.
Another book I had on my kindle for ages but was pleasantly surprised with. I am a sucker for military books or any books that have something to do with a rescue and the danger that happens afterwards. I haven't read one of those books in ages, so I'm glad I found one on my kindle to read. One aspect why I liked this book is because Erin is not the typical damsel in distress. To be honest she is none at all. She is strong and coping very well with what is going on. Riley is a nice guy as well. He looks out for her and I have the feeling that he is the perfect member of a rescuing team. He is compassionate and shows empathy. Erin and Riley have a nice chemistry and they fit together well.
The book was well written. It had tense moments, funny moments, romantic moments and steamy moments. But it was nothing special or extraordinary. However, I already downloaded the next book in the series, because the blurb sounds really interesting. Can't wait to read the next one!
Another book I had on my kindle for ages but was pleasantly surprised with. I am a sucker for military books or any books that have something to do with a rescue and the danger that happens afterwards. I haven't read one of those books in ages, so I'm glad I found one on my kindle to read. One aspect why I liked this book is because Erin is not the typical damsel in distress. To be honest she is none at all. She is strong and coping very well with what is going on. Riley is a nice guy as well. He looks out for her and I have the feeling that he is the perfect member of a rescuing team. He is compassionate and shows empathy. Erin and Riley have a nice chemistry and they fit together well.
The book was well written. It had tense moments, funny moments, romantic moments and steamy moments. But it was nothing special or extraordinary. However, I already downloaded the next book in the series, because the blurb sounds really interesting. Can't wait to read the next one!
August 13, 2022
Dangerously Taken will pull you into this thrilling ride of suspense, drama, and action that will leave you spinning. I just wish this author would tone down the excessive internal dialogue. We don't need to read nine different ways to say the same thing.
Due to a security breach Erin Lopez has been kidnapped and she has no idea why. But thanks to Aegis Group's Lepta Team she's alive. When she realises she may have been sent information someone wants kept secret Erin and the handsome Lepta team member that rescued her will have to go back into danger to retrieve the files that may hold the key to everything before an unknown enemy manages to silence Erin for good.
Aegis Group's Lepta Team has been hired to find Erin Lopez and team member Riley Smith is determined to get her to safety. But finding her isn't the hard part. Keeping her safe may be this teams biggest challenge ever. Add in the distraction she has become to Riley and the fact that the enemy always seems to be one step ahead of them and the twists just keep coming.
Due to a security breach Erin Lopez has been kidnapped and she has no idea why. But thanks to Aegis Group's Lepta Team she's alive. When she realises she may have been sent information someone wants kept secret Erin and the handsome Lepta team member that rescued her will have to go back into danger to retrieve the files that may hold the key to everything before an unknown enemy manages to silence Erin for good.
Aegis Group's Lepta Team has been hired to find Erin Lopez and team member Riley Smith is determined to get her to safety. But finding her isn't the hard part. Keeping her safe may be this teams biggest challenge ever. Add in the distraction she has become to Riley and the fact that the enemy always seems to be one step ahead of them and the twists just keep coming.
November 28, 2019
Fantastic book. Love the brotherhood protector series.
Lucy works for a very high profile actress, Angelica, who thinks everything is about her and what she wants. Angelica treats Lucy worse than a slave. When roses and gifts start arriving at Angelica‘s trailer, Angelica’s manager makes her get out of LA and go to nowhere Montana where he sets her up with bodyguards until the stalker is found. Enter Jack and the brotherhood protectors. Even though Angelica is considered gorgeous by all means. Jack doesn’t see it and he quickly falls in love with Lucy, her assistant. That’s not the end of the story. The stalker is still out there and when will he strike? I love the brotherhood protectors books. You don’t have to be a damsel in distress just a damsel in need for the brotherhood protectors to do their job. Fantastic book.
December 30, 2020
Dangerously Taken is a phenomenal romantic suspense by Sidney Bristol. Ms. Bristol has provided readers with a well-written book furnished with a superb cast of characters. Riley and his team have been sent to get Melody out of the fix she's found herself in. Captured and held hostage. Once rescued Riley and his team struggle to keep her alive. Riley and Melody's story is packed with drama, humor, sizzle, action and suspense. I enjoyed reading Dangerously Taken and look forward to reading more from Sidney Bristol soon. Dangerously Take is book 1 of the Aegis Group Lepta Team Series but can be read as a standalone. This is a complete book, not a cliff-hanger.
I voluntarily read and reviewed a complimentary copy of this book that I received from Bookfunnel. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I voluntarily read and reviewed a complimentary copy of this book that I received from Bookfunnel. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
April 7, 2018
Dangerously Taken
What an intriguing story. This is about Riley and Erin. Riley was first interested in Erin when he saw her picture when the team got the assignment. Erin was kidnapped by people Mark had hired because he wanted Erin dead. The Lepta team foiled his plan. Now the team had to keep Erin alive plus keep her from running from them. The team definitely had their hands full and Riley was falling for her. Towards the end of the story got very intense. In the end, the good guys won. Riley and Erin fell in love with each other and were on their way to happily ever after. FANTASTIC job Sidney! I would recommend this book.
What an intriguing story. This is about Riley and Erin. Riley was first interested in Erin when he saw her picture when the team got the assignment. Erin was kidnapped by people Mark had hired because he wanted Erin dead. The Lepta team foiled his plan. Now the team had to keep Erin alive plus keep her from running from them. The team definitely had their hands full and Riley was falling for her. Towards the end of the story got very intense. In the end, the good guys won. Riley and Erin fell in love with each other and were on their way to happily ever after. FANTASTIC job Sidney! I would recommend this book.
May 8, 2018
I love the Aegis series of books from this author. They are all individual, standalone stories with characters that aren't all the same. The plots are well drawn & interesting & they move along at a nice pace, managing to combine just enough action to avoid it being too busy without being drawn out to fill space. I enjoyed the characters of Erin & Riley but this was not my favourite in the series. I did really enjoy it & probably by a lot of other authors it would be a 5 star, but I suppose I'm used to more. A good solid standalone read.
September 15, 2019
Good ideas... poor follow through...
Honestly, I’m not an expert on security work in the Middle East, but much of that information sounded believable to me... and even if it didn’t, it is a work of fiction. What I couldn’t let go of... was all the errors and typos. It looks like this is part of a bigger series, so I’m guessing the author is churning them out pretty fast. I would strongly encourage a good proofreader be added to her payroll. I’m an excellent proofread and I do like reading her work, so someone on her team should definitely give me a call! Lol.
Honestly, I’m not an expert on security work in the Middle East, but much of that information sounded believable to me... and even if it didn’t, it is a work of fiction. What I couldn’t let go of... was all the errors and typos. It looks like this is part of a bigger series, so I’m guessing the author is churning them out pretty fast. I would strongly encourage a good proofreader be added to her payroll. I’m an excellent proofread and I do like reading her work, so someone on her team should definitely give me a call! Lol.
May 2, 2020
You are a very dangerously expensive...
HABIT! You have addicted me to the Aegis Team books since the beginning!
And now, Lepta Team found, and dangit I am in deep trouble!
As the norm, your books are entertaining, suspenseful, romantic with j"your normal *just a dumb guy*", and frankly the usual great one liners and a heroine with plenty of attitude and strength!
Just another great Aegis book, and onward to the next!
Wonderful read, readers, and if you have experienced this author's writing you truly are missing out!
Karen
HABIT! You have addicted me to the Aegis Team books since the beginning!
And now, Lepta Team found, and dangit I am in deep trouble!
As the norm, your books are entertaining, suspenseful, romantic with j"your normal *just a dumb guy*", and frankly the usual great one liners and a heroine with plenty of attitude and strength!
Just another great Aegis book, and onward to the next!
Wonderful read, readers, and if you have experienced this author's writing you truly are missing out!
Karen
April 3, 2018
Erin and Riley have a rocky start. Erin is kidnapped, but no one knows why, especially Erin! Riley's team is sent in to rescue her. Seems easy enough, right? But someone else has other plans! In the meantime Erin and Riley have a quickly growing attraction to each other, but given their jobs, relationships aren't for them or are they? I love the Aegis stories, they are action packed and thrilling!
April 5, 2018
This was book one in the Aegis Group Lepta Team Series and starts the series off with a bang. Well written with complex, likeable characters and a page turning story line. Fast paced and action packed. You'll fall in love with Erin and Riley as they fall in love with each other. Suspense, mystery, hostages, Iraq and more drama and suspense than you can imagine. A great book and Sidney has another five star winner. I read a reader copy and voluntarily chose to write a review.
November 29, 2021
I thought that this was an enjoyable book and I loved it!
It had a good storyline and was very well written – I thoroughly enjoyed it
It had an excellent storyline and brilliant characters – they were really well developed and they had some great interaction. The book had action a plenty, romance and suspense
This is definitely one I would recommend it was a real page turner!
It is 5 stars from me for this one, very highly recommended!
It had a good storyline and was very well written – I thoroughly enjoyed it
It had an excellent storyline and brilliant characters – they were really well developed and they had some great interaction. The book had action a plenty, romance and suspense
This is definitely one I would recommend it was a real page turner!
It is 5 stars from me for this one, very highly recommended!
December 5, 2024
Terrible
## Don't waste your time with this one. First of all, the political story is so convoluted it was difficult to follow. Second, the heroine was in love in ONE day. Third, she wasn't very likeable and kept throwing herself at the hero. Both had serious reservations about being with each other...even in the last chapter. The intimate scenes were awkward at best and the book was riddled with errors. All around a big fail.
## Don't waste your time with this one. First of all, the political story is so convoluted it was difficult to follow. Second, the heroine was in love in ONE day. Third, she wasn't very likeable and kept throwing herself at the hero. Both had serious reservations about being with each other...even in the last chapter. The intimate scenes were awkward at best and the book was riddled with errors. All around a big fail.
January 19, 2020
Engaging
This book took this reader through an set of adventures across the globe with a strong woman with a soft heart and a need to do right. Lucky for her the Lepta team was sent to recover her and keep her safe even from her employer in the end if it was necessary.
Looking forward to more by Sidney Bristol
This book took this reader through an set of adventures across the globe with a strong woman with a soft heart and a need to do right. Lucky for her the Lepta team was sent to recover her and keep her safe even from her employer in the end if it was necessary.
Looking forward to more by Sidney Bristol
February 22, 2020
Kidnapped and held in a cold, dark, basement, she is freed by an operative of the Aegis Group.
An operative with the longest eyelashes she's ever seen. But the bad guys are still after her, and she has no idea why, and it's getting harder to ignore the gorgeous guy who is her protection. She needs answers, now, about why she's the target, and how to deal with the attraction.
An operative with the longest eyelashes she's ever seen. But the bad guys are still after her, and she has no idea why, and it's getting harder to ignore the gorgeous guy who is her protection. She needs answers, now, about why she's the target, and how to deal with the attraction.
June 2, 2020
This is an awesome romantic suspense book. Erin lives and works in the Middle East but someone is out to kill her. Who is it and who is going to help her. The aegis lepta group has been asked to intervene and rescue her. How will this end? I love it. It is a rollercoaster with that keeps you up on your toes. Great read I recommend
September 18, 2019
Good romance
This was the first book in Aegis lepta team. This is Riley’s story. He meets and falls for Erin who is was kidnapped and is the focus of their current mission. The team members are tight and the action kept he book moving.
This was the first book in Aegis lepta team. This is Riley’s story. He meets and falls for Erin who is was kidnapped and is the focus of their current mission. The team members are tight and the action kept he book moving.
December 29, 2019
Enjoyed the read
Riley and Erin were both strong minded individuals. They had a immediate sexual attraction. What started out as a tension relief mechanism ended up growing into an unexpected love. Starting book 2.
Riley and Erin were both strong minded individuals. They had a immediate sexual attraction. What started out as a tension relief mechanism ended up growing into an unexpected love. Starting book 2.
January 7, 2020
Fast pace and lots of action
I read some mixed reviews with this but I found it fast and furious, and very enjoyable reading. The romance was hot, the plot flowed and was quite intriguing - a good combination.
I read some mixed reviews with this but I found it fast and furious, and very enjoyable reading. The romance was hot, the plot flowed and was quite intriguing - a good combination.
May 22, 2020
Dangerously Taken
Great reading. So bad that people can be working for a company doing their jobs and get blamed for something that the company does and be totally innocent of any crimes. Happy the ending was good for most involved.Highly recommend reading.
Great reading. So bad that people can be working for a company doing their jobs and get blamed for something that the company does and be totally innocent of any crimes. Happy the ending was good for most involved.Highly recommend reading.
June 24, 2020
This is the first book I have read by Sidney Bristol and I really liked it. The characters were very likeable and I enjoyed reading about the main characters. I look forward to reading more of her books.
July 20, 2022
Falling in lust with the rescued hostage is risky
I enjoyed the fast pace with danger and romance mixed together. The characters were believable and there was tension between supporting characters (Grant and Melody). I would recommend this book.
I enjoyed the fast pace with danger and romance mixed together. The characters were believable and there was tension between supporting characters (Grant and Melody). I would recommend this book.
September 22, 2022
I tried to read this a few months ago but got bored with the first few pages because of all the tech jargon that confused the hell out of me so put it down. I picked it up again to try and read it and found that it gets better just like a fine wine!!
March 1, 2025
Perfect amount of suspense & romance! Lots of suspense & pretty intense characters. Riley & Erin’s story was multi layered & you do have to pay attention to put all the pieces together to follow the plot. I truly enjoyed it!
April 28, 2018
Another good book in the Aegis Series. As always I enjoyed these characters & their banter within the book.
March 22, 2019
Great start
September 5, 2019
Nice
There was a little too much going on for me.Too many tight spots and to many people involved in the plot.I couldn't keep up with it.
There was a little too much going on for me.Too many tight spots and to many people involved in the plot.I couldn't keep up with it.
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