Undiscovered (Treasure Hunter Security Book 1)

Undiscovered (Treasure Hunter Security Book 1)Wow! just Wow! This roller-coaster ride through the Egyptian desert has the two main characters fleeing for their lives, following clues across the ancient sands in search of safety and finding so much more. Places so ancient they've long since faded into myth and legend are brought spectacularly to life in this terrific, action packed and sizzling romantic fantasy adventure, the latest spellbinding masterpiece from Anna Hackett, one of my favourite authors. Her terrific storytelling skills are on display front and centre in 'Uniscovered', the first book in Treasure Hunter Security, her fantastic new series set around myths, legends, modern technology, archaeology and treasure hunting, with a feisty heroine and an alpha hero, sizzling chemistry and love as she weaves the story of a legitimate dig in Egypt's Western Desert attacked by a ruthless black market antiquities ring that'll stop at nothing to get what they want, and what they want is something the archaeologists don't believe even existed and certainly haven't found... yet. Enter a team of ex-Navy SEALS, also known as Treasure Hunter Security, brought in by the Rhodes University to provide security for their now compromised dig, and let the magic begin...Dr Layne Rush is the Archaelogist in charge of a legitimate dig being run by her university on a new tomb that's been discovered in Egypt's Western Desert, and she's excited with their progress so far. All is running smoothly, and they've found some interesting gold artifacts, but apart from speculation amongst members of the team about the location of the lost Oasis of Zerzura that was reputedly also in the Western Desert, there doesn't appear to be a lot that would interest the ruthless gang of thieves that attacked Layne when she was on her own, although they appeared to be looking for something specific. Under the circumstances, the dig has been declared unsafe and the team has been pulled back to Cairo. Hunting for information among the market vendors and antiquities dealers, Layne becomes distinctly aware of the sensation she's being watched and takes steps to catch the watcher... only it turns out to be Declan Ward, the new head of security for the dig, ex-Navy SEAL and co-owner of Treasure Hunter Security....Declan Ward quit the navy and the SEALs after a particularly bad operation that still haunts him and left him with a bitter taste in his mouth, wondering what he was fighting for and more importantly, who he was fighting alongside. He started Treasure Hunter Security with his brother Callum after he got out of the Teams too, and their techno-geek sister Darcy, and they have a small but dangerous team of ex-SEALs working for them. The Wards all have a good grounding for their new enterprise with a History Professor father and a world renowned Treasure Hunter mother and they are the best there is at what they do, so it was a little embarrassing, to say the least, when the woman in charge of the dig got the drop on him and .... Oh boy!.....is he in trouble.I'm not going to give spoilers, but Treasure Hunter Security is a bit different to the other series I've read by this author with their alien invasions and archaeologists in space. This series is set on Earth in the here and now, and 'Undiscovered' is a fantastic mix of archaeology and ancient myths come to life action adventure.... Think 'Jack Hunter', then add a large dash of 'The Mummy' (Rachel Weisz version), a goodly pinch of 'Relic Hunter', a fair bit of 'Adventure Inc' and just a drop of 'Sahara' for flavour, add a little 'Who Dares Wins' and 'Navy SEALS' into the mix in the form of site security and hunkalicious bodyguards for colour and heat, along with a mystery, some serious sizzle and clues to follow to find the ancient wonder and the treasure that's waiting to be discovered, add some seriously dangerous bad guys in the form of the murderous black market antiquities ring that goes by the name of 'Silk Road' and it's exactly my kind of dish. It had me totally hooked and on the edge of my seat from beginning to end and I really didn't want to put it down.I absolutely love Anna Hackett's books, they're always filled with high-octane action, adventure and sizzling romance. Always well written in the third person for people who like their stories with substance, their heroines strong and feisty, their heroes strong, hunky and protective, not to mention 'drop-dead' gorgeous and for me she's one of the best science fiction/fantasy romance authors around today. She creates fantastic environments, both on Earth and in outer space then populates them with terrific characters, good guys, bad guys and everything in between, contained in stories that are totally gripping edge of the seat thrillers, as well as funny and hot. Her stories are so good they'd hold my attention even without the sizzle, although I do love a good sizzle, and they always come complete with a happily ever after. 'Undiscovered' is another winner and I really can't wait to read the next one. There are no cliff-hangers here and all her books can be read as stand alones.Adrenaline junkie that I am, I absolutely loved it. I'd like to give it lots more than the 5 stars I'm limited to, and it's definitely a book I'd rescue if the house was burning down. I'm sure I'll be reading it again and again and again and.... you get the picture.

I really enjoyed this great adventure story, but sadly felt the end was rather rushed and a bit awkward, as if the author didn't know whether to add a slightly mystical element to the story. I wish the author had just made a bit more of the fantastic mythical city of Zerzura. Otherwise it was a good read with lots of action and adventure. :)

I loved this book and found it hard to put it down. Thankfully I read it on a Saturday so only had to do so to feed the cat, eat and keep my wine glass topped up!I'vs read a few of Anna's books and have never been disappointed.The two main characters were great. Full of fun, warmth and love for each other. A love that was not instant (though the attraction was there from the start) but grew strongly and quickly as they got to know and understand each other. Both were strong and determined people and very protective of each other.Declan was so sexy and caring (in a bossy sort of way) but although she found him irreristale, Layne had no prolblem standing her ground when she needed to. I liked that he was so strong and protective and that she was smart and honest with her feelings.They were perfect together and the love scenes were very well done, sensual and loving and fitted well with in the storyline.The other characters in the story were very interesting and interacted well with the main characters. I'm looking forward to reading all their stories in future books and hopefully catching up with Dec and Rush.

of Ms Hackett’s work that I have read and definitely not the last.I found Dec and Layne’s story thoroughly enjoyable, fully action packed with a very interesting storyline, and such a brilliant amount of detail, both interpersonal and historical, that it was a gripping read.Just off to get Callum’s story now before I get sorted & to bed….(3 hrs later than intended ! )

Treasure Hunter Security – a Navy Seal meets a dedicated archaeologist. Plenty of odd things happening around the site and this begins the action packed, fast paced, protection and security romance that is Undiscovered. I loved the different aspects of this book starting with treasure hunters that raid sites which leads our main characters meeting....typically enough they hate each other on sight. Strong people aggravating each other, but as often is the case, through different situations their feelings change. This story is like an Indiana Jones adventure with humour, tension, danger and intrigue. My first intro into this world and it won’t be my last.

It's the first book I've read by this author & probably won't be my last.The story is easy to read & flows well. If I had a criticism, it would be that I didn't feel the adventure was explored enough & the story came to an end a little too quickly.Overall though a good easy read

The adventure part of this book was great, but it was spoiled by the unnecessary and completely unbelievable sex scenes. The ending seemed very rushed.

Romantic, fast, action packed adventure with strong characters, mystery, suspense and a dash of Egyptian magic. Hooked from begging to end. Great start of this new series and can't wait for the next one.

This was exciting from beginning to the end. I couldn't put it down. Great characters and I love the history tie in. The love of family and the one that is meant for you is wonderful to read.

Anna Hackett has a fine it again for me 😄🤔 I could actually see the site and feel the rush of the story. Can't wait to read more in.this series

Was für ein actiongeladenes, spannendes, geniales Buch!Dwc und Layne sind absolut authentische, sympathische, selbstständige, selbstbewusste, verantwortungsbewusste und gebildete Protagonisten. Man folgt ihnen nur zu gern auf ihren Abenteuern.All die Details, mit denen die archäologischen Funde, die Geschichte, die Städte und Mythen beschrieben wurden, haben mich völlig umgehauen - auf positive Weise! Das hat dem gesamten Setting viel Tiefe gegeben. Ich bekam den Eindruck, ich stündd gerade mit Layne in der unterirdischen Grabstätte oder würde mit Dec und Layne endlich die verborgene Stadt Zerzura (?) finden.Absolut fantastisch!Auch die Liebesgeschichte, wie diese sich gemächlich entwickelt, hat mich begeistert. Ich mag es nicht, wenn die Protagonisten gleich zusammen ins Bett gehen, sondern erst einmal einander kennenlernen und eine emotionale Beziehung zueinander entwickeln - und eben nicht nur eine physische. Natürlich war hier reichlich Anziehungskraft zwischen Dec und Layne zu spüren, aber sie waren eigentlich schon ineinander verliebt, bevor sie miteinander schliefen, was sich für mich einfach richtig anfühlte.Das Finden der geheimen Stadt mitten in der Wüste hat gegen Ende noch mal für reichlich Spannung gesorgt und was Dec passierte ... Gott, was hab ich geweint!Das Happy End war mir persönlich nach diesem Schock etwas zu abrupt, aber insgesamt bin ich so überglücklich, dieses fantastische Buch gelesen zu haben, dass dieser eine Kritikpunkt nicht ins Gewicht fällt.Ich kann diesen Reihenauftakt nur empfehlen und freue mich auf Band 2.

Lost treasure, justice meted out to the bad guys, miracles, magic, mythical creatures, maps, riddles, and romance...all packed in one book. Fun read. Declan and Layne both face and defeat their demons as they find each other.

I great story I could not put down. Tremendous story line, a cast of impressive characters, a few laughs, lots of action and life-threatening occurrences, unpredictable surprises and gripping suspense with a extraordinary conclusion leaving you wanting more. There is also lots of romance thrown in as well. Cant wait to read the next one.