Dive into the pulse-pounding world of the Hostile Operations Team series, where elite military operatives tangle with danger and desire in equal measure! Crafted by New York Times bestselling author Lynn Raye Harris, this romantic suspense saga blends high-stakes missions with sizzling chemistry, captivating readers across 11 novels and 2 novellas. If you crave heart-racing action and steamy love stories, the Hostile Operations Team is your next obsession.
Each book follows a member of the Hostile Operations Team (HOT), a covert black-ops unit tackling threats where none dare. From small-town secrets to global conspiracies, Harris weaves tales that keep you guessing—and swooning—until the final page.
How Hostile Operations Team Began
Lynn Raye Harris, a Southern girl and military wife, drew inspiration from her husband’s ex-military background to create the Hostile Operations Team series. Launched in 2013 with Hot Pursuit, Harris transitioned from Harlequin romances to self-published romantic suspense, unleashing her knack for gritty action and emotional depth. Her goal? To craft alpha heroes and strong heroines who risk it all for love and duty, earning her a loyal fanbase and critical acclaim.
The Heart of Hostile Operations Team
The series kicks off with Hot Pursuit, where Captain Matt Girard returns to Rochambeau, Louisiana, to save his former flame, Evie Baker, from mob-connected danger. Their second-chance romance sets the tone: intense, emotional, and action-packed. Hot Mess follows, with Sam McKnight protecting his best friend’s sister, Georgeanne Hayes, from a terrorist threat, sparking forbidden love. Hot Ice introduces Garrett ‘Iceman’ Spencer, whose mission to guard scientist Grace Campbell ignites fiery passion amid terrorist plots. Later, Hot Protector delves into taboo romance as Chase Daniels protects his step-sister Sophie Nash on the run.
Themes of loyalty, redemption, and forbidden love pulse through the series, set against military operations spanning Louisiana’s bayous to international hotspots. Harris’s style balances gritty realism with tender moments, making each operative’s journey—both in battle and the heart—unforgettable. The strong, multidimensional female leads, from chefs to scientists, match the alpha males stride for stride, creating dynamic partnerships that fans adore.
Why Hostile Operations Team Resonates
The Hostile Operations Team series has carved a niche in romantic suspense, selling over 4.5 million copies worldwide. Fans praise its blend of adrenaline-fueled plots and heartfelt romance, often binge-reading the standalone yet interconnected books. Harris’s ability to craft realistic characters—flawed, fierce, and relatable—has made HOT a benchmark for military romance, inspiring readers to root for love against all odds. Its enduring appeal lies in its promise: no matter the mission, love conquers all.
- Publication Years: 2013–2017 (Strike Team 1), 2018–2023 (Strike Team 2)
- Books: 11 novels, 2 novellas (Strike Team 1); 10+ in Strike Team 2
- Awards: Finalist for Romance Writers of America’s Golden Heart Award
Ready to join the mission? Grab Hot Pursuit and plunge into the Hostile Operations Team’s thrilling world of danger, duty, and desire!