Step into the high-octane world of Team 52, where covert black ops operatives battle ancient mysteries and sizzling romance! Anna Hackett’s Team 52 series is a romantic suspense thrill ride, blending heart-pounding action with steamy love stories. Each book follows a tough-as-nails hero and a fierce heroine as they secure dangerous artifacts and navigate their own emotional walls, all while saving the world from chaos.
Perfect for fans of adventure and passion, this series delivers edge-of-your-seat missions and chemistry that sparks like a live wire. Ready to meet the shadowy team keeping ancient relics out of the wrong hands? Let’s dive in!
How Team 52 Began
Anna Hackett, a USA Today bestselling author known for action-packed romance, launched Team 52 in 2018 as a spin-off from her Treasure Hunter Security series. Inspired by her love for Indiana Jones-style adventures and military heroes, Hackett crafted a covert team operating near Area 51, tasked with safeguarding artifacts too powerful for the public. The series’ inception came from fan enthusiasm for the mysterious ‘team in black’ cameo in earlier books, sparking a dedicated saga that’s both adrenaline-fueled and heartwarming.
The Heart of Team 52
The Team 52 series spans eight standalone novels, each a pulse-pounding blend of romance, suspense, and ancient lore. Mission: Her Protection (2018) kicks off with Lachlan Hunter, a former Marine, rescuing scientist Rowan Shaffer from Arctic dangers tied to a strange artifact. In Mission: Her Rescue (2018), ex-CIA operative Seth Lynch saves archaeologist January James from a jungle ambush, their fiery attraction igniting amid Mayan relic chaos. Mission: Her Security (2018) follows gruff SEAL Smith Creed as he risks all to save kidnapped logistics manager Kinsey Beck. Finally, Mission: Her Justice (2020) wraps the series with director Jonah Grayson and rogue agent Evan Fletcher thwarting a deadly artifact plot.
Recurring themes include trust, redemption, and the clash between duty and desire. Hackett’s style is fast-paced, with vivid settings from Arctic ice to Guatemalan jungles, and artifacts inspired by real-world mythology, like Mayan relics or Greek Minotaurs. The series balances gritty action with emotional depth, as operatives confront past traumas while protecting brilliant women who challenge their guarded hearts.
Based in a secret Nevada facility, Team 52’s missions feel like blockbuster films, with high-tech gadgets, ruthless villains, and steamy romance. Each book stands alone but builds a cohesive team dynamic, making it easy to jump in or binge the full series.
Why Team 52 Resonates
Team 52 has carved a niche in romantic suspense, captivating readers with its blend of archaeology, military grit, and heartfelt romance. Fans praise Hackett’s ability to craft strong, relatable heroines and alpha heroes who evolve through love, earning rave reviews on Goodreads and Amazon. The series’ focus on ancient artifacts taps into a universal fascination with history’s mysteries, while its standalone format welcomes new readers without demanding a full-series commitment.
Its lasting appeal lies in its escapism—offering adventure, danger, and passion in a world where good triumphs. As Hackett continues with series like Norcross Security, Team 52 remains a fan favorite for its thrilling stakes and emotional payoff.
- Publication Years: 2018–2020
- Number of Books: 8
- Genre: Romantic Suspense
- Setting: Global, with a Nevada base
Ready to join the action? Grab Mission: Her Protection and dive into Team 52’s world of artifacts, adventure, and unforgettable romance!