Desperate and Deceptive


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"Jayne Ann Krentz writing as Jayne Castle"--Cover.




Chill of Deception


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In her fifth book, Chill of Deception, a Colbie Colleen Cozy, Suspense Mystery, award-winning author, Faith Wood, transports readers to the Deep South where Colbie tackles a mystery of murder and intrigue. In life, there are two constants—time and change. One begets the other—so, when Colbie's life shatters in the middle of a high profile case, she reacts by retreating to her shadow world, closing off herself and her intuitive mind. No longer can she rely on her gifts as she dives into her case, knocking her investigation on its heels as she questions what may be a red herring—or, the truth.




The Lonely Hearts Killers: Raymond Fernandez And Martha Beck's Web Of Deception


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"The Lonely Hearts Killers: Raymond Fernandez And Martha Beck's Web Of Deception" is a gripping true crime story that delves into the twisted world of Raymond Fernandez and Martha Beck, notorious criminals known as the Lonely Hearts Killers. Set in the 1940s, the book explores the couple's murderous plot as they prey on unsuspecting victims through a web of lies and seduction. As the investigation unfolds, the shocking revelations and the unraveling of the mystery leave readers on the edge of their seats. The book also delves into the psyches of the killers, showcasing the dark underbelly of criminal psychology. With captivating storytelling and a mix of unsolved mysteries, theories, and speculations, this book leaves readers questioning the line between myth and reality. In exploring the legacy of fear and the impact on society, "The Lonely Hearts Killers" is a chilling exploration of deception, manipulation, and the haunting crimes that continue to captivate the public.




Anticipating Surprise: Analysis for Strategic Warning


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Assigned to the National Indications Center, Cynthia Grabo served as a senior researcher and writer for the U.S. Watch Committee throughout its existence (1950 to 1975), and in its successor, the Strategic Warning Staff. During this time she saw the need to capture the institutional memory associated with strategic warning. With three decades of experience in the Intelligence Community, she saw intelligence and warning failures in Korea, Czechoslovakia, Hungary, and Cuba. In the summer of 1972, the DIA published her "Handbook of Warning Intelligence" as a classified document, followed by two additional classified volumes, one in the fall of 1972 and the last in 1974. These declassified books have now been condensed from the original three volumes into this one. Ms. Grabo's authoritative interpretation of an appropriate analytic strategy for intelligence-based warning is here presented in a commercial reprint of this classic study. (Originally published by the Joint Military Intelligence College)




Anticipating Surprise


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The Art and Science of Military Deception


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It is said that deception among people in a civilized society is something to be loathed even though it seems to be part of human nature; but deception in war is a virtue. Properly designed and executed, stratagems reduce the horrific costs of war. This book is a comprehensive collection of classic articles on deception, hand-picked and expertly introduced by well-known experts on military deception. The purpose of this book is to set in motion a renaissance for using deception as an instrument of statecraft. The various sections are designed to cumulatively provide sufficient breadth and depth on the subject to satisfy both the novice as well as the expert. Packed with expert commentary, interesting background information, and original readings, this book provides the reader with sufficient knowledge to pursue General Eisenhower’s vision for the proper role of deception in support of the national interest.




Deception Cove


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In the world of Harmony, Rainshadow Island is home to a mysterious preserve, secrets that have been kept for centuries, and a treasure worth killing for… As a light-talent, Alice North has the rare ability to make things disappear, including herself—a gift that comes in handy during her magic act with her dust bunny Houdini. Business mogul Drake Sebastian is day-blind, since his sight was nearly destroyed in a lab accident. But he’s the one man who can see Alice when she disappears—and he needs her. On Rainshadow Island, two dangerous Old World crystals are missing, igniting a paranormal storm. Drake thinks Alice is the key to finding them, and proposes they head there, but only after a Marriage of Convenience. Alice’s honeymoon on Rainshadow is guaranteed to be memorable, as the island—and the passion between her and Drake—is about to explode…




The Hillside Stranglers: Kenneth Bianchi And Angelo Buono's Web Of Deceit


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In the quiet town of Glendale, a menace emerges as a series of disappearances rock the community. This book delves into the terrifying story of the Hillside Stranglers and their web of deceit. The perpetrators, Kenneth Bianchi and Angelo Buono, are unveiled as their dark beginnings and lives of crime are revealed. As the gruesome murders unfold, the city is gripped with fear and panic. Law enforcement struggles to connect the killings, and the cryptic messages left at the crime scenes make the investigation even more challenging. Through a twisted relationship, Bianchi and Buono manipulate and dominate each other, forming a deadly bond driven by their vicious methods. The victims, innocent and vulnerable, become tragic casualties of their reign of terror. Law enforcement races against time, adopting new strategies to bring justice to the community. The web of deceit surrounding the perpetrators is unraveled, leading to shocking revelations and a dramatic breakthrough in the investigation. This chilling true crime story leaves a lasting impact on the community and forces reflection on the nature of true evil.




Illusion Town


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A new adventure begins on Harmony… With its opulent casinos and hotels, the desert city of Illusion Town is totally unique—and will take you on a thrill ride you’ll never forget. Hannah West isn’t the first woman to wake up in Illusion Town married to a man she barely knows, but she has no memory of the ceremony at all. For that matter, neither does Elias Coppersmith, her new husband. All either can remember is that they were on the run… With Hannah’s dubious background and shaky para-psych profile, she could have done much worse. The cooly competent mining heir arouses her curiosity—as well as other parts of her mind and body. And even her dust bunny likes him. But a honeymoon spent retracing their footsteps leads Hannah and Elias into the twisting underground catacombs, where secrets from both their pasts will come to light—and where the energy of their clashing auras will grow hot enough to burn…




Canyons of Night


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The island of Rainshadow is home to the mysterious, privately-owned woods known only as the Preserve. Now, after fifteen years away, both Charlotte Enright and her teen crush, Slade Attridge, have returned. But will their psi talents and Slade's dust bunny companion be enough to keep them from getting drawn into the darkness at the heart of the Preserve?