A cunning collection of short stories from the Number One bestselling author Jeffery Deaver and master of misdirection, including original tales featuring the hugely popular series characters Lincoln Rhyme and Kathryn Dance.

A cunning collection of short stories from the master of misdirection with tales featuring the hugely popular series characters Lincoln Rhyme and Kathryn Dance.

TENSION . . .
An aging actor attempts to revive his career by entering a celebrity poker game for a reality TV show. Can he outwit his devious opponents, or is his fate doomed from the outset?

CONSPIRACY . . .
A successful crime writer dies under seemingly natural circumstances, but for one cop, doubts are lingering. There's certainly motive for murder - or is there more to the case than meets the eye?

MURDER . . .
Lincoln Rhyme is announced dead, shot by one of his suspects in cold blood. Is this the end of the line for the criminalist, or just another twist in the tale?

"The best psychological thriller writer around." - The Times

"If you want thrills, Deaver is your man." - Guardian

"Deaver never disappoints." - Independent on Sunday

"A master of misdirection." - Evening Standard

"One of the world's best plotters." - Daily Mail