Shadows & Deceit: Betrayed, Uncertain, Relentless

About this episode

This episode explores the high-stakes thriller 'Shadows and Deceit' by Kevin M Scott, featuring covert operative Chuck Barnes in a deadly conspiracy.

This episode of The International Book Show spotlights Shadows and Deceit —a high-stakes thriller by author Kevin M Scott that puts covert operative Chuck Barnes at the centre of a deadly conspiracy. When the classified Black Rose file is compromised, Chuck is thrust into a world of betrayal, honey traps, poison, and assassins. From Las Vegas to the Mojave Desert and into global crime networks, this fast-paced, cinematic story is packed with twists and standout characters — delivering nonstop suspense.

People in this episode

Host: Makonnen Sankofa

Topics covered

• thriller
• conspiracy
• suspense
• covert operations
• betrayal

Keywords

• thriller
• conspiracy
• Chuck Barnes
• Kevin M Scott
• suspense
• assassins
• Black Rose file

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Shadows and Deceit

Places: Las Vegas, Mojave Desert

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