Double Deceit

When his brother, Arthur, is brutally murdered, and all evidence points to Jonathan as the prime suspect. Faced with the looming threat of the law and haunted by the bloody murder weapon in his possession, Jonathan, a skilled con-man, realizes he must embark on the most audacious and challenging con of his life to evade justice.

In “Double Deceit: The Transformation of Jonathan Ward” by Christopher Shennan, Jonathan Ward finds himself thrust into a nightmarish scenario when his brother, Arthur, is brutally murdered, and all evidence points to Jonathan as the prime suspect. Faced with the looming threat of the law and haunted by the bloody murder weapon in his possession, Jonathan, a skilled con-man, realizes he must embark on the most audacious and challenging con of his life to evade justice.

As he navigates the intricate web of deception, Jonathan not only needs to outwit the police and convince the public of his innocence but also win over the trust of Arthur’s friends. However, the most formidable challenge lies in deceiving Angela Milford, a captivating woman who holds the key to his exoneration. Jonathan’s elaborate plan is further complicated by the fact that he has rejected his brother’s faith and godly lifestyle, and the transformation required for his charade may demand more than he is willing to endure. As the suspense builds, the reader is taken on a rollercoaster ride through a world of double-crosses, unexpected alliances, and moral dilemmas, where the line between truth and deception becomes increasingly blurred. Will Jonathan succeed in pulling off the ultimate stunt of his life, or will the consequences of his double deceit prove to be more than he bargained for?