Myopic Duplicity: Do the Ends Ever Justify the Means?

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Do the ends ever justify the means?

Delve into a labyrinth of moral ambiguity and psychological tension where the pursuit of power and justice collides with the darker impulses of betrayal and manipulation.

Curated and edited by Jeff Circle, the creator of The Writer’s Dossier, a revered multimedia showcase featuring both established and emerging talent in the crime and thriller genres, this anthology brings together an impressive collection of stories from some of the best modern crime thriller writers working today. Each narrative unearths the hidden complexities that drive individuals to make troubling choices in the name of loyalty, revenge, or survival, exposing the intricate interplay between right and wrong.

As characters confront their own ethical boundaries, they reveal the nuances of human behavior and the often-blurred lines that define them. This anthology challenges readers to consider how desperation can shape decisions, leading to moments where the 'right' choice becomes obscured by the weight of circumstance.

In Myopic Duplicity, the characters’ journeys invite introspection, pushing readers to question their own values and the potential consequences of their actions. With each tale, the anthology crafts a vivid exploration of the human psyche, illustrating that sometimes the most compelling conflicts arise not from external forces, but from within.

Edited by Jeff Circle
Foreword by Eli Cranor, narrated by the author
Story Intros written by Jeff Circle, narrated by Chris Andrew Ciulla

Sisters by Eric Beetner, narrated by Andrea EmmesBuckets by C.B. Bernard, narrated by Chris Andrew Ciulla
The High Priest of Low Men by C.W. Blackwell, narrated by Matt Godfrey
Soldiering by Wes Browne, narrated by Matt Godfrey
AITA by Mindy Carlson, narrated by Hillary Huber
Hallucinogenic Toreador by Ash Clifton, narrated by Jenn Lee
Dull the Pain by Libby Cudmore, narrated by Andrea Emmes
They Eat Their Own by Victor DeAnda, narrated by Philip Anthony-Rodriguez
Protégé by Erin Flanagan, narrated by Stacy Gonzalez
Donor Heart by Rob Hart, narrated by Chris Andrew Ciulla
The Welcome Wagon by Terrence McCauley, narrated by Justin Price
The Men with the Remade Face by Matt Phillips, narrated by Chris Andrew Ciulla
For Rosalie, with Love by M.E. Proctor, narrated by Jeffrey Machado
Third-Year Practice by C. Matthew Smith, narrated by Megan Tusing
Do You Walk Alone? by Christopher Swann, narrated by Suzanne Elise Freeman
Drink the Rich by Tony Wirt, narrated by Rebecca H. Lee