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 Emmes
- “Buckets” 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
