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Detection necessarily implies deception. Criminals may deceive both to commit their crimes and to cover them up afterwards. And occasionally investigators themselves will resort to duplicitous behavior in order to bring perpetrators to justice. This issue’s stories offer some master classes in disguise, deception, and misdirection.

In “Masquerade” by Pat Black, a Halloween party is the perfect setting for a killer to hide in plain sight. In “The Final Was Murder” by John H. Dirckx, an educational skit at a police training academy goes awry when a student in the audience is shot. And Rick Peters looks into why a fellow photographer was murdered and a studio ransacked in Floyd Sullivan’s “Cover Shot.”

A good story is a lifesaver when a thief jumps into a woman’s car and demands that she drive in Stan Dryer’s “Mary-Elizabeth, Killing Machine.” Recovering from an attack that left her with a head injury, a woman remembers bit-by-bit the story her husband told her about being mugged that morning in Jane Pendjiky’s “The Fall.” A couple takes a hike in the wilderness (supposedly) to rekindle their relationship in Dave Zeltserman’s “The Water Bottle.” An alibi is replayed over and over in a man’s mind in Wayne J. Gardiner’s “You Can Sleep When You’re an Old Man.”

After a Mob boss is killed, the heir to the family enterprise must contend with his clever, bitter sisters in Stephen W. Herring’s “The Family Man.” A hitman hides his true profession from his teen assistant in “Recidivism,” the latest in this series by R.T. Lawton dealing with family surrogates. A retired cop goes to great lengths to protect the young family next door from a local bully in “Of Stroganoff and Jerry Cans” by Marcelle Dubé.

Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine Description:

Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine is a captivating publication that embraces the suspenseful and enigmatic world of mystery fiction. Named after the legendary filmmaker and master of suspense himself, Alfred Hitchcock, this magazine continues to be a staple for mystery enthusiasts seeking thrilling and thought-provoking stories.

Since its inception in 1956, Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine has been a platform for both established and emerging authors to showcase their talent in the realm of mystery writing. Each issue is filled with a diverse collection of short stories and novellas that encompass a wide range of subgenres, including traditional whodunits, psychological thrillers, and intricate puzzles. From cleverly crafted plots to unforgettable characters, the magazine delivers an immersive reading experience that keeps readers eagerly turning the pages.

Over the years, Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine has remained a beloved publication among fans of mystery fiction, providing a platform for renowned authors like Agatha Christie, Arthur Conan Doyle, and Raymond Chandler, while also introducing fresh voices and emerging talent.

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