Identical twins ... the idea alone stirs unique thoughts of something special because identical twins are exceptional in this complicated world of ours. Originally designated to be once person, the original cell splits and two separate, but identical human beings are the result. Identical in appearance, but not necessarily identical in their mind, heart and soul. Certainly, nature vs. Nurturing comes into play, but really, deep down, how alike are they?
Although the original setting for this story is the Catskill Mountains in New York, Ligotti takes you to Washington, DC and Houston, Texas and then returns you to where it all started, a horse farm in the Catskill Mountains.
This story begins four years after Incredible Deception ends and life has been good for the only remaining twin and his family. On a cold day in March, Brock gets and unexpected visit from the FBI and the CIA. It is at that moment when Brock's incredible deception twists upon itself and forces him to return to the past life he once lived as his brother, Blake.
Through multic=ple adventures, Brock and his wife are tested and the saga finally ends in a spell binding and dramatic conclusion when Brock is driven into a trial and must prove the impossible. The reader will wonder, as does our protagonist, if he will ever return with his wife to his home and the good life he once enjoyed. The odds are against him and our hero and, you too, will realize he cannot disregard the truth and still win. The story will keep you guessing and wondering until the very last chapter. Twisted Deception, the sequel to, Incredible Deception, is a must read for those who love a love story and all readers of suspense thrillers.