Books like Believe me by J. P. Delaney
J. P. Delaney’s *Believe Me* follows a London‑born actress now living in New York City. With no work to pay her rent, she becomes a decoy for a consulting firm that targets straying husbands. After one of her assignments turns up a potential serial killer, the police enlist her to lure the suspect into a confession.
Delaney weaves a tense psychological thriller as the actress must play a role she has never lived. Her performance blurs the boundary between the decoy and the victim, creating a deadly cat‑and‑mouse game that raises questions about identity, trust, and safety.
The novel blends elements of suspense, undercover operations, and crime investigation to deliver a gripping narrative set against the backdrop of New York City.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Thriller/Psychological Thriller
Authors: J. P. Delaney
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