THE ARCHITECT OF DECEPTION
by Debbie Baldwin
November 9 – December 4, 2026 Virtual Book Tour
Synopsis:
A cryptic invitation.
A secret society.
A billionaire’s murder
Six years after his twin brother’s death, Razz James is stuck. Once poised to become the prince of Manhattan society, he spends his days in a blur of gin and denial.
Then the mysterious invitation arrives.
An offer to join Scepter & Scythe, an exclusive secret society.
The initiation challenge is a task so daring few would attempt it: steal a memento from Apollo Peck, the infamous billionaire whose fantastical mansion sits atop New York City’s poshest building. It’s an impossible feat, but Razz has nothing to lose.
He thinks he’s executed the perfect crime…
…then someone turns up dead.
What started as a distraction quickly spirals into a deadly plot with Razz in the crosshairs. In a world where power buys innocence, and the truth is subjective, Razz must unmask the mastermind before he becomes the next pawn sacrificed on the board.
Praise for The Architect of Deception:
“A deliciously twisty murder mystery of secrets, revenge, and deadly power.”
~ BookLife/Publishers Weekly
“Short chapters, secret societies, elite wealth, layered deception and reveals.”
~ GR review
“If this isn’t a movie in the next year, I will be shocked!”
~ Amazon Review
“A plotting masterpiece.”
~ Amazon review
“The wealthy Manhattan setting mixed with secret societies, hidden agendas, and dangerous people gave everything this dark and dangerous vibe.”
~ GR Review
Book Details:
Genre: Mystery, Thriller
Published by: Gatekeeper Press (Indie)
Publication Date: April 21, 2026
Number of Pages: 376 pages, HC
ISBN: 978-1662970337, HC
Book Links: Amazon | Kindle | Barnes & Noble | BookShop.org | Goodreads | BookBub
Author Bio:
Debbie Baldwin is a successful print media and television writer. She is a graduate of Princeton University and the University of Virginia School of Law. She is the author of the best-selling Bishop Security romantic suspense series.
Debbie and her husband live in Saint Louis, Missouri with their puggle, Pebbles.
Catch Up With Debbie Baldwin:
www.DebbieBaldwinBooks.com
Amazon Author Profile
Goodreads
BookBub – @debbiebaldwinstl
Instagram – @debbiebaldwinbooks
Threads – @debbiebaldwinbooks
Facebook
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Tour Host Info:
Book Formats: ePub, Print
Hosting Options: Review, Showcase
Giveaway: There will be a tour-wide PICT Giveaway
More: According to the author The Architect of Deception is considered to be R-level content or less. Readers may still encounter potentially sensitive material. If you have specific trigger or content concerns, please contact Partners in Crime Tours directly for more detailed information.
