"A Cruel Deception: A Bess Crawford Mystery (Book 11) – A Riveting Historical Mystery by Charles Todd, Following the Courageous WWI Nurse-Turned-Detective as She Uncovers Secrets, Deception, and Intrigue in Postwar Europe"

'No one knows this horrifying true crime case better than the detective who cracked it. Kim Booth will take you on an unforgettable journey into lies, deceit, cunning and malice.' Nick LouthAfter a chance encounter with con-woman Barbara Hendry, an innocent and trusting couple known as Joan and Ted Warner were left devastated after their lives had been turned upside down. Victims of a scam that lasted more than six years, the Warners continuously sent money to their “friend”, having no idea Barbara Hendry was lying to them about her identity or indeed a made-up inheritance due to her as a result of losing a family member supposedly of nobility. Joan and Ted were drained of their savings and any funds they’d put aside for their retirement. Heavily in debt and Ted’s health deteriorating, Detective Constable Kim Booth went on a mission to get as much evidence possible to prove Barbara Hendry’s crimes. This is the true story of how that evidence was collected, the commitment and dedication by DC Booth, and the shocking way this con-woman manipulated her victims. Follow the investigation and read statements and interviews in this fascinating book that reveals how Barbara Hendry was brought to justice.