Secrets of the Shield
Experience the untold stories of law enforcement from an insider's perspective
Step into the shadows of Los Angeles County, where reality twists into nightmare and truth becomes stranger than fiction. Drawing from decades of police investigative experience, we pull back the curtain on cases that will make you question everything you thought you knew about human nature.
These aren’t just stories – they’re mirrors reflecting the darkest corners of society. You’ll find yourself holding your breath, white-knuckled, as each chapter drags you deeper into a world where monsters wear familiar faces and predators lurk in plain sight. From remorseless serial killers to ruthless cartels, from savage street violence to psychotic predators concealed behind respectability – this is the underbelly of society that feeds on innocence.
Experience firsthand the heart-stopping moments when time freezes and the soul-crushing weight of impossible decisions become reality. Witness the psychological warfare that plays out in urban combat zones, where organized crime infiltrates legitimate business and human trafficking networks operate in plain sight. Each case file reveals another layer of darkness, another twist in the labyrinth of human depravity.
Through these pages, you’ll learn to recognize the warning signs: predatory behavior patterns, criminal methodology, psychological manipulation tactics, and the signatures of organized crime. Understanding victim psychology becomes as crucial as unraveling criminal mindsets. Witness reliability takes on new meaning when trauma clouds memory and fear silences truth.
Warning: These accounts aren’t for the faint of heart. Once you turn the first page, you’ll be drawn into a world where reality blends with nightmare, and each chapter pulls you deeper into the shadowed streets of Los Angeles County. The adrenaline rush of pure, unfiltered reality waits in every chapter, calling you deeper into darkness where innocence and evil dance a deadly waltz.
SECRETS OF THE SHIELD
Author Name
Dennis M. Currie
Strap in and buckle up. Los Angeles County’s criminal underworld will make you question everything you thought was real. Each heart-palpitating event drags you deeper into darkness, and you’ll find yourself holding your breath, white-knuckled, unable to look away.
Remember to breathe.
These aren’t just stories – they’re mirrors. You’ll see yourself in these pages, fighting raw emotions, choking back tears, riding waves of adrenaline through a landscape where monsters wear familiar faces. From remorseless serial killers to ruthless cartels, from savage street riots to psychotic predators lurking in plain sight – this is the underbelly of society that feeds on innocence.
Warning: Once you turn the first page, you’ll be an addict. Your next fix of pure adrenaline waits in every chapter, calling you deeper into the shadowed streets of Los Angeles County, where reality blends into a nightmare.
Paperback:
$14.99
Hardcover:
$24.99
E-Book:
$9.99
Pages:
430
Publisher:
A Currie Confidential LLC Publication
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Release Date:
March 17, 2025
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About Author
Dennis M. Currie brings four decades of investigative expertise to the page, drawing from twenty-eight years in law enforcement where he retired as a sergeant in investigations. His career confronting society’s darkest elements, combined with his current role as owner of his private investigations firm of fourteen years, provides the foundation for his spine-chilling crime thrillers. Each novel pulses with the raw authenticity that only a veteran investigator could capture, transforming real-world experience into heart-stopping narratives. Through his writing, Currie invites readers into the shadowed world where he spent a career hunting monsters and seeking justice.
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Yes, I am available for speaking engagements at law enforcement organizations, writers' conferences, book clubs, and other events.
Topics include investigative techniques, true crime cases, the writing process, and the transition from law enforcement to authorship.
Please submit requests at least 8-12 weeks before your event to ensure availability.
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THE INVESTIGATOR’S NOTEBOOK
From interrogation room psychology to digital forensics, from surveillance tradecraft to crime scene analysis, this blog series dives deep into the technical and tactical realities of modern law enforcement. Drawing from my decades of experience and ongoing private investigation work, each post examines specific aspects of investigative procedure, analyzing both traditional methods and cutting-edge techniques. I break down actual cases (names changed for privacy) to illustrate how different investigative approaches yield results, examine how emerging technologies are transforming detective work, and share insights into the psychological elements of criminal investigation. Whether discussing the nuances of witness statement analysis, the evolution of surveillance techniques, or the integration of artificial intelligence in modern policing, these posts provide professional-level insights wrapped in real-world experience. This isn’t just theory—it’s practical knowledge from thousands of hours in the field, designed to educate, inform, and illuminate the true nature of investigative work.
Behind-the-scenes content
Step into the investigator’s office where cases become novels and evidence transforms into edge-of-your-seat suspense. In this exclusive section, I open my private case journals, investigative notebooks, and writing archives to share the real-world foundations of your favorite fictional moments. Discover how actual surveillance techniques influenced pivotal chase scenes, learn which true-life witnesses inspired unforgettable characters, and explore the authentic investigative methods that make my thrillers ring true. Through video walk-throughs, case breakdowns, and interactive crime scene analyses, you’ll see how decades of law enforcement experience shape every twist and turn. I’ll reveal the stories that never made it to print, share original case notes alongside their fictional counterparts, and take you through the meticulous process of turning raw evidence into refined suspense. Whether you’re a crime fiction enthusiast, an aspiring writer, or simply curious about real investigative work, this is your all-access pass to the place where reality meets fiction.
Interviews with the author
Every thriller I write is born from four decades of investigating humanity’s darkest moments. As both an active private investigator and author, I don’t just imagine my stories—I’ve lived versions of them. In these intimate conversations, I pull back the curtain on my unique journey from veteran detective to storyteller, revealing how actual cases inspire fictional thrills, and how real investigative techniques bring authenticity to every page. From my twenty-eight years in law enforcement to my current private investigation firm, each interview uncovers the true stories that fuel my fiction, the methods behind both investigation and storytelling, and the delicate art of transforming real-world experience into heart-stopping narratives. Step into the interrogation room and discover the truth behind the fiction.