DECEIT v. DECEIT, Nationally Acclaimed Tale of Betrayal and Battle for Justice; Only at This One Time in History Could This Story Happen

Introduction

The book, DECEIT v. DECEIT, is a true story of intimate betrayal, but it is not just another story like so many others of marital infidelity and a custody battle for children. There is much more. Truth and consequences are slowly unveiled as we are taken on a journey of our own hearts, minds, and souls, and we see human nature in both admirable and repulsive forms. We witness controversial action taken by the father in this story to wiretap the salacious conversations of the antagonists and the revelation of these sordid details as the foundation of his fight to win custody of his children. Believing himself to be the better parent, this father struggles for custody against all odds, highlighting his determination in a time when custody rulings heavily favored mothers. And, if one were to think that is all there is to this story, they’d be wrong; as the most dominating and persuasive personality in this tale, the one driving the action, is a manipulative, perverted, predatory gynecologist whose sole objective is to leverage his power with victims for purposes having nothing to do with the typical reasons a woman visits her gynecologist. With the mother gone astray and under the influence of this controlling, miscreant doctor, the father’s fear of his children also coming under the influence of this unscrupulous doctor is the overriding motivation to protect his children and to seek justice.   

The Story

The tale, taking place in the late 1970’s, centers around a ferocious battle between a deceitful, mindless wife, the mother of two very young children who are in jeopardy, and her even more deceitful paramour, a depraved, predatory gynecologist—the wife’s doctor. These are two virtue-less people, lacking consciences, whose immoral behavior is met by an equal force of proactive action to counteract their misconduct (the father’s own meritorious version of “deceit”). Thus, this is a battle between evil and good—a struggle between the dishonorable and the honorable and between immorality and morality—a display of offensive, destructive “deceit” versus a form of deceit that is defensive and constructive. Thus, two diametrically opposed versions of “deceit” are at battle. The two antagonists’ unprincipled compulsion for sex subordinates and trumps profession and family to their egocentric objectives. Arrogance and sexual preoccupation are on parade. The story takes a serpentine route from sex in the doctor’s office to sex in the city park, sex before the roaring fireplace, in his home, in her home (when the spouses of both are absent) and elsewhere. Besides the antagonists and protagonist, the story involves a brilliant defense attorney, a crafty PI, child psychiatrists pitted against one another, a bumbling police officer, an incorruptible Family Court Judge, Supreme Court rulings, courtroom drama, a psychiatrist (a brethren doctor) friendly to the amoral gynecologist testifying that this doctor is not a pervert, an unconvinced jury, judge, and courtroom, Medical Board hearings, and testimony to the contrary. You will read captured and permanently recorded conversations with scintillating details, permitted by court law at the time. 

Uniqueness of this Story

This story could only have happened at this one moment in history for several reasons, making this perhaps the most unique divorce and battle for custody ever. For a very short time, the specific circumstances of a landline telephone wiretap was judged to be legal at the time it occurred, and, then, shortly thereafter, wiretapping of any form in this country became illegal. And, with the advent of cellphone technology in the mid-1980s, right after these events took place, wiretapping became impractical—not possible (cellphones can’t be wiretapped). This story could only have happened during that short window of opportunity in history—and, then, never again would it be possible, making this story the only time in history a story like this has happened. The rulings and legalities of this case were monumental in the outcome of litigation and the story’s ending. Still, however, some of the events and happenings in this story remain controversial, raising lingering questions about privacy and these legalities.

Impact on Readers

DECEIT v. DECEIT is more than a recitation of personal heartbreak; it provides a glimpse into the emotional and legal complexities of infidelity, all while reminding the reader of the fragile nature of relationships. The tale resonates with readers due to its raw emotional honesty, and it serves as a sobering reminder of the consequences of betrayal. 

Conclusion

DECEIT v. DECEIT is not just a powerful narrative of personal loss, tragedy, and resilience but also a stark glance into the legal intricacies surrounding infidelity and custody.  Vernon Baumrind’s candid storytelling, backed by indisputable wiretapped evidence, challenges readers to think critically about trust, loyalty, respect, honor, and the lengths to which one will go to protect what matters most.