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Book Synopsis: A rollicking true-crime adventure about a rogue who trades in rare birds and their eggs—and the wildlife detective determined to stop him.
On May 3, 2010, an Irish national named Jeffrey Lendrum was apprehended at Britain’s Birmingham International Airport with a suspicious parcel strapped to his stomach. Inside were fourteen rare peregrine falcon eggs snatched from a remote cliffside in Wales. So begins a tale almost too bizarre to believe, following the parallel lives of a globe-trotting smuggler who spent two decades capturing endangered raptors worth millions of dollars as race champions—and Detective Andy McWilliam of the United Kingdom’s National Wildlife Crime Unit, who’s hell bent on protecting the world’s birds of prey.
The Falcon Thief whisks readers from the volcanoes of Patagonia to Zimbabwe’s Matobo National Park, and from the frigid tundra near the Arctic Circle to luxurious aviaries in the deserts of Dubai, all in pursuit of a man who is reckless, arrogant, and gripped by a destructive compulsion to make the most beautiful creatures in nature his own. It’s a story that’s part true-crime narrative, part epic adventure—and wholly unputdownable until the very last page.
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Step into the thrilling world of international wildlife crime with "The Falcon Thief: A True Tale of Adventure, Treachery, and the Hunt for the Perfect Bird"! This riveting true-crime story will take you on a rollercoaster journey filled with intrigue and suspense. Join us as we follow the extraordinary lives of a daring smuggler and the relentless detective determined to bring him to justice.
Immerse yourself in the dangerous underworld of rare bird trading as we uncover the shocking lengths one man would go to possess these magnificent creatures. From the cliffs of Wales to the exotic aviaries of Dubai, every page of "The Falcon Thief" will leave you on the edge of your seat, craving for more.
Not only does this captivating tale expose the dark side of wildlife trafficking, but it also introduces you to the dedicated and unyielding Detective Andy McWilliam. Witness the tireless efforts of a man who will stop at nothing to protect endangered species and the world's birds of prey.
Get ready to embark on an adventure that spans across continents, from the breathtaking landscapes of Patagonia to the untamed beauty of Zimbabwe's Matobo National Park. You'll be transported to the frozen terrains near the Arctic Circle, and your senses will be ignited in the opulent aviaries of Dubai. "The Falcon Thief" offers a whirlwind of excitement that will leave you breathless.
Experience the perfect blend of true-crime narrative and epic adventure in "The Falcon Thief." This extraordinary tale is impossible to put down. From the first page to the last, you'll be captivated by the high stakes, gripping suspense, and intriguing characters that define this remarkable book.
Take a walk on the wild side and uncover the gripping secrets of the bird smuggling trade. Are you ready to be enthralled by "The Falcon Thief: A True Tale of Adventure, Treachery, and the Hunt for the Perfect Bird"? Get your copy now and prepare for an unforgettable reading experience!
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