Authors:
Emily Alison: Behavioral scientist & forensic interviewer with 20+ years experience in criminal investigations and hostage negotiation
Laurence Alison: Professor of Psychology at University of Liverpool, director of the Critical Incident Research Group, and lead author of Forensic Psychologists’ Casebook.
Key Insights:
Based on 40,000+ real-life interrogations, this book reveals a science-backed system for building instant trust and decoding behavior:
The 4 Rapport Styles:
Director (Task-focused)
Thinker (Detail-oriented)
Socializer (Emotion-driven)
Supporter (Harmony-seeking)
Behavioral Clues: How micro-expressions, word choice, and body language expose true intentions.
Adaptive Techniques: Customized approaches for negotiations, interviews, and relationships.