The Dark Psychology Playbook [9-in-1]: 100+ Techniques of Influence and Manipulation Exposed. A Powerful Guide to Brainwashing, Lie Detection, Mental Warfare, Mind Control, NLP, Persuasion, & More

The disclaimer at the beginning informs readers this book will change the way we perceive the world. I agree. Roger Glenwood did a great job at creating what I find to be a quick guide to recognizing and dealing with the vast topic of dark psychology. I want to emphasize the usefulness and ease of understanding of the emotional manipulation sections. Once exposed to this information I was shocked to release my greatest weakness is letting people walk all over me in life! This book armed me with the information to protect myself against those who try to take advantage. And of course recognize sincerity. I recommend this book at anyone who thinks they may be a victim of dark psychology or is simply fascinated to understand how other people think.

A powerhouse of knowledge! There's such a wide range of topics, from lie detection, to brainwashing, NLP, and mind control, it's all really fascinating! Takes you down a rabbit hole, and exposed dark tactics. If you want some self defense on a mental level, read this. I highly recommend this one to those who want to understand how the mind works.

This book helped me understand so much pertaining to manipulation. For anyone who has had to deal with narcissistic people, or would like a defense against manipulation, I'm telling you, this book is worth so much more than the price. Plus, it is written so well, that when I started to read it, I was up all night because I couldn't stop reading it. Great buy, believe me, it is worth every cent and more.

Solid book. Respective chapters but overall very informative and can’t beat the price.

This book est suited for mature readers interested in understanding the “darker” side of human behavior. It is important to note that Glenwood emphasizes awareness and protection as much as he explains how these techniques work.The book highlights the manipulation, influence tactics, emotional and psychological control techniques. The guide emphasizes both the use and defense against dark psychological tools. The Dark Psychology Playbook" is not just a book - it's a transformative journey into the depths of the human mind. This book is an eye-opening and detailed guide into psychological manipulation, ideal for readers seeking to understand both the power and danger of persuasive tactics.

This book on persuasion and manipulation is an absolute eye-opener—both fascinating and a little unsettling in its revelations. With clear, relatable examples, it unpacks complex ideas in a way that sparks reflection and lively conversation. It’s no wonder it’s become a hot topic among my friends; we can’t stop sharing stories of how these tactics show up in real life.

This book presents itself as an ambitious "9 books in 1" dark psychology guide, but what it actually delivers is perhaps the most meta demonstration of manipulation techniques I've ever encountered.Let's analyze what's actually here: 247 pages total, with each "book" burning through pages on title, contents, introduction, conclusion, and references—leaving a mere 11 pages of actual content per book. The presentation further inflates this minimal content with oversized text, generous spacing, and strategic blank pages.The substance itself is disappointingly circular—endlessly repeating basic concepts without providing actionable techniques or a genuine "playbook" as promised. Most telling is the QR code at the end that reveals the author's true mastery of dark psychology: it directs readers to leave five-star Amazon reviews in exchange for additional content.The extensive reference section initially appears scholarly, yet further investigation reveals another layer of manipulation. The author, "Roger Glenwood," has no discoverable background or credentials, raising questions about authenticity. The text's repetitive nature and formulaic structure strongly suggest AI-generated content built around the cited references.What we have is a brilliant, if ethically questionable, application of the very manipulation techniques it claims to teach. It uses basic marketing psychology to:1. Create perceived value ("9 books in 1!")2. Leverage the reciprocity principle (QR code "bonus" for positive reviews)3. Exploit cognitive biases that equate physical heft with intellectual valueAs a genuine resource on dark psychology, this book deserves one star. But as a case study in manipulative marketing and psychological influence tactics? It's ironically educational—just not in the way it promises.Save your money. There are numerous legitimate, substantive works on persuasion and psychological influence written by verifiable experts that deliver actual insights rather than merely demonstrating them through their marketing.Hats off to "Roger Glenwood”!

This book gives a clear look into manipulation, persuasion, and the darker side of human behavior. It’s not meant to teach you how to manipulate others, but rather to help you recognize when it's being done to you. The writing is simple and easy to follow, with real-life examples that make the concepts relatable!