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Diary of a Romance Scam: When Swiping Right Goes Wrong
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Biographies GeneralCriminologyTrue Crime
ISBN13: 9781662962844
Publisher: Gatekeeper Press
Published: Jul 11 2025
Pages: 356
Weight: 1.05
Height: 0.79 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
When Beth Hyland swiped right, she thought she had found love. Instead, she found herself ensnared in a sophisticated web of deception-one that would not only shake her trust but threaten her financial and emotional well-being. Diary of a Romance Scam is a raw, courageous, and eye-opening account of how expertly trained criminals manipulate, groom, and exploit victims in ways that mirror the coercive control seen in domestic abuse.
This is not just a story of loss but one of survival, resilience, and transformation. As Beth bravely unpacks the intricate psychological tactics used against her, she also shines a light on the devastating stigma that keeps so many victims silent. Society must understand that these scams are not simply about giving money to strangers-they are calculated, deeply personal betrayals that thrive in the shadows of shame and victim-blaming. To break the cycle, we must listen to survivors like Beth, amplify their voices, and demand systemic change.
Beth's journey from victim to advocate is a testament to the strength that can emerge from even the darkest experiences. Her story is not only a warning-it's an essential educational tool that exposes the brutal reality of romance fraud and urges us all to take it seriously. This book is a powerful call to action, challenging us to replace judgment with empathy and ignorance with awareness.
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