ONLINE DATING FRAUD IS THE LARGEST SCAM IN THE UNITED STATES. It affects men and women. The author was a victim of online dating fraud, losing thousands of dollars to one individual in less than six months. These scammers are professional in the business and seek women and men who are innocently vulnerable. The book grabs your interest immediately as the author shares her story of how her early life 1and years to follow put her in a position of fallen prey to these cruel scammers. The step by step journey that takes place is obvious to someone who has experienced this or studied the sequence the scammer follows. But to the victim it is a very real experience of innocently seeking a relationship. Loneliness following a death or divorce is often the major reason for seeking online companionship. The scammer knows this and wisely works their way to the heart of the victim. The book reveals the sequence of events followed by many evil scammers. The author also points out the "RED FLAGS" to watch for in going on line with any dating company. Checking for stolen identity of the scammer is vital. You will discover several warning signs to watch for and agencies to reach out to for help. This not only is a book you will find riveting with shocking information and suspense, but informative to help yourself or a friend you may want to nudge into assistance. Being scammed, brings the victim to her knees in guilt, shame and a feeling of stupidity. This book was written to help others from becoming a victim of these horrible people so willing to hurt others.