Everyday Thieves: Five Short Stories

Every con begins with trust. Who do you trust?



Elizabeth Holmes. Bernie Madoff. Anna Delvay/Sorokin. These are the con artists that grab headlines, but the most dangerous con artists are the people we think we know best. This five-story collection explores what happens when ordinary deceptions hit close to home.

"Trust Account": A disgraced risk manager recalls the events leading to a $500,000 theft under her watch.

"For Richer or Poorer": A suspicious business opportunity tests a wife's loyalty to her husband.

"A Phone Scammer is Born": A young woman struggles between her wallet and her conscience as she works at a fraudulent call center.

"The Thief I Loved": An identity thief victim refuses to believe her generous, loving boyfriend may be the culprit.

"Side Hustle": A shady insurance salesman preying on a Chinese-American community receives an invitation for an even bigger score.