My Friend Anna

Rachel DeLoache Williams, author of this *New York Times* bestselling and TIME's 100 Best Books of the Year memoir, delivers her astonishing firsthand story of Anna Delvey—the fake heiress who conned New York's elite and betrayed a friend. Drawn into Anna’s extravagant world by lavish spending and claims of immense wealth, Rachel found herself entangled in a luxurious life. The illusion shattered during a "dream trip" to Marrakech, where Anna's credit cards failed, leaving Rachel to cover over $62,000 in expenses. As repayment promises unraveled, Rachel uncovered Anna's extensive trail of deception. Seeking justice, Rachel collaborated with authorities, playing a key role in exposing Anna as one of the decade's most infamous con artists. This immersive memoir offers a personal account of fraud, privilege, and the seductive power of ambition.

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