Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing (Hautboy Series Book 3) by Anne Berkeley

Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing

(Hautboy Series Book 3)

By Anne Berkeley

When Anne first gave me this book to read, I instantaneously fell in love. It started off all medical like, and in a hospital, and a musician, a big protective family, I just could not put it down. It was like no other book I had ever read, it had so much going for it.

Paisley and her beautiful violet hair, and her siblings who have names that all start with the letter P. Her brothers, who are all so protective. And Paisley’s current, but not for long: boyfriend: Henry.

I cannot help but love when Paisley catches the soon to be ex-boyfriend Henry in bed with ‘Hagatha’ um—I mean Agatha. I laughed so hard. And then, she takes his Hospital over coat, that has his phone in it, into the clothes chute. No one at the hospital can now reach him. Because of this stunt, sadly, Paisley, ends up reprimanded, and then fired.

Fortunately, she has money put away for a planned vacation, which she can now, not take.

To Paisley’s advantage, she has made an impression on the pregnant patient who is carrying Tate’s baby, and told to stay off her feet. She felt comfortable around Paisley. And because they already have one child, they feel that Paisley would be a perfect fit. And when a woman is pregnant, you try and keep her happy.

Jake Whalen is a member of the band, and he just seems to be toying with her emotions. And she is just not sure what it is he truly wants. She thinks she loves him, and she wants him to love her, and she can’t help herself when she is around him. She just melts, and cooperates with his every whim, even when she doesn’t want to.

Her brothers protest their relationship, but eventually they grow to liking him, and even get involved in the band themselves. Coop and Tate try to give Paisley their advice, and even try to talk some sense into Jake.

Eventually Jake is convinced he is truly in love with Paisley Shaw, and he wants to treat her as his queen. He wants to give her a night out on the town. He takes her on the plane, and attempts to sexually appease her needs on the plane, and because she is in fear, as to what could happen when ever they get where they are going, Paisley gets sick. Jake assures her, she has nothing to worry about. Paisley calms down, and the night continues, into complete and utter greatness…..

This is a beautiful and astounding five star book. I enjoyed this book, I laughed and I yelled a few times, and I even melted. There was so much happening in this book, I was completely entertained. And then the end of the book just made it even better. I loved every minute of this book, “Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing” is worth reading over and over again! I loved it, and I loved being introduced to Miss Berkeley as well! She truly loves to keep the reader on the edge of their seats wanting and needing more! She is an excellent writer!

My Questions for Anne:

1. What made you write this book and how long did it take?

“Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing” took me approximately nine months.  Though it was released one year after “Breaking the Habit”.  I wish I could write faster, but with working full time, my commute,  and having a house to keep doesn’t allow the creative time I need. I refuse to slap a story together for the sake of a quicker release. I’m meticulous with my dialog, and there’s a lot of it.  So if it takes a bit longer to publish, so be it. I won’t skimp quality for numbers.

“Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing” was a bit of a challenge for me.  I’m shy and a bit of an introvert. Having people read my work is extremely nerve racking.  I really pushed my comfort zone with a few scenes in this book, those of coughcough sexual coughcough nature. Lol. Not that I think my other books aren’t racy enough, but Jake had certain predilections, especially when it came to Paisley. And let’s face it, repetition is boring.

2. Do you have any photos or descriptions of these characters?

Yes and no.  I always shop for inspiration so that I can visualize my characters. They might not always end up as the final characters, but fairly close. Unfortunately, the stock sites don’t always have the perfect image, so I try to make do.  My Paisley is a stock image, but I was unable to find the original image and I couldn’t use it without purchasing the license. Jake, he was all in my head. I have an image of him, but could find nothing close.

3. Out of this book, who is your favorite character?

I could never pick just one.  I love all of them, including the villains. I have side stories planed out for all of them, at least a basic plot. Are they redeemable? Will Marshall ever find his match? What will Levy be like when he’s an adult? Whatever happened to Garrison?  Matthew, who you barely know, I have something tragic planned for him. Maybe I’ll do a spin off on the security team. ;)

4. What drives you to write these books, I mean they are so in depth, and sexy, and romantic, you can't put them down. I simply admire your work. So what is it that drives you to write these amazing stories for us, your fans and readers?

I’m a notorious daydreamer, to a fault.  I really need to focus at times to keep my mind on my task at hand.  With all the ideas floating around my head, I decided to put them down on paper. I started writing as a challenge to myself, just to see if I could do it. It’s really my reader comments that keep me going. That said, I savor my reviews, even the star ratings. 

5. What are you currently working on? And will it leave us wanting more?

I have two projects at the moment.  The last book of the Hautboy series.  Carter, of course. I’ll be taking my time with this one, no doubt. He needs to be perfect. I’m channeling my inner smart ass.  Lot of fast paced music playing in the background for this one to keep the momentum going.

My second, is the last book of the Wild Hunt Series. Unfortunately, I’ve been having some major PC issues lately. I lost my 40,000 page start of the novel. Fortunately, a friend had a copy on her kindle and she’s been sending me screen shots so that I can retype it.

6. Do you visualize as you write your books, and/or do you become any of your characters?

My characters are much braver than I am. They’re more outgoing. Don’t get me wrong, once I get to know someone, I’m a little more open, but on first impressions, I’m a watcher, taking everything in, sizing everyone up.  Once I’m a little more comfortable, that’s when my sarcasm comes out. It can tend to get you in trouble if your acquaintances don’t have a sense of humor. So, yes to both accounts. I tend to use first person as my point of view. I get a better feel for my characters.

7. Did you do any research for this book? I am asking because you referenced a lot of medical terms and hospital information, and I found that your terminology was spot on. So I can't help but wonder!

Um, yes, I did a lot of reading online about nursing. If I was unsure, I asked Danielle Renee. But I always go a bit overboard when doing research. Shit’s interesting. Lol. I have an extensive list of links in my favorites on my browser for each book. Sometimes I’ll do hours of reading and end up with one sentence. I always think it’s worth it, though. I think of it as a learning experience.

8. What all education have you had?

High school degree, but I’m sort of the jack of all trades. I went to school for Landscape design/horticulture/floriculture, and cosmetology. My passion was always with art. What design work I do in Photoshop is self taught. I sold digital art a few years back for digital scrapbook sites. Even now, I do my own cover art and make my own swag. I crave creativity and feel stunted without it.

9. What can you suggest to anyone wanting to become a writer? Do you think it is an easy job?

Not easy at all. At times,it’s a second job. I try really hard to keep in mind that I do it for fun.  If I make a job out of it, I won’t enjoy it anymore. So I try not to sweat the small stuff. I don’t count on the income, so if it’s not there, I won’t be disappointed. The fact is, most of the income I’ve made since I started, I invest back into expenses like my Office and Adobe subscriptions, stock photo sites, editing, signing events, swag, postage, and advertising. 

That said, it can be a lot of fun.  You meet great people. And when you get a good review, there’s nothing better.

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Thank you!

Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing by Anne Berkeley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

When Anne first gave me this book to read, I instantaneously fell in love. It started off all medical like, and in a hospital, and a musician, a big protective family, I just could not put it down. It was like no other book I had ever read, it had so much going for it.

Paisley and her beautiful violet hair, and her siblings who have names that all start with the letter P. Her brothers, who are all so protective. And Paisley’s current, but not for long: boyfriend: Henry.

I cannot help but love when Paisley catches the soon to be ex-boyfriend Henry in bed with ‘Hagatha’ um—I mean Agatha. I laughed so hard. And then, she takes his Hospital over coat, that has his phone in it, into the clothes chute. No one at the hospital can now reach him. Because of this stunt, sadly, Paisley, ends up reprimanded, and then fired.

Fortunately, she has money put away for a planned vacation, which she can now, not take.

To Paisley’s advantage, she has made an impression on the pregnant patient who is carrying Tate’s baby, and told to stay off her feet. She felt comfortable around Paisley. And because they already have one child, they feel that Paisley would be a perfect fit. And when a woman is pregnant, you try and keep her happy.

Jake Whalen is a member of the band, and he just seems to be toying with her emotions. And she is just not sure what it is he truly wants. She thinks she loves him, and she wants him to love her, and she can’t help herself when she is around him. She just melts, and cooperates with his every whim, even when she doesn’t want to.

Her brothers protest their relationship, but eventually they grow to liking him, and even get involved in the band themselves. Coop and Tate try to give Paisley their advice, and even try to talk some sense into Jake.

Eventually Jake is convinced he is truly in love with Paisley Shaw, and he wants to treat her as his queen. He wants to give her a night out on the town. He takes her on the plane, and attempts to sexually appease her needs on the plane, and because she is in fear, as to what could happen when ever they get where they are going, Paisley gets sick. Jake assures her, she has nothing to worry about. Paisley calms down, and the night continues, into complete and utter greatness…..

This is a beautiful and astounding five star book. I enjoyed this book, I laughed and I yelled a few times, and I even melted. There was so much happening in this book, I was completely entertained. And then the end of the book just made it even better. I loved every minute of this book, “Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing” is worth reading over and over again! I loved it, and I loved being introduced to Miss Berkeley as well! She truly loves to keep the reader on the edge of their seats wanting and needing more! She is an excellent writer!

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A Red Dress for Christmas by Erzabet Bishop

A Red Dress for Christmas

By: Erzabet Bishop

In the beginning Cecilia and Neil would always have time for fun and games. And I do mean the exceptional get down and kinky kind.

For instance- While the business is still open, having mad passionate sex on the glass wall. Imagine the risk, and how that must’ve felt. The adrenaline, the excitement, the build up, and yes even the love.

After getting used to all of this passion and romance, Cecily became addicted. It wasn’t just for the fun, and the love it anymore, she literally needed it, and depended on it.

Then Neil lands a new job with demanding hours, a big work load, and no time for or to himself. He is always going out with clients after hours, and has no time for the love of his life.

Cecily tries sending Neil teasing selfies. Those only cause annoying problems for Neil. Now Cecily must take care of herself. So disappointingly, she puts on a sexy red dress, some tinsel and takes yet more selfies, and then as she decides to handle herself, her dom decides to give her the Christmas wish of her dreams!

This book “A Red Dress for Christmas” was everything you would want and expect from Erzabet and more. The story is so hot and dreamy, and creamy, you will not be able to put it down. When Erzabet let me read this book, I was excited, in so many ways. This is a five star read, and it will be the read of your dreams. If you love sweet, erotic, romance, you will love every moment of this book. Cecilia and Neil have a truly loving relationship, and time and Neils job just managed to get into the way of what they were used to. We can all relate to this. But I truly love how this book makes for a delightful dream come true kind of Christmas wish, sex under the tree, kind of- everything you would ever want, sexual fantasy. I was just so in love with this book, and every step it took. I loved everything about this book, just as I am sure you will!

Here are my questions for Miss Bishop:

1. What made you write this book?

I wanted to show how sometimes things can get a little stagnant in long term relationships when life gets in the way. That the feelings we all have are normal, and the sexy things our spouses/partners do to remind us of our commitment are the icing on the cake.


2. The cover art by Jay Aheer are those exactly how Cecily and Neil look?

I think she did a marvelous job. Spot on.


3. Did you fantasize any of this story while writing it?

Yes. Most of my stories are little naughty interludes in my mind. A sort of what if scenario if you will.

4. How long did this book take to write?

I worked on it off and on for a few months. It wasn't one I sat down and wrote from beginning to end in a single sitting, even though it is a short piece.

5. What was your favorite book that you have ever read- even as a Child?

Oh wow. I have so many. I was raised to love books and as soon as I could I got a job in a book store and have worked at one ever since. I loved Bunnincula in particular when I was a child.


6. What are you working on now?

I am working on several deadlines at the moment. There is a story for a box set coming out in March that I am wrapping up now, along with some works due in the spring.

7. What are your hobbies?

I love to read, bake (when I get my oven back), play with my furry kids, crochet and knit and stitch.

8. Have you ever met any famous Authors?

Yes. I stood next to Stephanie Meyer when she came to town because of a prom I did during the Twilight craze. I've also met Joy Preble, Christie Craig and a number of romance authors at RWA meetings in the Houston area and in the bookstore where I am a manager.

9. How long have you been writing?

I've been writing since I was a child but it is only now that I am taking it with the serious nature of the career I want it to become.


10. Have you ever had writers block?

Yes. It sucks. If I take a nap it passes and if not, I give it a few days to clear my head and get back to it. For me it helps to have more than one project to work on at once so if I get a momentary block on one thing I can move to the next thing.


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A Red Dress for Christmas by Erzabet Bishop
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In the beginning Cecilia and Neil would always have time for fun and games. And I do mean the exceptional get down and kinky kind.

For instance- While the business is still open, having mad passionate sex on the glass wall. Imagine the risk, and how that must’ve felt. The adrenaline, the excitement, the build up, and yes even the love.

After getting used to all of this passion and romance, Cecily became addicted. It wasn’t just for the fun, and the love it anymore, she literally needed it, and depended on it.

Then Neil lands a new job with demanding hours, a big work load, and no time for or to himself. He is always going out with clients after hours, and has no time for the love of his life.

Cecily tries sending Neil teasing selfies. Those only cause annoying problems for Neil. Now Cecily must take care of herself. So disappointingly, she puts on a sexy red dress, some tinsel and takes yet more selfies, and then as she decides to handle herself, her dom decides to give her the Christmas wish of her dreams!

This book “A Red Dress for Christmas” was everything you would want and expect from Erzabet and more. The story is so hot and dreamy, and creamy, you will not be able to put it down. When Erzabet let me read this book, I was excited, in so many ways. This is a five star read, and it will be the read of your dreams. If you love sweet, erotic, romance, you will love every moment of this book. Cecilia and Neil have a truly loving relationship, and time and Neils job just managed to get into the way of what they were used to. We can all relate to this. But I truly love how this book makes for a delightful dream come true kind of Christmas wish, sex under the tree, kind of- everything you would ever want, sexual fantasy. I was just so in love with this book, and every step it took. I loved everything about this book, just as I am sure you will!

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Hacked Again by Scott N. Schober

Hacked Again

By: Scott N. Schober

I found Scott Schober and the details of his book “Hacked Again” by way of Twitter. And it caught my eye, especially when I noticed, directly under the title it read: “It can happen to anyone even a cybersecurity expert.” Okay, now I was totally looking over the details of this book cover to cover, and even made an attempt to contact Scott, and gave him the details of my blog. 

He responded, and said he would love to have me read and review his book. And then he asked for my address. I was like what? My home address? Now I was even more excited, because not very often does someone want to send out a real life paperback anymore, least wise without making you enter contests, do this, that, and you know—work for it. Needless to say, I gave him my address and anxiously awaited the arrival of my book of knowledge. 

Once the book came, the first thing I noticed about it, was Scott made a glossary. Now that was intriguing. For those of us who aren’t experts, and wonder what a ‘pen test’ is, he explains. I am one who had no idea what one is. And in case you don’t know, I will explain since I did bring it up to those of you following along. 

Definition of a pen test: A colloquial term for penetration test or penetration testing. If you still don’t know, don’t be alarmed. There is no quiz in this review, or in the book, I promise. LOL

Anyway, I read this book cover to cover, twice honestly. I wanted to be certain I caught a few things, in case I missed something.

You see, Scott Schober is a CEO of one of the top wireless security firms. No, that isn’t where or how he started, but through the thick of it, it is how he learned and grew, and even learned. Those who create mayhem, hack, create bugs and viruses, and even cyber attack, and cyber bully people and companies, are internet criminals. Some get caught, and some don’t. These people live on the dark web, and victimize anyone and everyone without a care in the world.

Scott Schober has even been victimized, not once, but several times. You may think that just because someone is a security expert that they know the ins and outs, and that this kind of things doesn’t happen to them, but guess what?! It does. You go to bed one night with thousands and wake up the next in the hole. Where did it all go? What happened? Where did he go wrong? 

Through watching and learning, Scott sets up accounts, watches, learns, and educates himself. He changes banking institutions, and even checks into their own employees, and data entry, and more. But still, the only place he feels his money is safe, is in his own hands, or even in his mattress. Scott is learning banks are not the safest place for his money. 

Scott researches, he learns even more of hacks and breaches. There are several banks, (I am not going to mention them in this, for their protection, and mine.) who have issues. These banks seem to know they have issues, but yet do nothing, because they are big enough to what? (My question here? Big enough to what? Not care? It’s a write off? What?)

Banks hire employees, run credit checks, and do everything they can to make sure your money is safe. Your money is also FDIC protected, which means it is insured.

When hackers gain access to your money, and the bank has to replace it, obviously it must be quick and easy, because I personally have had it happen several times, and without question it was replaced in two days with one bank, and twenty four hours with another. The one banks fraud department was already aware of the case, that one was the case that was going on already, the twenty four hour one, saying others had already filed. The other, the two day one, I provided my info, and they claimed they had to investigate. The longest I have ever had to wait myself, for a fraud claim was a week. I have never had a fraud claim denied, ever. This to me, is sad and pathetic.

The fraud departments, which were added, because of hackers, and the dark web, were created because of these Criminals, and sure- it’s making more jobs for the unemployed. (For now, until that goes robotic.) But these things are all being added, and more things keep being added to banks because of hackers, and the internet, and crime, and criminals. So honestly- will our money ever be safe again?

Long ago I watched a movie, or maybe a TV show. I can’t remember what or which it was. But there internet, and electronic devices, and the web, everything went out, like it was back to the dark ages. Those that didn’t have their money out of the machines, were screwed. Meaning, if you had no cash in hand, you had no money- period. And a lot of people believe that. When they were promising us that the year 2000, or 2001- you know the millennium was going to cause the world to end, or some kind of problems for us, some expected the computers to stop working then. Because of issues like this, yes. There are many people who do have cash in hand, and are prepared. This is a wise suggestion, as you will see, when you read Scott’s book. It is better to be a little prepared, then not at all.

This book "Hacked Again" looks at ways to protect your monies, ways things can happen, and even explained how it did happen to Scott Schober, a professional cybersecurity expert. This book will enlighten you, make you wonder, and then make you rethink your possibilities. You will be glad that you read it, and you will want to share it with others, so they can learn, and be informed as well. It is a five star read, very educational, and informative. The book in itself, "Hacked Again" will teach you things, even if it is only one thing, I promise you it will be one thing you did not know. I am glad I read it, and this book will never be dusty, because I will always go through it, and check things out in it every so often, and share it and its info with others. You truly need to get your copy of “Hacked Again” if you haven’t already, you won’t regret it, in this day and age, trust me.

 

Here is Scott with his awards that he has earned

Before I ask my questions to Scott, I wanted to warn you the readers, that my questions will seem a little more in depth than usual, because I too, have been hacked. So my questions may seem a little more personal, but I wanted to really let you see, and know what it is like, to be “Hacked Again”.

On that note, here are my questions for Scott:

1. My husband and I have also dealt with BOA. Originally, we are from Akron, Ohio. They were first known as Charter One there. And while they were Charter One, we were even having problems with them. Once they became BOA, the problems became even more intense. My question to you is this: Is it just that banking systems are easy to hack, or is it that BOA is/was an easy target?

Many banks have been targeted and hacked for the past few years.  Most notably was JP Morgan/Chase that I discuss in the book. In 2015 Bank of America was under multiple attacks by hackers.  The hackers created a mirror image of the BOA’s web site and from a phishing attack re-directed customers to a ‘fake’ BOA site that looked 100% legit. They would they would be re-directed the fake site would ask to verify their account information.  After they entered their account info they would be re-directed again to a site that asked for their personal information (i.e. Address, password, DoB, and answers to three security challenge questions). All of this looked as though the bank was asking this but it was really the hackers. 

Lately there have been numerous hacks to smaller regional banks as hackers have realized that larger banks are spending significant dollars to stop hackers and the smaller banks can’t afford to spend as much on advanced threat detection systems that can thwart attacks.

2. My second question still goes along with question one, do you think that BOA is just insecure, or do you think that all banks are just easy targets?

I think BOA as well as many banks like JPMC, CititBank…. have all had to heavily invest in cyber security monitoring tools, realtime threat detection tools and internal training top down so everyone within the organization is on high alert.   I recently talked to the president of a smaller regional bank and asked him his personal opinion as how safe are banks today and his response was: " No bank is 100% secure” which I can believe. 

3. As with you, we switched from BOA because we lost a lot of funds. And it didn't stop happening no matter what we did. And this was our personal checking account. This was before online banking. How was it 'then' so easy to do these kinds of things to people?

There are numerous ways that hackers can get your funds.  Credit card can be compromised (most common is where hackers install skimmers at gas pumps, or scan your card when it is out of your site).  Debit Cards there are many bluetooth skimmers that are inserted into physical ATM machines that can compromise your mag stripe data and pin hole micro cameras to see your PIN as it is typed.  Many thieves will hack into banks, monitor tellers transactions, and they transfer money out of one account to another using the tellers credentials.  

 

Scott speaking in public

4. What is the best advise that you can give to anyone, in business and in life, to keep their bank accounts secure?

If you can keep your personal finance simple it is easier to monitor and protect.  If you have (1) credit card you can easily monitor activity and you can also call and tell your credit card company to monitor and set limits (i.e. if any transactions are ever done over $500 please do not put through and call me first).  Having 2+ credit cards is very challenging to monitor and catch fraudulent charges.  It is essential to report anything suspicious immediately to your bank so no further funds can be stolen. 

Do not use debit cards.  The cyber thieves are taking money out of your account directly and it takes longer to get the funds back.  You must report any compromises immediately as well.

5. My Aunt and my Father insist that the computers and the internet are tools of the Devil, and will destroy us. Do you agree with this terminology?

My opinion is there is good and bad with all technology and it is really how you use technology in a positive balanced way.  There will always be unsavory individuals who will sell illicit items in the dark web (i.e. drugs, firearms, child pornography…) as well as on the internet in general.

6. If you could explain the internet to someone who had never heard of it, you know someone who just climbed out the dark ages, how would you explain it to them?

The Internet is a system of interconnected computers around the globe allow billions of devices to interconnect.  The internet allows individuals, businesses, education, and government to freely communicate.  The internet is where you can go to get directions, information, photos, videos, music, news and everything and anything you can imagine.

7. Since you have written this book, have you learned anything new?

I continue to learn everyday, especially through the feedback from my readers.  I was amazed how many people upon reading Hacked Again have reached out to me to share their own nightmares of being hacked.  Many readers reached out to asking for further advice which I am always happy to share. 

8. Have you ever had any issues with cyber bullying or cyber attacks?

I have had several notorious hackers that have ‘cyber bullied’ me on twitter and LinkedIn.  For the most part I try to ignore them.  They have tried to belittle me and are frustrated that I share tips to help people keep safe so it is somewhat flattering.  When they escalate the cyber bullying to threats and improper language I simply block them and report them.

9. Do you think social media is too revealing and people are too forth coming with their lives and secrets?

Absolutely, as you can socially engine most internet users password, security challenge questions with the basic information they post on various social media sites.  I always encourage people to limit the amount of information that you put out there.  If you feel the desire to put your birthday on LinkedIn, why not lie.  Why tell everyone what high school you attended? Why not make make the cyber thieves have a challenge with incorrect information posted on social media when they are trying to hack your account.

10. What do you think is the safest bank, or is there one?

My mattress, cash is king.  I limit the use of one credit card that I use.  I also write on the back where the signature ‘CHECK ID BEFORE RUNNING’ so most of the time I will be asked for ID.  This is useful if I ever have my card stolen and a merchant will ask for ID and the cyber thief will not succeed. 

11. What is the actual safest way to handle our money?

I recommend keeping a small stash of cash hidden at home that you use to pay daily incidental expenses (i.e. gas, food…)   This is helpful to minimize what you spend when you have to reach into your wallet for each purpose.  I suggest the use of one credit card so you can monitor closely all transactions.  I am a believer if you can’t afford it - don’t buy it. 

12. Please provide for us your book links, and social media links:

www.hackedagain.com

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@ScottBVS

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Hacked Again by Scott N Schober
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I found Scott Schober and the details of his book “Hacked Again” by way of Twitter. And it caught my eye, especially when I noticed, directly under the title it read: “It can happen to anyone even a cybersecurity expert.” Okay, now I was totally looking over the details of this book cover to cover, and even made an attempt to contact Scott, and gave him the details of my blog.

He responded, and said he would love to have me read and review his book. And then he asked for my address. I was like what? My home address? Now I was even more excited, because not very often does someone want to send out a real life paperback anymore, least wise without making you enter contests, do this, that, and you know—work for it. Needless to say, I gave him my address and anxiously awaited the arrival of my book of knowledge.

Once the book came, the first thing I noticed about it, was Scott made a glossary. Now that was intriguing. For those of us who aren’t experts, and wonder what a ‘pen test’ is, he explains. I am one who had no idea what one is. And in case you don’t know, I will explain since I did bring it up to those of you following along.

Definition of a pen test: A colloquial term for penetration test or penetration testing. If you still don’t know, don’t be alarmed. There is no quiz in this review, or in the book, I promise. LOL

Anyway, I read this book cover to cover, twice honestly. I wanted to be certain I caught a few things, in case I missed something.

You see, Scott Schober is a CEO of one of the top wireless security firms. No, that isn’t where or how he started, but through the thick of it, it is how he learned and grew, and even learned. Those who create mayhem, hack, create bugs and viruses, and even cyber attack, and cyber bully people and companies, are internet criminals. Some get caught, and some don’t. These people live on the dark web, and victimize anyone and everyone without a care in the world.

Scott Schober has even been victimized, not once, but several times. You may think that just because someone is a security expert that they know the ins and outs, and that this kind of things doesn’t happen to them, but guess what?! It does. You go to bed one night with thousands and wake up the next in the hole. Where did it all go? What happened? Where did he go wrong?

Through watching and learning, Scott sets up accounts, watches, learns, and educates himself. He changes banking institutions, and even checks into their own employees, and data entry, and more. But still, the only place he feels his money is safe, is in his own hands, or even in his mattress. Scott is learning banks are not the safest place for his money.

Scott researches, he learns even more of hacks and breaches. There are several banks, (I am not going to mention them in this, for their protection, and mine.) who have issues. These banks seem to know they have issues, but yet do nothing, because they are big enough to what? (My question here? Big enough to what? Not care? It’s a write off? What?)

Banks hire employees, run credit checks, and do everything they can to make sure your money is safe. Your money is also FDIC protected, which means it is insured.

When hackers gain access to your money, and the bank has to replace it, obviously it must be quick and easy, because I personally have had it happen several times, and without question it was replaced in two days with one bank, and twenty four hours with another. The one banks fraud department was already aware of the case, that one was the case that was going on already, the twenty four hour one, saying others had already filed. The other, the two day one, I provided my info, and they claimed they had to investigate. The longest I have ever had to wait myself, for a fraud claim was a week. I have never had a fraud claim denied, ever. This to me, is sad and pathetic.

The fraud departments, which were added, because of hackers, and the dark web, were created because of these Criminals, and sure- it’s making more jobs for the unemployed. (For now, until that goes robotic.) But these things are all being added, and more things keep being added to banks because of hackers, and the internet, and crime, and criminals. So honestly- will our money ever be safe again?

Long ago I watched a movie, or maybe a TV show. I can’t remember what or which it was. But there internet, and electronic devices, and the web, everything went out, like it was back to the dark ages. Those that didn’t have their money out of the machines, were screwed. Meaning, if you had no cash in hand, you had no money- period. And a lot of people believe that. When they were promising us that the year 2000, or 2001- you know the millennium was going to cause the world to end, or some kind of problems for us, some expected the computers to stop working then. Because of issues like this, yes. There are many people who do have cash in hand, and are prepared. This is a wise suggestion, as you will see, when you read Scott’s book. It is better to be a little prepared, then not at all.

This book "Hacked Again" looks at ways to protect your monies, ways things can happen, and even explained how it did happen to Scott Schober, a professional cybersecurity expert. This book will enlighten you, make you wonder, and then make you rethink your possibilities. You will be glad that you read it, and you will want to share it with others, so they can learn, and be informed as well. It is a five star read, very educational, and informative. The book in itself, "Hacked Again" will teach you things, even if it is only one thing, I promise you it will be one thing you did not know. I am glad I read it, and this book will never be dusty, because I will always go through it, and check things out in it every so often, and share it and its info with others. You truly need to get your copy of “Hacked Again” if you haven’t already, you won’t regret it, in this day and age, trust me.




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