Identity Thief is a true, short story by comedian/actress Rachel Rosenthal. I listened to the audiobook, which is read by Ms Rosenthal, and that just adds to the shock value of what happened to her. It’s so unbelievable you really would think that it was a fictional story. The fact that this actually really occurred to someone is crazy! The writing is quick paced and flows nicely. I found myself completely engaged with the story from the very first sentence until the very last. ( )

The This Can't Be Happening Collection from Audible/Amazon Originals gathers four stories about people getting through their worst personal moments with strength and determination. Identity Thief is the second story I have read in this collection. While I loved the story and was totally engaged from start to finish, it was difficult to get through. It broke my heart to hear about a young woman going through so much stress and hardship. In her early 20's, Rachel was the victim of identity theft and fraud. There were multiple unexplained charges and withdrawals on her bank accounts, mysterious calls from creditors, and checks disappearing from her apartment. When she discovered the truth about the situation, it almost destroyed her. Lovely story about a talented, strong, awesome woman.....but heart-breaking as well.

I listened to the audio book version of this story. At just over an hour, it's a quick, easy listen. Rachel Rosenthal reads her own story, so the emotion behind her performance is real. I have partial hearing loss, but was easily able to hear and understand the entire audio book.

Rosenthal is a comedian and improv performance artist. I've never seen her perform, but would love to experience her comedy now that I've heard about one of the darkest events in her life. All in all, a great story of a woman developing her own sense of self through determination and strength.

I'm enjoying this story collection so far. I'm definitely going to listen to the other two stories in this collection. Amazon Originals are a hit & miss thing for me sometimes....but this collection seems to be one I can dig into and enjoy.

On to the next! :) This is a great set of stories to listen to as I clean up/re-organize my house now that the holiday season is over and the new year has started. :) ( )

Identity Thief

I Picked Up This Book Because: Exploring Kindle Unlimited audio library

The Story:

Rachel is an amazing angel. Really before she discovered the breadth and width of the decet in her life she was still willing to work with him. To support and love him.
2. WHAT THE HELL. Her whole life was a lie. I see so clearly how she wondered down that hall and that she managed to recover from that is amazing.
Furthermore. I am stunned. SHOCKED. Yet I know my shock is nowhere near as deep as her own. I am glad to hear at the end that she has healed, that she is living a good life now, and that she was able to trust/love again.

The Random Thoughts:

I am really enjoying these little Original Shorts from Amazon. I hope they publish more of them in the future.

4 Stars ( )