My thanks to Unbound Publishers and NetGalley for a copy of “ Keane Reeves Is Not In Love With You “ for an honest review.
I was really drawn in by the title of this book .At first i thought it would just be a light weight humorous book.and while it is very amusing ,it is also very informative.
I think most people can identify with the sorts of scam emails we receive , but it is very shocking how much some people’s lives can be affected by them .
I loved Becky Holmes’ style of writing and this was well worth the read

The amount of salacious headlines about romance fraud meant I was so interested in reading this book and it did not disappoint. I really enjoyed both the great tone of humour throughout, balanced with the dark heartbreaking stories of victims' being conned. As there isn't much out there about these scams, it does feel important that there is a guide to spotting them, but I can appreciate other reviewers feeling the message is lost in the humour. I didn't personally find that, as I cackled at the interactions with the scammers, but she could probably send invoices to them for time wasted as retribution to be honest and that would feel a fair outcome to me. For the victims, I ended the book both deeply moved by the colossal sense of loneliness, heartbreak, disappointment and shame, as this really puts a human side to those duped. We can only hope that by getting these important messages out there, that at least one person doesn't fall prey to these despicable predators and that institutions improve to protect them.

Keanu Reeves is Not in Love With You is both a very funny and very empathetic look at romance fraud. I find the author very entertaining in the way she deals with scammers online and the way she writes about her encounters in this book but she also take the issue incredibly seriously and includes stories of people whose lives have been turned upside down by scammers. These stories were scary to read, how easily we can all be caught out by what appears to be a friendly person on social media. The book also traces where some of these scammers are from and how they go about engaging people in the scam, and the lengths they will go to to keep a victim ensnared. I found this book engaging to read, it was lighthearted but also eye-opening. I recommend it.

This is such a great book. I would advise against reading this book in public, as I learned to my cost. Becky has you laughing out loud with her interactions with the superstars sliding into her DM's. Her writing style is fresh, funny and honest. Sharing stories of people who have fallen foul of the worst side of social media, Becky raises awareness of scams in a very non judgemental way. I was really sad to come to the end of the book, thank goodness for her twitter ( ok X ) feed. All in all this is a brilliant read, filled with the the very best mix of humour and serious warnings about the romance scams that are out there. I learned a lot without realising I was learning. I cannot recommend this book enough.

This book delves into the romance scams on social media, where imposters exploit trust to swindle money. The first part of the book features Becky’s initial interactions with her would-be deceivers, turning the tables on them and generally winding them up.

The book outlines the typical scam lifecycle: initiating contact on social media, fostering a connection, escalating demands and psychological manipulation, including hostility when challenged. The case studies, while distressing, demonstrate the perils of our digital era and the lack of uniform protective measures from institutions.

The author attempts a delicate balance between humour and gravity. This blend results in a writing style that, over time, may not be to everyone's taste.

Hilarious books. Hits close to home because an elderly person I know got scammed. Thanks for this one.
Thanks to author, publisher and Netgalley for the chance to read this book. While I got the book for free it had no bearing on the rating I gave it,

This book was hilarious! Becky Holmes is super sarcastic in her inventive ways that she replies to the scammers and trolls online. The message exchanges were my favourite! The other parts of the book, didn't quite hit the mark for me - the highlights were definitely the screenshots.
I think the book also tried to have a bit of a moral tale to tell, it tried to add some heart - but I really don't think it needed it, and I hate to say - think it would have been more enjoyable without it.
Keep to the funny!

This book was quite funny in points, made me laugh out loud.

It does bring to light some issues that I was mildly aware of, but it highlighted how prolific this issue is.

Quite shocking really.

Many thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for gifting me this arc in exchange for an honest, unbiased review.

I’ve been following Becky Holmes on Twitter for some time so was delighted to see this book being published. Along with her funny replies to the scammers this book also talks about the dark side of this horrible fraud and the effect it’s had on the victims. Definitely recommended but you may never trust anyone online again.

Thanks to Netgalley for the preview copy in return for a review.

Becky Holmes does a fantastic job of approaching the topic of romance fraud for readers new to the subject. She explores the Who, What, When, Where, and Why in quick chapters while sprinkling in real life examples (both personal and public). This is definitely an important read with the rise of social media and online dating, both of which are hotbeds of fake profiles and vulnerable people.

I liked that Holmes spent some time exploring the and Who and Why behind the scammers. Who is most likely to be drawn into the business of romance fraud? Why? What environmental factors are in place that allowing online scammers to thrive? It definitely seemed biased (you knew exactly where Holmes stood on the opinion of scammers) but it was still informative.

This book had a very distinct voice that lends itself well to audiobooks. I wish I'd been able to listen to this as well as read it because I think it would've enhanced the experience. Because it was written in such an informal tone, I think that listening to it would feel like you're sitting with Holmes while she explains her most recent research while reading it in print made it feel even more informal than it already was (especially once you reach further chapters about sextortion and pig-butchering scams). There were maybe a couple too many cheeky comments and jokes, but that's just personal preference.

Thank you to NetGalley and Unbound Publishing for the chance to ARC read this novel.

What a remarkable read! Becky Holmes has crafted a masterpiece that seamlessly blends humor, education, and profound reflection. As someone who typically avoids non-fiction, I took a chance on this book after a recommendation, and I'm immensely grateful that I did.

Holmes skillfully navigates the complex world of romance fraud, intertwining factual insights with her own amusing encounters with scammers and poignant accounts from victims. It's a rare gem that can make you laugh out loud one moment and then bring tears to your eyes the next.

I've been eagerly recommending this book to all my friends, as it not only raises awareness about a crucial issue but also empowers readers to recognize and address it. Thanks to this eye-opening journey, I now feel equipped to support friends who may be experiencing similar situations. Thank you, Becky Holmes, for this enlightening and empowering work.

This is a first for me by the author and one I enjoyed and I would read more of their work. The book cover is eye-catching and appealing and would spark my interest if in a bookshop. Thank you to the author, publisher and Netgalley for this ARC.

I was thrilled to get this ARC as I am a big fan of the author on twitter. For some reason I thought it would be mainly comedy but I got that wrong.

I think that this book will sadly be very useful in todays age of boys and scams and I hope that this book finds people at risk of romance fraud.

I loved this book! I was drawn to it after recent experiences with online dating, and because I watched the Tinder Swindler on Netflix and was amazed at what some of these con men get away with.

It was definitely an education. I do wish I'd read it before online dating. It would have saved me so much time! Thankfully I never parted with any money but some of the guys I spoke to definitely followed some of the scripts mentioned in this book. I think it's a must read for anyone looking to connect with others online.

Despite the subject matter (it's sad reading about women who were conned out of tens of thousands of pounds) Becky managed to keep the book very light hearted and funny. Her replies to the scammers who contacted her are hilarious! I need to follow her Twitter account for sure.

I saw Becky Holmes on Twitter speaking about scammers and this book and what initially seemed to be a quick, funny read was actually a thoughtful and devastating read about how smart internet scams are and the way they can ruin lives.

Funny, informed and heartfelt this was a real eye opener.

Thanks to #Netgalley for this one

I am not sure what type of audience it is aimed for..
Anyone who's been to the dating scene has experienced all this before, if not more..
I didn't find it funny, amusing or entertaining at all. The sense of humour of the author wasn't my cup of tea.
Endless screenshots of messages were just boring, I don't see who would enjoy reading them. Also the fact that someone has pictures of themselves on the boat, at the airport, in the helicopter etc. at the ready is highly unlikely.
Overall I found it very uninteresting and lacking purpose. 
If online romance scam/fraud is something you want to watch/read about, the Tinder Swindler story is much more interesting than this.

I follow Becky on Twitter and remember some of the "celebrities pilots and soldiers ' that declared their on dying love for her, All these men were attempting to fraudulently take money from Becky, Becky also meets with some women who have had money stolen from them online., Their stories are so sad, and show how people can fall in love so easily be coerced into sending money to someone they never met, It is so awful to read these stories. I really enjoyed this book encourage everyone to read it,

I am so sorry but this just was not for me :( But a massive thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an advanced copy

This book had me laughing out loud so much. Keanu Reeves is Not in Love With You is an exploration into online romance scams. It’s hilarious and informative, while also pulling on your heart-strings as you read accounts of real-life victims.

I loved Becky Holmes’ humor. She writes in a way that is entertaining so that the information sticks with you. I would recommend this book to anyone who goes online, whether you’ve encountered a romance scam yourself or have ever gotten an unsolicited friend request or message from someone that was too good to be true.

There is much to be done to combat these cyber crimes and I hope that Holmes’ book is a first step in compelling a greater response.

Thank you to NetGalley, Unbound, and the author Becky Holmes for the ARC of this book!

This was really funny and made me laugh out loud. It's talking about real experiences, the type of things we've all read about in the newspapers, but also looking at how people get sucked into it all. Eye opening in areas. But a funny read, if a little scary and emotional in places.

During the Covid-19 pandemic the author became exposed to the world of online romance fraud, and after becoming intrigued by it she set out to investigate .
The case studies were interesting, although they were often tragic, but they did show how these cases snowball from the first contact through to the victims then sending large sums of money to these scammers.
Given the darker content of some of these cases the humour does get to be a bit grating. Overall it is an interesting read.