Guilty Admissions: The Bribes, Favors, and Phonies behind the College Cheating Scandal

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Book Synopsis: This entertaining exposé on how the other half gets in tells the shockingly true story of the Varsity Blues scandal, and all of the crazy parents, privilege, and con men involved. Guilty Admissions weaves together the story of an unscrupulous college counselor named Rick Singer, and how he preyed on the desperation of some of the country's wealthiest families living in a world defined by fierce competition, who function under constant pressure to get into the "right" schools, starting with pre-school; non-stop fundraising and donation demands in the form of multi-million-dollar galas and private parties; and a community of deeply insecure parents who will do anything to get their kids into name-brand colleges in order to maintain their own A-list status. Investigative reporter Nicole LaPorte lays bare the source of this insecurity—that in 2019, no special "hook" in the form of legacy status, athletic talent, or financial giving can guarantee a child's entrance into an elite school. The result is paranoia, deception, and true crimes at the peak of the American social pyramid. With a glittering cast of Hollywood actors—including Felicity Huffman and Lori Loughlin—hedge fund CEOs, sales executives, and media titans, Guilty Admissions is a soap-opera-slash-sneak-peek-behind-the-curtains at America's richest social circles; an examination of the cutthroat world of college admissions; and a parable of American society in 2019, when the country is run by a crass tycoon and all totems of status and achievement have become transactional and removed from traditions of ethical restraint. A world where the rich get whatever they want, however they want it.

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Discover the shocking truth behind the college cheating scandal with the captivating book, "Guilty Admissions: The Bribes, Favors, and Phonies behind the College Cheating Scandal". Unveiling the dark secrets of the Varsity Blues scandal, this gripping exposé exposes the unscrupulous actions of an infamous college counselor named Rick Singer. Dive into a world of desperation, privilege, and twisted manipulations as the story unfolds.

Join investigative reporter Nicole LaPorte on a journey that explores the relentless competition in the quest for the "right" schools, starting from pre-school. Experience the non-stop pressure faced by the wealthiest families, who are constantly bombarded with fundraising demands and the need to make multi-million-dollar donations. Gain exclusive insight into a community plagued by deep insecurities, where parents will go to extreme lengths to secure admission into elite colleges, solely driven by the pursuit of A-list status.

Embark on a rollercoaster ride through the American social pyramid, where paranoia, deception, and true crimes thrive. Hollywood actors such as Felicity Huffman and Lori Loughlin, hedge fund CEOs, sales executives, and media titans form a glittering cast in this soap-opera-slash-sneak-peek-behind-the-curtains. Guilty Admissions offers an enthralling examination of the cutthroat world of college admissions, revealing the shocking reality of 2019's America, where ethical restraint has been discarded for transactional achievements.

Step into a world where the privileged few can get whatever they desire, however they desire it. Uncover the captivating tales that have rattled the foundations of American society, as the pursuit of status and achievement becomes increasingly detached from ethical traditions. Will you succumb to the allure of Guilty Admissions and peek behind the curtain that shields the secrets of the elite? Take a step into the scandalous world by grabbing your copy now!

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