Never Saw Me Coming: How I Outsmarted the FBI and the Entire Banking System and Pocketed 40 Million by Tanya Smith

Never Saw Me Coming by Tanya Smith is a gripping true crime memoir detailing the rise and fall of a woman who ingeniously manipulated the Federal banking system to embezzle millions. Smith, a tech-savvy young girl with an early interest in hacking, begins her journey by innocently acquiring celebrity phone numbers and depositing $5,000 into her grandmother’s bank account. By the age of 18, she has successfully stolen millions, using her computer expertise and risky financial schemes.

The FBI soon takes notice, interrogating her with a racist remark that questions her intelligence and implies that Black individuals aren’t capable of committing such sophisticated crimes. Offended but determined, Smith sets out to prove them wrong. Over time, she amasses $40 million, along with diamonds, gold bars, and other valuables. However, her newfound wealth and high-flying lifestyle attract dangerous individuals, some of whom even attempt to kill her.

As law enforcement closes in, Smith becomes one of the most significant threats to the U.S. banking system, ultimately receiving a record-breaking prison sentence for a white-collar crime. Despite the odds, she manages to mount a brilliant defense that leads to her eventual release.

With its unexpected twists and intense stakes, Never Saw Me Coming is a thrilling tale of ambition, resilience, and the dangers of underestimating a clever woman. Smith's story is not only a captivating crime caper but also a reflection on race, power, and justice in the world of financial crime. ❤️📚❤️