
Kelly Richmond Pope's Fool Me Once examines the psychology of fraud, exploring various perpetrator, victim, and whistleblower archetypes through real-life case studies. The book analyzes the motivations behind fraudulent actions, highlighting the impact on individuals and organizations, and emphasizes the importance of preventative measures and internal controls. Various types of fraud are discussed, from large-scale schemes to seemingly minor infractions, underscoring the pervasiveness of the problem. The author uses the cases to illustrate how to better identify and respond to fraud.