Cynthia Giachino Unveils a Powerful Story of a Scam and International Suspense

As book fair season approaches, authors across the publishing industry are entering a period of preparation, reflection, and renewed engagement with readers. For author Cynthia Giachino, this season offers a chance to share not just her story, but the meaningful themes that underpin her work, sparking conversations with audiences about the human experiences at its heart.

Giachino’s newly released novel, “Between Lines,” follows a young man’s harrowing fight for freedom and the profound relationships that guide him along the way. Drawing from her 34-year career as an educator with a background in psychology, Giachino crafts a deeply human narrative about the loss of identity, hope of survival, and the friendships that help us find our way back to ourselves.

In this book, readers meet Harris, a young Asian American who relocates to Bangkok for his first job, only to be kidnapped, stripped of his identity, and forced into a scam labor camp where he becomes Ricco R. Smith. His unexpected connection with Irene, a retired Chicago schoolteacher unknowingly being scammed, sparks a chain of discoveries that leads Irene and her friends across London and Thailand. As a violent monsoon storm strikes Southern Thailand and the Andaman Sea, a rescue mission led by Stella’s military allies races against time to save Ricco and his friend Maya, pushing every character to their emotional and physical limits.

The inspiration for “Between Lines” comes from Giachino’s own experiences. In 2024, the launch of her first book, “Quiet. Fear.,” was derailed by scams that cost her thousands. Turning frustration into action, she explored the world of publishing fraud, transforming anger into awareness. The result is a story of adventure, suspense, friendship, and even a touch of romance, crafted to entertain while empowering readers to recognize and protect themselves from deception.

“Between Lines” pulls readers into a world shaped by danger, captivity, and the courageous struggle to reclaim one’s name and freedom. An engaging and thought-provoking read, the novel is now available through Amazon and leading online book retailers.

About Cynthia Giachino Giachino, who grew up in the forests of Northern Michigan and now writes from the mountains of Colorado, draws on a lifetime of teaching and life experiences to inform her storytelling. Her work reflects themes of resilience, compassion, and the quiet moments that shape who we are. She credits her connection with nature, a lifelong love of journaling, and her small rescue dog, Ella Mae Rose, for grounding her perspective and reminding her of the strength found in survival.

To learn more about Cynthia Giachino and her works, visit cynthiajgiachino.com.

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