The Manipulator
A Legal Thriller
Published on 19. August 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
300 pages
978-1-64875-633-7 (ISBN)
Description
Rising star attorney Thomas Berte just got the promotion of a lifetime. And a warrant with his name on it…
“…a masterful debut novel. Outstanding!” —James Chandler, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Misjudged
As the new Deputy Attorney General, Tom's first assignment should be straightforward: take down Cosimo "Nino" Benedetto, the untouchable head of a global crime syndicate. Follow the money, build the case, get the conviction.
But the financial trails lead straight back to his old law firm—the prestigious powerhouse that launched his career. Now the hunter has become the hunted, and there's only one move left: get closer to the man he came to indict.
The Manipulator intricately weaves the high-stakes drama of a man ensnared in the most defining trial of his life, where a stunning conclusion pits the pursuit of justice against the ultimate sacrifice of moral certainty.
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Praise for The Manipulator:
“The action is fast paced, with a likable hero…” —Phillip Margolin, New York Times bestselling author of An Insignificant Case
“Well written and intricately plotted, Tom Berte is a character worth rooting for.” —Chad Zunker, bestselling author of Family Money and The Wife You Know
“…fast-moving…intriguing settings…replete with a lively cast of characters” —Joseph Badal, bestselling author and Military Writers Society of America Writer of the Year
“The Firm meets The Sopranos in this razor sharp thriller…” —Jaime Lynn Hendricks, bestselling author of Their Double Lives
“…a masterful debut novel. Outstanding!” —James Chandler, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Misjudged
As the new Deputy Attorney General, Tom's first assignment should be straightforward: take down Cosimo "Nino" Benedetto, the untouchable head of a global crime syndicate. Follow the money, build the case, get the conviction.
But the financial trails lead straight back to his old law firm—the prestigious powerhouse that launched his career. Now the hunter has become the hunted, and there's only one move left: get closer to the man he came to indict.
The Manipulator intricately weaves the high-stakes drama of a man ensnared in the most defining trial of his life, where a stunning conclusion pits the pursuit of justice against the ultimate sacrifice of moral certainty.
_________________
Praise for The Manipulator:
“The action is fast paced, with a likable hero…” —Phillip Margolin, New York Times bestselling author of An Insignificant Case
“Well written and intricately plotted, Tom Berte is a character worth rooting for.” —Chad Zunker, bestselling author of Family Money and The Wife You Know
“…fast-moving…intriguing settings…replete with a lively cast of characters” —Joseph Badal, bestselling author and Military Writers Society of America Writer of the Year
“The Firm meets The Sopranos in this razor sharp thriller…” —Jaime Lynn Hendricks, bestselling author of Their Double Lives
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 226 mm
Width: 155 mm
Thickness: 17 mm
Weight
417 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-64875-633-7 (9781648756337)
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Dan Buzzetta, an attorney for more than 30 years, is a commercial litigation partner in a national law firm. Dan also serves his community as an elected official on his hometown’s governing body, and as a volunteer firefighter. Dan is a graduate of Tufts University and Fordham University School of Law. In his spare time, Dan enjoys travelling and skiing with his family and friends. Dan is the author of The Manipulator, and The Winter Verdict.