The Manipulation Project

By: Steve Gladis

Narrated by: Alex Hyde-White

Length: 7 hrs and 57 mins

Publisher's summary

A murder in peak tourist season is enough to halt the lifeblood of any beach town: tourism. So when not one but two grisly murders threaten to wreck Mayor Jim Whitlow’s town, not to mention his political ambitions, he and Police Chief Naomi Robinson enlist the help of local residents and retired FBI agents Chris Gordon and Vic Thompson to help them catch the serial killer. But every clue seems to lead to more questions than answers. Outside help causes tension on the force, and Chris and Vic find themselves once again battling the inter-agency drama they thought they’d left behind. As the case makes national news and the pressure continues to rise, they begin to suspect that Rehoboth is just the tip of the gruesome iceberg. Can they stop the killer before he strikes again?

©2022 Steve Gladis (P)2022 Steve Gladis

Excellent storyline!

This book was an incredibly fun ride! The author takes you on a mysterious journey of twists and turns and outstanding character development! You won’t want it to end! Well done!

A fantastic listen.

Fast paced and smart, just how I like my crime fiction. I feel in love with Rehoboth Beach over the 8 hour listen. And I will definitely be keeping my eye out for Dr. Gladis’s next novel.

A Real Page Turner

I enjoyed the story. It reminds me of a James Patterson novel. Suspenseful, with a few plot twists. I like that it takes place in Rehobeth Beach. I will be vacationing there next week, and I will be looking at things with a whole new perspective! I hope there is a sequel. And I hope the book is made into a movie.

Great summer listen!

I very much enjoyed this audiobook. As someone who spends a lot of time in coastal Delaware, I thoroughly enjoyed the way Rehobeth Beach became a character in this story. The storyline was creative and the action kept my attention and had me looking forward to my next drive so I could listen more. The narrator did a great job of capturing the energy of the plot and added to my enjoyment of the story. I listen/read a lot in this genre and would highly recommend this book.

Imaginative Fiction

Enjoyed all the characters- they seemed real… the story subject was shocking and unusual. Loved the methodical investigation and cooperation. Would hope that true within different departments in crime solving. Good readers! Good story, kept my interest up to end. Steve Gladis… write more!

Thrilling

I’ve enjoyed many of Steve’s books on leadership and team building, so naturally I was skeptical about a murder - mystery novel. His story is a gripping “page turner” that kept me on the edge of my seat. As a former career FBI agent, Steve draws on his life experiences to give insightful crime solving strategies. You feel as if you’re elbow to elbow with the detectives plowing through the data to find the answers. The story is compelling.

Fast paced & captivating

This book kept me engaged from the beginning to the end. The action never let up. Highly recommend!!

Awesome thriller

This is a fantastic murder mystery thriller, will keep you on edge. The author Steve Gladis put an entertaining first novel together. You won’t be disappointed staying up late reading this novel.
I look forward to the next edition.
Great read!

Can't wait for more from the author

An enjoyable mystery from a fresh, warm viewpoint. I really enjoyed it and hope to see more from this new author.

A good story

It kept me guessing! I could see some of the actions ahead of time but their were some twists.