Reviews
Discover why Cary Leiter’s debut is being hailed as one of the most insightful political thrillers of its time.
Voices of Our Readers
Here’s what readers around the world are saying about Cary Leiter’s thought-provoking political thriller.
I picked this book up thinking it would be another political drama, and it wasn’t. Cary Leiter writes with such raw insight that I found myself questioning every real-world headline afterward. I couldn’t put it down.
As someone who follows politics, this book hits hard. It’s thrilling but intelligent, the kind of novel that keeps you thinking long after you close it. It’s both entertainment and warning, one of the best political novels I’ve read in years.
I wasn’t expecting to relate to a story set in American politics, but The Man Who Would Be President feels universal. By the last page, I just sat there thinking: ‘We’ve all met people like this. Brilliantly done.
This book got under my skin in the best way. I started reading it on a flight and couldn’t stop until I finished. Cary Leiter captures the madness of politics so vividly that it almost feels real, maybe too real.
I expected a political thriller, but what I got was a deep character study about power and ego. I love the way the author built each scene to feel as if we were actually watching a show. Absolutely a great read!
I love books that make me think, and The Man Who Would Be President does exactly that. After finishing the whole thing in one sitting, I can confidently claim that this masterpiece is going on my list of favorites.
From the first chapter, I knew this wasn’t your typical political drama. Reading this piece felt as if I was right there watching the chaos unfold. Easily one of the best novels I’ve read this year.
I wasn’t sure what to expect when I started reading, but by the second chapter, I was completely drawn in. The story feels frighteningly plausible, yet deeply human. It made me think about power, truth, and how easily they both can be twisted. I’m a fan!