Alpha Male: A Tale of the Battle of Commerce

By Sam Foster

Book Overview

Jack Kendrick is fired from his job as sales manager for a high-power commercial real estate agency because he will not compromise his ethics and agree to an illegal sale. He lands on his feet and is hired by another firm. One of the agents working under him is a rapacious and ambitious woman named Liz Peterson. She has no ethics and will stop at nothing to close a deal. She exploits the ambitions of a young trainee, forces him to have sex with a client, which drives him to suicide. Jack Kendrick, investigating the young man's death, uncovers the illegal aspects of Liz's dealing, and a showdown tests the morals and the strengths of all concerned.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1564743977
• ISBN13: 9781564743978
• Release Date: January 2002
• Publisher: Fithian Press
• Length: 222 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Great gift from a mentor

Some people, unfortunately, never seem to develop into full-fledged human beings. They remain caricatures but can sometimes be extremely successful. Foster has crafted an interesting and compelling story about how these people interact with their world and provides some insight into their motivations. They can be dangerous, but are also very easy to spot. Sometimes winning isn't worth it, and sometimes accomplishing a goal can jeopardize something more important. In addition to being a nice read this novel can serve to help a young professional consider their ethical/moral bearing. Foster knows real estate and loves LA and makes both inviting to the reader. I highly recommend this book to anyone starting a career in an aggressive and competitive field or to anyone who likes a good story.

A Gripping story

Riveting and compelling. I loved the suspense, drama and romance. A page-turner. Strong characters with strong motives and driving passions.Opened up an aspect of the Real Estate world until now unknown to me, and which I found intriguing.A must-buy.

Commercial Real estate thriller

I thoroughly enjoyed this book from cover to cover. Suspense, romance, twists in plot, ethical dilemmas, intrigue, and downright ruthless tactics by the antagonist all make this a good read.As a 4th generation realtor, it was nice to finally read a book written by someone in the business - if you are in the business then you will have "names" for each character - people you know just like them.If you are not in the business, you will understand what draws so many in and why they stay in this cutthroat world.The author has obviously pored a lot of his heart and soul into the story, providing great realism and fact.A great read, don't buy it unless you have time to read it cover to cover.

Entertaining for Anyone in a "Deal Making" Industry

The names are different but every character in Alpha Male will remind you of people and personalitites in you own life.The pace is fast and the story intriguing. Anyone involved in sales will be able to associate with the moral and ethical challanges presented in this book.The stirring romance will keep you in your chair; because you won't be able to stand up!