The Man in the Rockefeller Suit is a compelling tale of identity theft that was brilliantly researched by journalist Mark Seal. This masterpiece causes its readers to contemplate the true consequences of lying. Although the truth of “Clark Rockefeller” will most likely never be fully uncovered, Mark Seal turns bits and pieces of information into a fluid time line for readers.

The book begins with a teenager named Christian Karl Gerhartsreiter obtaining a student visa to travel to the U.S. From there, he changed his name, location, and his overall character dozens of times. Each person he met along the way was hooked by his charming manner, and they believed everything he said – from his supposed royal background to his fake education at prestigious schools. His final identity, Clark Rockefeller, ended with dire circumstances that readers will have to find out for themselves.

This story will engage readers from cover to cover as it eloquently describes the journey of a man who switched his identity multiple times over the course of three decades. Mark Seal perfectly describes the work of a true con artist, and how he managed to fool hundreds of educated individuals. The story of “Clark Rockefeller” will force readers to ponder the fabricated stories we tell each other, and might even cause them to question their trust in those around them. Although the life of Christian Karl Gerhartsreiter seems too crazy to be true, I can assure you that this all-true account of his life will keep readers entertained and on their toes. I definitely recommend reading this book for the shocking tale of a true pathological liar.