John Patrick McManus IV, better known as Pat, was born into class and privilege, being the fourth generation male to inherit a stagnant century-old multi-million dollar oil company. Using his keen sense for business and insatiable ambition, Pat takes the family company to unprecedented heights, selling his soul in order to achieve his goals.  With his business and personal life at its peak, the Manhattan billionaire chases his ultimate dream by running for President of the United States. With several influential politicians in his pocket and the media on his side, Pat’s quest for the Oval Office skyrockets as he wins the affection of the American people with supporting numbers in the polls.  During the height of his campaign success, Pat rekindles an old friendship that allows him to get back into the oil business. His plan to manipulate the international oil market and ensure low gas prices for Americans was expected to propel Pat into the White House. The means, however, are less than reputable; the mogul’s scheme proves to be more than he anticipates as the consequences begin to unravel in more ways than one. A tale of betrayal, corruption, and greed, The Gilded Son leaves readers wondering just how much fame, money, and power is too much?