Stone Barrington, the always surprising attorney and investigator, finds himself caught between two alluring women - one who has been left at the altar and another who is suspected of murder. Stone is in the midst of plans to marry Dolce, the daughter of a New York mafioso, when he is suddenly called to the side of Arrington Calder, a woman he has loved and lost, but never forgotten. To her horror, Arrington believes she is about to be indicted for the murder of her husband; one of America's most beloved film stars. With both enemies and friends swarming around her, Stone is the only person she can trust to gather her defense. But how much does Arrington actually remember about the night of the murder? And can Stone really trust her? The evidence against her mounts, the trial date looms, and Stone's feelings for her return. But even he doesn't know what danger the truth will bring.
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"I accidentally read this book out of order, which is annoying. Stone and Arrington are brought together again as she is accused of murdering Vance Calder, and Stone has to deal with his love for Arrington and his Italian marriage to his best friend's "connected" and unbalanced sister-in-law." — Skip (4 out of 5 stars)
"I accidentally read this book out of order, which is annoying. Stone and Arrington are brought together again as she is accused of murdering Vance Calder, and Stone has to deal with his love for Arrington and his Italian marriage to his best friend's "connected" and unbalanced sister-in-law."
" I still am not 100% sure who did it. "
" Basically same as previous Woods books, just a quick read for fun. "
" How many women can Stuart Woods put in one book who greet Stone Barrington by stripping naked and throwing themselves at Stone? "
" Ehhh. If you like reading about blow jobs, this is the book for you. Nothing much happens but Stone gets a lot of "action" while not doing much of anything. Okay summer read but Woods has done better. "
" another page turner by stone "
" half way through the book he wraps it up, he stops being creative and decides to finish the story without any imagination,lousy ending, unbelievable stories, good foundation....though "
" I enjoy everything written by Stuart Woods. "
" In the world of Stone Barrington, women seem seldom to wear clothing, and it's a darned good idea to pack a pistol. Silly thriller set among the rich and glamorous in Venice and Los Angeles. "
" Love Stone! Stuart Woods books are excellent. Can't recommend just one. I recommend all of them. "
" Good story line, but a couple unncessary sex scenes and a little language. "
" If I weren't running out of books to read, I wouldn't have bothered reading this one. "
" I'm not going to add every Woods book I've read, instead I'm just going to say they are all good. I've never been disappointed with one of his books. If you love mystery novels than you'll love him. Every book has a twist at the end that you didn't see coming. "
" A friend loaned this book to me, so I didn't realize it was a series. I think I would have liked it better if I had started with the first book. "
" It was a good book. Lots of twists and turns and just enough complexity. The only qualm I have about the book was the main character's relations with women. Through the course of the book he had no less than five women try to seduce him. That's hard to imagine being very realistic. "
" I like the way Stuart Woods writes...good mystery with a little humor thrown in. "
" a stone b story. "
" Another good Stone Barrington novel "
" Although I actually finished this book, I thought it was a cheesy, unbelievable story whose" hero"detective treats women like bacon."NOT GOOD"! "
" All of Stuart Woods books are excellent and this one was no exception! I read it in one day! "
" Great book! I can't wait to read the whole series. "
" Once I pick up a Stuart Woods book, I know I won't put it down, easily; but, it does take concentration. "
" Fairly typical Stone Barrington novel - enjoyable, however did not draw me in like some of the other ones. Kept guessing on the "whodunit" until the end, but disappointed when left hanging. "
" Stone Barrington # 6 "
" Very good. Couldn't put it down. "
" A page turner with no likable characters. "
" Another good Stone Barrington book. I havent't read these in order but it doesn't seem to make a big difference. Will be looking for another one to read. "
" Not really my genre, but it is good to stretch a little. Lots of fun to read. "
" Do not understand why authors believe they have to fill the pages with swearing and gratuitous sex in order to sell. I did not like the characters and found the plot a bit boring. Don't think I'll be reading any more Woods' material. "
" I'm new to this author but I really enjoyed the book and the characters within it. "
" Can't believe I read the whole thing! "
" A typical Stone Barrington mystery. "
" I thought the plot was silly. Marrying someone you don't really love is totally dumb. Just OK read. "
" Just fun...I like Stone Barrington. "
" Just another fun read in the Stone Barrington series. "
" Very Good; continuing character: Stone Barrington; Stone abandons his bride at the altar to help his ex-girlfriend who is being charged with the murder of her actor/husband. "
" Stone's getting married. The fiance is a Mafia daughter who's a bit crazy and his cop friend, Dino, is married to her sister. "
Stuart Woods (1938-2022) wrote more than ninety novels, including the #1 New York Times bestselling Stone Barrington series. He is a native of Georgia and began his writing career in the advertising industry. Chiefs, his debut in 1981, won the Edgar Award.
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