Award-winning author Stuart Woods has crafted a masterful novel no reader will soon forget. For years, Liz Barwick has been battered by her brutal husband, a famous pro football player. The beautiful and talented photographer retreats to an island paradise off Georgia's coast to find solitude-and herself.
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"This is the 2nd book I ever read by Stuart Woods, and in my opinion was his best. As he continued to write I read it all, and now the formulaic style of his books makes me skip them over in the new releases section at the library. I understand that he has to make a living and these write themselves, literally, but Palindrome shows the real talent. Don't let his current work keep you from checking this one out."
— Bryant (5 out of 5 stars)
“A fast-paced, multilevel tale of mystery and revenge.”
— Publishers Weekly“The novel’s first four chapters are outstanding, describing Elizabeth’s relationships with her husband and hotshot divorce lawyer, episodes which reveal her strength of mind and capture the reader’s loyalty and interest.”
— Library Journal" Couldn't put this one down. "
— John, 2/15/2014" My hands down, absolute favorite book by Stuart Woods. The way he intricately weaved the story around this family, creating a true palindrome with the tale, had me instantly hooked. "
— Carolyn, 2/12/2014" through this book i learned the word palindrome... "
— Ana, 2/7/2014" Nancy 5 stars; Ron no read (library book) "
— Ron, 1/16/2014" Somewhat unbelievable plot and characters, but not as bad as sci-fi. Action tempo kept pace up through end of book, without unrealistic physical shoot-ups. Too much evil infallible technique capability given to bad guy. Setting characters were stretched beyond psychological believability, and historical wealth, but did fit nicely as background and secondary story. "
— Joe, 1/14/2014" Liz Barwick, an abused wife, takes refuge from her husband on an Eden-like island (Cumberland Island off Georgia) and her life becomes intertwined with the owners (Drummonds). "
— Rae, 1/4/2014" It was really good. I love Stuart Woods. Think this might have been the first non Stone Barrington novel of Stuarts I've read. "
— Annie, 12/31/2013" I am not a big fan of Stuart Woods. I thought this book, in particular, was stupid. "
— Kaethe, 12/28/2013" Though it was a bit predictable, overall it was a good book that kept my attention "
— Hope, 12/4/2013" Great Books ! Great Read ! "
— Leslie, 12/2/2013" If I could, I would give this book 10 stars! One of the best books I have ever read....suspenseful, definitely a stay up all night page turner! "
— Anne, 12/2/2013" Nancy 5 stars; Ron no read (library book) "
— Nancy, 12/1/2013" I would give this 3.5 stars if I could. I liked the descriptions of Cumberland Island and the character of Angus Drummond. I'm not sure if I would have liked it more if the story had been fleshed more or if it had been more condensed. It wasn't bad but it wasn't completely fulfilling either. "
— Brenda, 11/19/2013" Entertaining but a little too ficticious sometimes. A good read. "
— Carlos, 11/19/2013" This book was amazing! it was truly a thriller and made you think with every page, I reccomend it with people who have lots and less time on there hands, once you begin it it's very hard to put it down. "
— Tracy, 10/26/2013" Easy beach read. Typical Stuart woods book. "
— Nancy, 6/16/2013" Loved it!Another great book from Woods...a twist on the "twins" ideas. "
— Emily, 6/13/2013" Loved it. mystery, crime, and romance. Woods is a little crude in some of the descriptions and the ending was somewhat unfulfilling. Hence the 4 of 5 stars. "
— Amy, 4/19/2013" This book has been an annual read for me. One reason is that I used to spend the first week in May on Cumberland Island in a tent and walking the island. The other reason is that I very much like Stuart Woods' books. "
— Doodle, 4/10/2013" Very good; Quick read like all by author; woman chased by ex meets twins on island "
— Joe, 3/23/2013" I have enjoyed all of the many Stuart Woods books, but this is one of my favorites. Very compelling story line with some very interesting twists. "
— Harold, 7/12/2012" Another fantastic book by Stuart Woods. Could not put it down! "
— Karla, 6/29/2012" This is my absoulte favorite Stuart Woods book. I re-read it at least yearly. I find the concept fascinating. "
— Jennifer, 4/25/2012" great mystery -reasd this weekend "
— Grunkie, 3/14/2012" Easy read and so very good "
— Kristi, 10/19/2011" Fast paced, not too much thinking involved but fun to read. Maybe 3.5 stars "
— MaryLu, 10/14/2011" This was a very good read. Lots of plot twists and turns that kept me guessing until the end....which I normally figure out the end half way through the book. "
— Cynthia, 10/3/2011" Enjoyed Palindrome by Stuart Woods, one of the better suspense novels by Woods. "
— Carolgene, 9/28/2011" This book read like a mediocre 80's TV drama. It was fairly predictable, melodromatic, and took me a long time to get through. I wasn't that compelled to finish it, but finally did. Just barely ok. "
— Chris, 6/21/2011" I read this on my Kindle and there were so many spelling errors that it was difficult to read. Not great, but if you read don't read it on the kindle (or any other electronic form). "
— Eliza, 5/3/2011" One of the best books I ewver read "
— Debbie, 5/2/2011" This book has been an annual read for me. One reason is that I used to spend the first week in May on Cumberland Island in a tent and walking the island. The other reason is that I very much like Stuart Woods' books. "
— Doodle, 1/12/2011" This is one of my favorite books by Stuart and while he is one of my all time favorite writers, I think I'm a bit burned. Maybe just envious of someone that can churn out a book every seven months. This is not a Stone Barrington or Wil Lee book and it's really rather fascinating. "
— Hilary, 1/1/2011" I read this on my Kindle and there were so many spelling errors that it was difficult to read. Not great, but if you read don't read it on the kindle (or any other electronic form). "
— Eliza, 12/13/2010" Really good book. The only thing is my down loaded copy had 100s of misspellings. Otherwise a great read. "
— Debbie, 11/7/2010" This book read like a mediocre 80's TV drama. It was fairly predictable, melodromatic, and took me a long time to get through. I wasn't that compelled to finish it, but finally did. Just barely ok. "
— Chris, 9/22/2010" Interesting premise and background story. However the characters and their actions are not believable. Too many coincidences; unrealistic sequence of events. "
— Jbrown, 7/11/2010" I am not a big fan of Stuart Woods. I thought this book, in particular, was stupid. "
— Kaethe, 5/6/2010" My hands down, absolute favorite book by Stuart Woods. The way he intricately weaved the story around this family, creating a true palindrome with the tale, had me instantly hooked. "
— Carolyn, 4/21/2010" I read this book while I was on neighboring St. Simon's Island. I loved the setting and the mystery although it seemed a tad far-fetched to me. Great read for my vacation.... "
— Luanne, 4/5/2010" Very intense! I was surprised! "
— Chris, 3/25/2010" Author - uses "I reckon" so many time in his books - <br/>even if the character is a Harvard Grad! <br/> <br/>UGH - I want to cross out every I reckon in his books.......... "
— Negirlb152, 3/12/2010" Very good; Quick read like all by author; woman chased by ex meets twins on island <br/> "
— Joe, 8/25/2009" first book of his that i read loved it and became and instant fan "
— Jami, 8/10/2009Stuart 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.
Gabra Zackman is an actress, author, and narrator who has won several AudioFile Earphones Awards. She was educated at Northwestern University. A classically trained actress, she has appeared in theaters all over the country as well as on film and television.