by Stuart Woods
First published 2017
Herbie Fisher has come a long way from his days as a hapless loser. Under Stone Barrington's guidance, he has become the youngest partner at the prestigious law firm Woodman & Weld. His professional skills and social grace make him a sought-after companion in New York's elite circles. But Herbie's transformation cannot shield him from the dangerous plot now swirling around him. Someone has marked him as a target, though he remains unaware of the threat. The city pulses with scheming minds and hidden agendas. Herbie must rely on his quick thinking to survive as enemies move closer. His hard-won success means nothing if he cannot stay alive long enough to enjoy it. The web of corruption and greed tightens around him with each passing hour.
Genres: crime, contemporary, action, mystery-thriller
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, fish-out-of-water
Setting: New York
368 pages · Hardcover · G.P. Putnam's Sons