by Stuart Woods
Part of Stone Barrington, book 58
First published 2021
Stone Barrington returns to New York City after his turbulent time in Maine, ready to settle back into familiar routines. His plans change when a former client contacts him about a sensitive situation. An old conflict the client believed was permanently resolved has flared up again, threatening both financial interests and personal standing. Stone begins investigating the complex network of criminal activity and hidden truths surrounding the dispute. His work becomes more challenging when he meets an attractive woman who complicates his focus. Operating in both New York's criminal underworld and its wealthy social circles, Stone discovers that everyone harbors secrets. The case forces him to confront a harsh reality he has learned through years of experience: past conflicts have a tendency to resurface when least expected.
Genres: mystery, crime, contemporary, thriller, action
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, investigation
Setting: New York City, Maine
336 pages · Kindle Edition · G.P. Putnam's Sons