by Stuart Woods
Part of Stone Barrington, book 39
First published 2016
Stone Barrington returns to New York from Teterboro Airport to discover an anxious stranger waiting at his door. The man desperately needs legal help, but his initial story doesn't match the reality of his situation. When the client finally reveals what he's really involved in, Stone realizes the case involves far more money than expected. The pursuit begins immediately, stretching from Manhattan's luxury towers to New Mexico's vast desert landscape. Enemies close in from multiple directions, hunting both Stone and his client. Stone discovers that what seemed like a straightforward legal matter has become a deadly chase. The promise of easy money proves anything but simple as dangers multiply and the true stakes become clear.
Genres: suspense, mystery, crime, contemporary, action, legal-thriller
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, high-stakes
Setting: Manhattan, New Mexico, Teterboro Airport
339 pages · Hardcover · G.P. Putnam's Sons