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Summary: CAN HE MAKE WOMAN MORE BORING
Review: I like the book for only one reason; it's a "fast" read.It's the kind of book I would give to somebody who was going on a plane or trip on a train.Mr. Woods does not give you any material that is going to work the brain or your imagination. His characters do not come alive;they are flat. He gives them no personality; especially the woman.Could he make that Italian woman;Dolce; more sallow?.I think this is the kind of book if you got half way thur and put it down you can start reading it again 3 months later, there not much you can really forget.Since I travel often I would most likey get another Woods book. It's fast- easy reading and is much better than the airline's magazine.
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Summary: CAN HE MAKE WOMAN MORE BORING
Review: I like the book for only one reason; it's a "fast" read.It's the kind of book I would give to somebody who was going on a plane or trip on a train.Mr. Woods does not give you any material that is going to work the brain or your imagination. His characters do not come alive;they are flat. He gives them no personality; especially the woman.Could he make that Italian woman;Dolce; more sallow?.I think this is the kind of book if you got half way thur and put it down you can start reading it again 3 months later, there not much you can really forget.Since I travel often I would most likey get another Woods book. It's fast- easy reading and is much better than the airline's magazine.
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Summary: Another Great Stone Barrington Novel
Review: I really enjoyed this Stone Barrington novel by Stuart Woods because it really hits close to home for Stone. People around him start getting murdered, and he never knows who is going to be next. The plot works excellently and moves at a very quick pace. I thought that the book also had a good ending even though I was able to guess what was going to happen. The only thing I didn't like was the new character, Dolce, but that is just my own personal taste. This is definitely a great book (and series) to read if you like something light to pass by the time.
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Summary: What Does Woods Have Against Women?
Review: I wouldn't pick up a Stuart Woods book as a first choice. I have a considerable daily commute to work, I borrow books-on-CD from the library to make the trip more interesting. "Worst Fears Realized" is the third Stone Barrington novel I have had the misfortune to borrow. At least the anger these books generate in me keeps me awake for the drive.What does Stuart Woods have against women? All his women characters are stupid, dull, poorly spoken, helpless, passive, trite, and beautiful. And they all fall all over Barrington like he's the last man on earth. They are cardboard victims and sex objects, nothing more. It gets really boring. I would love to see Stone Barrington encounter Janet Evanovich's flawed heroine, Stephanie Plum. (Heck, I'd like to see Stone Barrington have a flaw!! ) That might make Woods' novels worth reading...but unfortunately, only if Evanovich actually did the writing. There are a lot of good mystery and detective thriller writers out there, male and female, who can write realistic, well-rounded characters of either gender. Woods is painfully not one of them. Unless you're stuck with the library's small selection of books-on-CD, don't bother with Stuart Woods. Look for someone who can write more realistic characters.
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Summary: An Instant Stone Barrington Classic
Review: I've always been a fan of Stuart Woods, all the way back to when I first read White Cargo. Worst Fears Realized takes the story of Stone Barrington, Woods' one-time cop turned lawyer, and moves it further. A lot of people say that Woods writes far-fetched fiction, but for him, it works. Sure, Barrington always ends up on top, always finds unbelievable sums of money, and always escapes would-be death. That's fine with me. In these times, it's nice to read about a reality where all things turn out nice in the end. What drives this book, more than any other Barrington novel, is the banter between Stone and Dino. The characterization is strong, and the reader feels like the third muskateer. Great stuff. Also, the plot is strong, dealing with a serial murderer who is coming after, in the end, Stone himself. Every element drives another, offering an entertaining read that you just won't be able to put down. In the end, Worst Fears Realized keeps you interested, keeps you entertained, and will stay in your memory for quite some time. John Misak, Author of Soft Case and Time Stand Still
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Summary: An Instant Stone Barrington Classic
Review: I've always been a fan of Stuart Woods, all the way back to when I first read White Cargo. Worst Fears Realized takes the story of Stone Barrington, Woods' one-time cop turned lawyer, and moves it further. A lot of people say that Woods writes far-fetched fiction, but for him, it works. Sure, Barrington always ends up on top, always finds unbelievable sums of money, and always escapes would-be death. That's fine with me. In these times, it's nice to read about a reality where all things turn out nice in the end. What drives this book, more than any other Barrington novel, is the banter between Stone and Dino. The characterization is strong, and the reader feels like the third muskateer. Great stuff. Also, the plot is strong, dealing with a serial murderer who is coming after, in the end, Stone himself. Every element drives another, offering an entertaining read that you just won't be able to put down. In the end, Worst Fears Realized keeps you interested, keeps you entertained, and will stay in your memory for quite some time. John Misak, Author of Soft Case and Time Stand Still
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Summary: STONE THE BONE
Review: Like others who have reviewed WFR, this was a quick read. Stuart Woods gives us another episode of Stone Barrington, complete with sex, money and suspense. Once I picked the book up, it kept my interest until I finished. If there is a fault with WFR, it is the ending. I expected something more detailed and riveting. It didn't happen. I've read several books by Stuart Woods and have found them to be worthwhile. The Stone Barrington character possesses quite a few traits that many of Mr. Woods' male readers probably only dream about. A cut-and-dried ending does not favor Stone.
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Summary: More Stone Barrington Escapades
Review: Stone Barrington, New York City cop turned lawyer, and his partner Dino, are experiencing a cop's worst fear...that one of the criminals they helped convict harbors a grudge and decides to get even. Herbert Mittledorfer, serving time for killing his wife, is determined to get revenge, and several of Stone and Dino's friends and associates have been killed. But the odd thing is that Herbert is still in prison. As Stone and Dino work to unravel the mystery of how Mittledorfer is accomplishing his mayhem, Stone continues to be pursued by women and somehow rake in obscene amounts of money from his successful law career. Sarah, a former lover and artist returning from several years in Europe, moves back in temporarily with Stone, and they impulsively decide to purchase and furnish a cottage in Connecticut one weekend. But, just a few chapters later, Sarah is fleeing back to Italy after the gallery in which she is exhibiting her art is bombed...apparently another of Mittledorfer's attacks. Enter Dolce, Dino's sister-in-law, daughter of a rich, powerful reformed Mafioso. Dolce gets her hooks into Stone (and his mattress), while the scent of the departed Sarah is still in the air. Dolce and her father are aware of the danger Stone finds himself in, and are attempting to help him sort it out, but their interference may be more of a hindrance than a help due to questionable tactics. In spite of the intrigue, sex and violence, I was never as engaged by this novel as by the many other Stone Barrington sagas. The pacing was somehow off, some of the story lines too unrealistic, and the motivations of Mittledorfer too ambiguous and unexplored. However, even though this novel wasn't the same caliber as other Woods' novels, I'm sure I'll stay tuned for more Barrington episodes.
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Summary: Stone is Back!
Review: Stone wasn't expecting anything to happen when he is dragged into attending a party by his ex-partner, Dino. All he was looking for was some alchohol to numb the pain of the absence of his former love, Arrington, who was now married to a superstar, and was raising his child. He ends up going home with a assistant DA, but the night ends in horror when she is murdered while he is out getting dinner.
Things go from bad to worse when his secretary is also killed, then his neighbor is brutally slaughtered right in front of him. It seems that someone has a grudge...
And not just for Stone. Dino is also targeted when his wife is attacked. Now, they both come to the conclusion that the killer must be someone they know.
And in the midst of searching, Stone comes back into contact with Arrington, who throws sparks as she comes face-to-face with Stone's latest fling. Dino's sister-in-law, a hot-tempered Italian girl, who's father is a Mob boss. Now, Stone must find the killer before he makes him pay in ways he's never thought possible. As always, Worst Fears Realized, was a roller coaster ride of a novel. It had plenty of twists that will keep you guessing, and turning pages eagerly.
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Summary: YUCKY
Review: This book dissapointed me tramendously. It was out of this world rediculous and not at all worth reading. This is by far the worst book by Stuart Woods I believe he should go climb in his mouse hole with Stuart Little after writing this book. The Harper Paper-Back publishing company must of lost a lot of money off this book and should not print any more from this guy becuase they might just wind up with some more nonsense crap. Me myself with my Ph.d shows that I am very intellegent and then I read this book I am not sure anymore I am starting to second guess myself. After I read this book I gave it to a bum and he burned the peice of garbage.
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