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Summary: Light but Tasty
Review: This books falls into my own "Light but Tasty" category (from a Richie Rich cartoon I read years ago). I enjoy Mr. Woods' books. They are always enjoyable to read and don't require much heavy lifting.
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Summary: Stone Barrington is back!
Review: Having fallen in love with Stone Barrington way back in "New York Dead" I could give this latest effort nothing less than 5 stars. I waited eagerly for this next addition (this makes 5 now) to the life and times of New York's most charming and clutured cop-turned-lawyer and I have to say I wasn't disappointed. It was great to see the whole cast of characters back, Dino, Elaine, Arringtion and of course the ladies of the moment! I see a definate change in Stone's personality by this book, he is more relaxed and at times even funny. I did have a couple of problems however, first, Arrington Calder had a baby girl at the end of "Swimming to Catalina" and now in "Worst Fears Realized" where told she has a boy. There were a few other notable changes like that, but all in all I was delighted to have another Stone Barrington book to add to my collection! (Please Mr Woods, if you are reading this, don't stop writing Stone Barrington books! I miss him already!!)
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Summary: it is not that bad but ...
Review: It is not that bad, it even has a couple of fine and unexpected twists in the plot. It would deserve three stars, but there are way too many nauseating sex scenes.
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Summary: another solid read
Review: while not as good as dirt, LA dead or dead in the water, this is still a really good read for anybody who's a fan of stuart woods, stone barrington, or this particular genre of book...
the return of some familiar faces, some new faces...the sense of continuity in this series is really part of the draw...the events from previous books usually aren't forgotten...but the subsequent books aren't bogged down in exposition of earlier events either...a mention here, a mention there...sometimes you'll find yourself saying 'ohhh, I remember that now!'..
the way in which he ends these books makes you look forward to the next installment as well...they flow pretty seamlessly from one to the next..this is no exception
definetly worth reading...
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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: 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: 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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