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Stone Barrington, the renowned private investigator, receives a commission from a well‑heeled client who wants to deter a determined suitor. Shortly after Stone overcomes the suitor’s interference, the client becomes entangled in two fatal murders.
With numerous suspects, Stone dives into the client’s background, uncovering a trail that leads to a mysterious, valuable relic from a bygone era. The precious item’s storied history and unsold worth make it a coveted prize for killers.
As Barrington probes deeper, he confronts both harmless secrets and deadly motives within New York’s upper crust, using his investigative prowess to distinguish between benign and lethal hidden truths.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Stuart Woods
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