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Stone Barrington, the sharp‑witted private investigator of the Stone Barrington series, arrives in London to locate a young woman the client claims to associate with a dubious fellow. What begins as a routine assignment turns into a grisly trap: a double murder and a high‑stakes espionage feud. With suspects at every turn, Barrington must untangle the net of deception before he becomes the next victim.
Set against the gritty backdrop of contemporary London, this mystery thriller showcases Barrington’s resilience, keen intelligence, and his trademark dry humor as he navigates the world of spies, double‑crossing allies, and fatal betrayals.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Stuart Woods
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