Books like Two-Dollar bill by Stuart Woods

In "Two-Dollar Bill," Stone Barrington—New York City’s sharp private investigator turned attorney—finds himself embroiled in a high‑stakes confrontation with a flamboyant Texas swindler. While sharing a dinner with former partner Dino, the pair are joined by Billy Bob, a charming yet duplicitous figure with multiple aliases. As tensions rise at the restaurant and beyond, it becomes clear that Billy Bob’s deceit draws not only local police attention but also the scrutiny of the New York Attorney General’s office and the CIA. Stone’s investigation intertwines with a budding romance with the assistant Attorney General and a resurfacing past lover, creating a web of intrigue that showcases the author’s signature smart banter and plot twists. An easy read that keeps readers engaged from the first page to the last. Key elements include Stone’s wry wit, the detective genre’s familiar twists, and a firmly New York setting.

First publish date: 2005