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Judge Stone
Viola Davis and James Patterson have written an incredible courtroom drama and created the most unforgettable character in years.
All rise …for Judge Stone.
The most respected citizen in Union Springs, Alabama (population 3,314), is Judge Mary Stone. She holds two responsibilities running her family farm and presiding over her courtroom. Everything changes when she draws the most controversial case in the history of the South.
Criminally, it’s open-and-shut.
Ethically, there is no middle ground.
Essentially, it’s a choice between life and death.
No judge can satisfy everyone. It would be dangerous to try. But Judge Stone is willing to fight to bring justice to the people and place she loves.
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An explosive legal thriller that will keep you turning pages until the stunning conclusion.
James Patterson is 'the master storyteller of our times' - HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
Viola Davis is 'one of the greats' - TIMOTHÉE CHALAMET
All rise …for Judge Stone.
The most respected citizen in Union Springs, Alabama (population 3,314), is Judge Mary Stone. She holds two responsibilities running her family farm and presiding over her courtroom. Everything changes when she draws the most controversial case in the history of the South.
Criminally, it’s open-and-shut.
Ethically, there is no middle ground.
Essentially, it’s a choice between life and death.
No judge can satisfy everyone. It would be dangerous to try. But Judge Stone is willing to fight to bring justice to the people and place she loves.
-------------------------------------------
An explosive legal thriller that will keep you turning pages until the stunning conclusion.
James Patterson is 'the master storyteller of our times' - HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
Viola Davis is 'one of the greats' - TIMOTHÉE CHALAMET
421 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 9, 2026
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Viola Davis
12 books1,352 followersVIOLA DAVIS is an internationally acclaimed actress and producer, known for her exceptional performances in television shows like 'How to Get Away with Murder' and movies like 'Fences' and 'The Help.' She is the winner of an Academy Award, an Emmy Award, and two Tony Awards, and in 2021 she won a Screen Actors Guild award for her role in 'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom'. In both 2012 and 2017, Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world. Davis is also the founder and CEO of JuVee Productions, an artist driven production company that develops and produces independent film, theater, television, and digital content.
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Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Women, I am tired of being tired
Judge Stone is about an emotionally charged, high-profile case in a small Southern town that threatens to destroy the reputation of the respected Judge Mary Stone.
I asked for a book to be cinematic and that’s exactly what I got! From page one I was immersed into this emotional read, while also have my left hand constantly in a fist with the injustice and just how much women must work to be seen.
Judge Mary Stone is a badass and exudes the strong powerful empath I know myself and a lot of women will strive to be like. Hearing her backstory was like a punch in the gut and I just couldn’t hep but commend her on how hard she had worked to get to the position she was in now with all the struggles she had had to withstand before and even currently.
This was a gripping slow burn courtroom thriller that had me on edge and I was anxious throughout wondering how it would all play out.
If you get this book you must listen to the audiobook. Viola narrates it and does such an amazing job. Her smooth cadence kept my attention and if it wasn’t for adulting I would have read it in one sitting. She embodied the voices of a grown woman and a young girl so well and I felt the emotions from both prominent characters throughout.
Please check Trigger Warning before you pick this one up as the book may be fiction but it read very real to me and is an issue we have still having in todays times.
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Viola Davis has written a thriller!??!
Give it to me right NEOWWWW!
I just know this is going to read so cinematic!
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Thank you so much to Penguin Random House for sending me an early arc copy of this book
Judge Stone is about an emotionally charged, high-profile case in a small Southern town that threatens to destroy the reputation of the respected Judge Mary Stone.
I asked for a book to be cinematic and that’s exactly what I got! From page one I was immersed into this emotional read, while also have my left hand constantly in a fist with the injustice and just how much women must work to be seen.
Judge Mary Stone is a badass and exudes the strong powerful empath I know myself and a lot of women will strive to be like. Hearing her backstory was like a punch in the gut and I just couldn’t hep but commend her on how hard she had worked to get to the position she was in now with all the struggles she had had to withstand before and even currently.
This was a gripping slow burn courtroom thriller that had me on edge and I was anxious throughout wondering how it would all play out.
If you get this book you must listen to the audiobook. Viola narrates it and does such an amazing job. Her smooth cadence kept my attention and if it wasn’t for adulting I would have read it in one sitting. She embodied the voices of a grown woman and a young girl so well and I felt the emotions from both prominent characters throughout.
Please check Trigger Warning before you pick this one up as the book may be fiction but it read very real to me and is an issue we have still having in todays times.
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pre read
Viola Davis has written a thriller!??!
Give it to me right NEOWWWW!
I just know this is going to read so cinematic!
🧡🧡🧡🧡
Thank you so much to Penguin Random House for sending me an early arc copy of this book
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Let's be honest, I mostly picked up this audiobook because of Viola Davis, with little regard for the story.
Both were exceptionally great.
This is a fantastic character study of incredibly strong women, taking place in the unforgiving setting of rural Alabama. It is gripping with tension and and it made me both rage and hope.
I can not recommend this book enough. It is clearly on par with S.A. Cosby's work and probably the best courtroom thriller we will see this year.
Viola Davis is just as an amazing narrator as she is an actress.
Thank you Hachette Audio for this ARC.
Both were exceptionally great.
This is a fantastic character study of incredibly strong women, taking place in the unforgiving setting of rural Alabama. It is gripping with tension and and it made me both rage and hope.
I can not recommend this book enough. It is clearly on par with S.A. Cosby's work and probably the best courtroom thriller we will see this year.
Viola Davis is just as an amazing narrator as she is an actress.
Thank you Hachette Audio for this ARC.
March 23, 2026
Judge Stone written by Viola Davis and James Patterson
READ for you by Viola Davis
Audiobook 11 hrs 20 minutes at 1x or
7 hours 33 minutes at 1.5x
All I really knew about this book before borrowing it from my library was that it was a Legal Thriller (which I LOVE) and that Viola Davis was getting lot of praise for her narration, but you may want to know just a bit more about it before deciding…
All rise … Judge Stone presiding!
Judge Mary Stone may be the most respected citizen in Union Springs, Alabama. (population 3,314)
But that won’t really help her when draws the most controversial case in the history of the South.
Criminally, it’s open-and-shut.
Dr. Bria Gaines performed an Abortion on 13 year old Nova Jones when she was asked to do so by the child who was raped, and her School Nurse. Alabama Law considers that a class A felony unless there is a SERIOUS health risk to the Mother.
Ethically? It depends who you ask-Both sides feel just as strongly about their position, and have no trouble letting the Judge know exactly how they feel-through conversations and/or outright threats.
It’s a case that will divide this small community.
It’s a case that would divide our Country, if it weren’t Fiction.
And, it rings true.
The ending to the Court Case which starts in Part 3 is one that I haven’t read before, giving us not one but two surprises as the book concludes.
The story is told from the first person POV of our memorable protagonist, Judge Mary Stone, and although Viola Davis doesn’t give particularly distinctive voices to the other characters- she PERSONIFIED the voice of Judge Stone and I would love to see her portray the role on the big screen if this is ever adapted for a movie.
I only WISH I could have heard the BANGING of her GAVEL in the Audiobook production!
A buddy read with Mary Beth. Please be sure to watch for her review!
Thank You to the Chandler Public Library for the loan of this audiobook. As always, these are my candid thoughts!
AVAILABLE NOW!
READ for you by Viola Davis
Audiobook 11 hrs 20 minutes at 1x or
7 hours 33 minutes at 1.5x
All I really knew about this book before borrowing it from my library was that it was a Legal Thriller (which I LOVE) and that Viola Davis was getting lot of praise for her narration, but you may want to know just a bit more about it before deciding…
All rise … Judge Stone presiding!
Judge Mary Stone may be the most respected citizen in Union Springs, Alabama. (population 3,314)
But that won’t really help her when draws the most controversial case in the history of the South.
Criminally, it’s open-and-shut.
Dr. Bria Gaines performed an Abortion on 13 year old Nova Jones when she was asked to do so by the child who was raped, and her School Nurse. Alabama Law considers that a class A felony unless there is a SERIOUS health risk to the Mother.
Ethically? It depends who you ask-Both sides feel just as strongly about their position, and have no trouble letting the Judge know exactly how they feel-through conversations and/or outright threats.
It’s a case that will divide this small community.
It’s a case that would divide our Country, if it weren’t Fiction.
And, it rings true.
The ending to the Court Case which starts in Part 3 is one that I haven’t read before, giving us not one but two surprises as the book concludes.
The story is told from the first person POV of our memorable protagonist, Judge Mary Stone, and although Viola Davis doesn’t give particularly distinctive voices to the other characters- she PERSONIFIED the voice of Judge Stone and I would love to see her portray the role on the big screen if this is ever adapted for a movie.
I only WISH I could have heard the BANGING of her GAVEL in the Audiobook production!
A buddy read with Mary Beth. Please be sure to watch for her review!
Thank You to the Chandler Public Library for the loan of this audiobook. As always, these are my candid thoughts!
AVAILABLE NOW!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Huge thank you to Netgalley and Hachette Audio/ Little, Brown & Paper Company for an ALC of Judge Stone by James Patterson & Viola Davis
I've never been a gambler but I think it's time I buy a Lotto ticket. First we had Nicholas Sparks with M. Night Shyamalam and NOW, WE HAVE JAMES PATTERSON AND QUEEN VIOLA DAVIS?!?!? WHATTTT????? Good GODS! What a time to be a bookworm!
I know Mr Patterson is known by several as the master of his craft but I would be lying if I said this wasn't my first James Patterson novel! Absolutely nothing personal, It just seems I've always been elsewhere. Honestly I probably wouldn't have given this one a second thought either. Again, a personal issue. Detective/ courtroom reads just aren't usually something I gravitate towards.
However,I was here the moment I saw Viola Davis was a part of this.. When Ms Davis says "jump" it's sort of a, "how high? From which bridge? Is there a specific longitude or latitude preference?" Type of situation for me. I really would follow her to the ends of the earth and ask questions later.. if ever.
Listen, every life cycle we as a society are gifted a handful of pure souls that should be protected at all cost!.. If things go as planned ( on a universal level) they often end up in lifetime roles where they can move the masses.. Some examples (in no particular order) being, Betty White, Dick Van Dyke, Diane Keaton (RIP you beautiful hummingbird), Barack and Michelle Obama, Keanu Reeves, Kelly Clarkson, Catherine O'Hara (I'm still in denial), Jeff Goldblum, and of course one Ms Viola Davis! Now I'm sure more than a few of you are wondering what I'm rambling about and why it matters.. Well, here it comes.. Because there isn't a thing on this floating space mound that doesn't turn to gold when this goddess touches it.. Seriously move the hell over Midas! So I KNEW, before I even read the title of this book, that it was going to be absolutely nothing short of amazing!
And obviously I was right! Speaking of Mr. Shyamalam, could we maybe give him a little ring-a-ding-ding and get the movie going? 🫣
I'm honestly godsmacked by how this was written and the power behind it.. This wasn't even "written", it was crafted..I've never read a book that played so much like a movie in my head. I know it sounds crazy but it's as if you can actually SEE everything happening! This wasn't just another book, it's truly a work of art. Especially how, if it weren't for words like "COVID" you'd have a hard time distinguishing if this was set in 1890, 1950, or 2020.. Ive never read a book that bobbed and weaved around a time period quite like this one does and it's really something magnificent to experience.. Unfortunately at the other end of that stick we have sh$t and reality. The sad reminder that even though we're past 2020, there are still so many parts of this country where you can't even tell what decade it is.
Also, Having Ms Davis narrate the book was another stroke of genius.. She could give the dead goosebumps with the power behind the way she speaks. Need a large body of water split and can't find Moses? No worries, just have Ms Davis go to the shore and start talking.
Needless to say I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who knows how to read
Until next time
Hades
🩵
I've never been a gambler but I think it's time I buy a Lotto ticket. First we had Nicholas Sparks with M. Night Shyamalam and NOW, WE HAVE JAMES PATTERSON AND QUEEN VIOLA DAVIS?!?!? WHATTTT????? Good GODS! What a time to be a bookworm!
I know Mr Patterson is known by several as the master of his craft but I would be lying if I said this wasn't my first James Patterson novel! Absolutely nothing personal, It just seems I've always been elsewhere. Honestly I probably wouldn't have given this one a second thought either. Again, a personal issue. Detective/ courtroom reads just aren't usually something I gravitate towards.
However,I was here the moment I saw Viola Davis was a part of this.. When Ms Davis says "jump" it's sort of a, "how high? From which bridge? Is there a specific longitude or latitude preference?" Type of situation for me. I really would follow her to the ends of the earth and ask questions later.. if ever.
Listen, every life cycle we as a society are gifted a handful of pure souls that should be protected at all cost!.. If things go as planned ( on a universal level) they often end up in lifetime roles where they can move the masses.. Some examples (in no particular order) being, Betty White, Dick Van Dyke, Diane Keaton (RIP you beautiful hummingbird), Barack and Michelle Obama, Keanu Reeves, Kelly Clarkson, Catherine O'Hara (I'm still in denial), Jeff Goldblum, and of course one Ms Viola Davis! Now I'm sure more than a few of you are wondering what I'm rambling about and why it matters.. Well, here it comes.. Because there isn't a thing on this floating space mound that doesn't turn to gold when this goddess touches it.. Seriously move the hell over Midas! So I KNEW, before I even read the title of this book, that it was going to be absolutely nothing short of amazing!
And obviously I was right! Speaking of Mr. Shyamalam, could we maybe give him a little ring-a-ding-ding and get the movie going? 🫣
I'm honestly godsmacked by how this was written and the power behind it.. This wasn't even "written", it was crafted..I've never read a book that played so much like a movie in my head. I know it sounds crazy but it's as if you can actually SEE everything happening! This wasn't just another book, it's truly a work of art. Especially how, if it weren't for words like "COVID" you'd have a hard time distinguishing if this was set in 1890, 1950, or 2020.. Ive never read a book that bobbed and weaved around a time period quite like this one does and it's really something magnificent to experience.. Unfortunately at the other end of that stick we have sh$t and reality. The sad reminder that even though we're past 2020, there are still so many parts of this country where you can't even tell what decade it is.
Also, Having Ms Davis narrate the book was another stroke of genius.. She could give the dead goosebumps with the power behind the way she speaks. Need a large body of water split and can't find Moses? No worries, just have Ms Davis go to the shore and start talking.
Needless to say I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who knows how to read
Until next time
Hades
🩵
March 12, 2026
I don’t know whose idea it was for Viola Davis and James Patterson to collab but they got a hit on their hands. I was on the edge of my seat hanging on to every single word. The notes I was taking while reading, the emotions rising from all the characters, the hatred spewing from being black in a small town in Alabama. The thin line between law and moral. This story was one of indignation and someone seeing that unfair treatment and actually doing something about it. I hope we get more from this duo.
March 19, 2026
Omg that was way more intense than I expected 😅 Full review to come
Had a skip the line waiting for me this morning in Libby for this title. Gonna just go ahead and jump in.
I’ve always loved Patterson, but this one with Viola is getting a lot of love!
Hope I love it too! 🤞🏼💖
Had a skip the line waiting for me this morning in Libby for this title. Gonna just go ahead and jump in.
I’ve always loved Patterson, but this one with Viola is getting a lot of love!
Hope I love it too! 🤞🏼💖
March 23, 2026
5 stars!
Loved this! Fantastic audio!
2026 Audiobook Favourites List!
A small town doctor in the Deep South on trial for performing an abortion. The town becomes divided by extreme viewpoints as the trial unfolds.
Judge Mary Stone sits at the center of this edge-of-your-seat controversial courtroom drama. Dedicated to her job, family and justice, she was an outstanding character who I loved rooting for. The first Black woman to be elected as circuit judge. Her character was brilliant on many levels. Strong, yet vulnerable. Hard working both in the courtroom and on her family farm. Well respected within the community for being firm yet fair. Decisive and law-abiding, yet emotional and empathetic.
This novel brings forth a situation where law versus morality are questioned. This gives the reader viewpoints on both sides, showing the extremes that often happen.
The town of Bullock County, Alabama was just as engrossing and immersive as the storyline itself. I loved the close-knit community feel where everyone knows everyone’s business. Religion is a heavy layer to this story. The local parish playing a big part in many of the townspeople’s mindset. The secondary characters were just as intriguing as the phenomenal main character. The relationships between Judge Stone and the secondary characters were a stand out aspect for me. Written so impactfully and memorable. Racism is a heavy layer throughout the plot that was brilliantly explored and examined.
Farm life is a theme that threads its way throughout this story. This was done incredibly well and added a softer dynamic to the plot. At the center of this story is a highly controversial, edge-of-your-seat legal case that challenges the readers opinions on the judicial system, yet the author brilliantly weaves themes of nature-focused animal and farm life into the narrative that softens the edges of the story. I loved all of these aspects. They made for a well-rounded, fully immersive, emotional and unforgettable reading experience.
Narration : 5+ stars! This is one of the best audiobook experiences I’ve had in a long time! Emotional. Powerful. Heartfelt. Viola Davis narrates this with perfect tones and pitches. Her expressions mastering the emotional level of every scene. This easily earned a spot on my 2026 Favourite Audiobook shelf!
Thank you to the publisher for my advanced listening copy!
Loved this! Fantastic audio!
2026 Audiobook Favourites List!
A small town doctor in the Deep South on trial for performing an abortion. The town becomes divided by extreme viewpoints as the trial unfolds.
Judge Mary Stone sits at the center of this edge-of-your-seat controversial courtroom drama. Dedicated to her job, family and justice, she was an outstanding character who I loved rooting for. The first Black woman to be elected as circuit judge. Her character was brilliant on many levels. Strong, yet vulnerable. Hard working both in the courtroom and on her family farm. Well respected within the community for being firm yet fair. Decisive and law-abiding, yet emotional and empathetic.
This novel brings forth a situation where law versus morality are questioned. This gives the reader viewpoints on both sides, showing the extremes that often happen.
The town of Bullock County, Alabama was just as engrossing and immersive as the storyline itself. I loved the close-knit community feel where everyone knows everyone’s business. Religion is a heavy layer to this story. The local parish playing a big part in many of the townspeople’s mindset. The secondary characters were just as intriguing as the phenomenal main character. The relationships between Judge Stone and the secondary characters were a stand out aspect for me. Written so impactfully and memorable. Racism is a heavy layer throughout the plot that was brilliantly explored and examined.
Farm life is a theme that threads its way throughout this story. This was done incredibly well and added a softer dynamic to the plot. At the center of this story is a highly controversial, edge-of-your-seat legal case that challenges the readers opinions on the judicial system, yet the author brilliantly weaves themes of nature-focused animal and farm life into the narrative that softens the edges of the story. I loved all of these aspects. They made for a well-rounded, fully immersive, emotional and unforgettable reading experience.
Narration : 5+ stars! This is one of the best audiobook experiences I’ve had in a long time! Emotional. Powerful. Heartfelt. Viola Davis narrates this with perfect tones and pitches. Her expressions mastering the emotional level of every scene. This easily earned a spot on my 2026 Favourite Audiobook shelf!
Thank you to the publisher for my advanced listening copy!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Judge Stone is brilliant! i know that I am always gushing about James Patterson books but when the man himself says it is one of his best books you better believe him. What a combination with the incredible Viola Davis, who also narrates and brings Judge Mary Stone to life. I can absolutely see this on the screen with her playing the lead role, it needs to happen.
An emotionally charged courtroom drama that will make you think, it will make you angry and it will stay with you for a long time after you finish. I devoured the audiobook over 2 days and I am excitedly for it to be out in the world so that I can talk about it with other readers.
Set in the Bible belt in a small town in Alabama, Judge Stone is a respected circuit court judge who upholds the law and keeps the community safe. Until this new controversial case centred around a 13 year old girl and the doctor who helped her. This case will divide the town and the locals react to what is happening in the courtroom. It gets personal, it gets violent and dangerous for all those involved.
Now this book covers some difficult issues and is not an easy read at all. It is all handled so well by the authors. I was engrossed from the very beginning. It was never predictable, and with short punchy chapters it is easy just to keep reading.
I loved Mary Stone. She was tough, caring, and likeable. She is very real and I was in her corner all the way. I would love to read more about her. We learn her story throughout the book but I feel that there is so much more to her.
I am so grateful to Macmillan Audio and Little, Brown and Company for allowing me to listen to this early. If you are a fan of audiobooks then I highly recommend you listen to this. You will not be sorry. This will be a favourite for 2026. Out on March 9th.
An emotionally charged courtroom drama that will make you think, it will make you angry and it will stay with you for a long time after you finish. I devoured the audiobook over 2 days and I am excitedly for it to be out in the world so that I can talk about it with other readers.
Set in the Bible belt in a small town in Alabama, Judge Stone is a respected circuit court judge who upholds the law and keeps the community safe. Until this new controversial case centred around a 13 year old girl and the doctor who helped her. This case will divide the town and the locals react to what is happening in the courtroom. It gets personal, it gets violent and dangerous for all those involved.
Now this book covers some difficult issues and is not an easy read at all. It is all handled so well by the authors. I was engrossed from the very beginning. It was never predictable, and with short punchy chapters it is easy just to keep reading.
I loved Mary Stone. She was tough, caring, and likeable. She is very real and I was in her corner all the way. I would love to read more about her. We learn her story throughout the book but I feel that there is so much more to her.
I am so grateful to Macmillan Audio and Little, Brown and Company for allowing me to listen to this early. If you are a fan of audiobooks then I highly recommend you listen to this. You will not be sorry. This will be a favourite for 2026. Out on March 9th.
March 12, 2026
Justice set in Stone.
Set in the (real) small Alabama town of Union Springs - population less than 3,5000 -, Judge Stone follows Judge Mary Stone, a woman who balances two deeply rooted responsibilities: presiding over her courtroom and running her family farm. When she's faced with the most controversial case in the town's history, the legal answer may be straightforward - but the ethical implications are anything but.
James Patterson and Viola Davis deliver a legal thriller that's less about courtroom theatrics and more about the moral weight carried by the person behind the bench. What makes the story work so well is Judge Stone herself. She’s one of the most memorable characters I've encountered in a long time - principled, thoughtful, and deeply human. At its core, the novel becomes an absorbing character study of a woman whose decisions carry enormous consequences for her community.
Despite the title, there isn't as much courtroom drama as you might expect; much of the story unfolds outside the courthouse. Yet this perspective - seeing the case through the eyes of the judge rather than the attorneys - adds a refreshing angle to the legal thriller genre. While the ending feels just a little too neat, the journey there is thoroughly compelling.
The audiobook elevates the experience even further. Narrated by Viola Davis herself, the performance is nothing short of stellar. Davis brings exactly the gravitas Judge Stone demands, grounding the character with emotional depth and quiet authority. Her narration gives the story a cinematic quality that almost begs for a screen adaptation. If you're interested in reading this book, I highly recommend the audiobook version.
This is certainly not a light celebrity popcorn read. The story grapples with heavy themes (checking the content warnings is wise if that's something you typically do), but despite its darker undertones, it remains completely engrossing - largely because Judge Stone is such a compelling figure to follow.
And on a personal note, bonus points for the mention of Brandi Carlile's music as a favorite - with which I wholeheartedly agree.
A thoughtful, character-driven thriller and a collaboration well worth the verdict.
Many thanks to Hachette Audio | Little, Brown & Company for providing me with an ARC of the audiobook via NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
"Judge Stone" was published on March 9, 2026, and is available now.
Set in the (real) small Alabama town of Union Springs - population less than 3,5000 -, Judge Stone follows Judge Mary Stone, a woman who balances two deeply rooted responsibilities: presiding over her courtroom and running her family farm. When she's faced with the most controversial case in the town's history, the legal answer may be straightforward - but the ethical implications are anything but.
James Patterson and Viola Davis deliver a legal thriller that's less about courtroom theatrics and more about the moral weight carried by the person behind the bench. What makes the story work so well is Judge Stone herself. She’s one of the most memorable characters I've encountered in a long time - principled, thoughtful, and deeply human. At its core, the novel becomes an absorbing character study of a woman whose decisions carry enormous consequences for her community.
Despite the title, there isn't as much courtroom drama as you might expect; much of the story unfolds outside the courthouse. Yet this perspective - seeing the case through the eyes of the judge rather than the attorneys - adds a refreshing angle to the legal thriller genre. While the ending feels just a little too neat, the journey there is thoroughly compelling.
The audiobook elevates the experience even further. Narrated by Viola Davis herself, the performance is nothing short of stellar. Davis brings exactly the gravitas Judge Stone demands, grounding the character with emotional depth and quiet authority. Her narration gives the story a cinematic quality that almost begs for a screen adaptation. If you're interested in reading this book, I highly recommend the audiobook version.
This is certainly not a light celebrity popcorn read. The story grapples with heavy themes (checking the content warnings is wise if that's something you typically do), but despite its darker undertones, it remains completely engrossing - largely because Judge Stone is such a compelling figure to follow.
And on a personal note, bonus points for the mention of Brandi Carlile's music as a favorite - with which I wholeheartedly agree.
A thoughtful, character-driven thriller and a collaboration well worth the verdict.
Many thanks to Hachette Audio | Little, Brown & Company for providing me with an ARC of the audiobook via NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
"Judge Stone" was published on March 9, 2026, and is available now.
February 18, 2026
JUDGE STONE
By Viola Davis and James Patterson
Narrated by Viola Davis
A courtroom thriller with heart.
I was fully invested in this emotionally gripping courtroom drama, with the honorable Judge Stone presiding over a case that divides the town of Union Springs, Alabama. Judge Stone has a commanding presence in this controversial trial, which draws national attention.
The collaboration between Viola Davis and James Patterson is exceptional. The story plays out in a very visual way—scenes move quickly, dialogue is sharp, and descriptions are clear and direct. The tone is serious, suspenseful, emotional, and empowering. Viola Davis’ narration brings the story to life and gives it real heart.
Judge Stone is a fierce, intelligent, and determined woman who takes her role in the courtroom seriously, yet she is also human and vulnerable. The book explores themes of justice, power, resilience, social inequality, and personal struggle.
I loved every minute of this book, and I’m thrilled to hear it may be adapted into a movie or series. Thank you to NetGalley and Hachette Audio for the ARC.
By Viola Davis and James Patterson
Narrated by Viola Davis
A courtroom thriller with heart.
I was fully invested in this emotionally gripping courtroom drama, with the honorable Judge Stone presiding over a case that divides the town of Union Springs, Alabama. Judge Stone has a commanding presence in this controversial trial, which draws national attention.
The collaboration between Viola Davis and James Patterson is exceptional. The story plays out in a very visual way—scenes move quickly, dialogue is sharp, and descriptions are clear and direct. The tone is serious, suspenseful, emotional, and empowering. Viola Davis’ narration brings the story to life and gives it real heart.
Judge Stone is a fierce, intelligent, and determined woman who takes her role in the courtroom seriously, yet she is also human and vulnerable. The book explores themes of justice, power, resilience, social inequality, and personal struggle.
I loved every minute of this book, and I’m thrilled to hear it may be adapted into a movie or series. Thank you to NetGalley and Hachette Audio for the ARC.
March 19, 2026
Solid five-star read. Judge Mary Stone is a badass, and I hope this isn’t the last we see of her.
Set in the deep South of Alabama—the heart of the Bible Belt—this compelling courtroom drama tackles controversial issues. Judge Stone, a respected circuit court judge, presides over a highly sensitive case involving a pregnant 13-year-old and the physician accused of helping her.
Things get personal—and violent—as the case escalates. Judge Stone proves she’s brilliant and no-nonsense when it comes to her job and justice. As a Black woman serving as a judge in the Deep South, she also runs headfirst into racism and sexism along the way.
The story kept me hooked from beginning to end. The collaboration between James Patterson and Viola Davis works perfectly.
The audiobook is outstanding. Viola Davis’s narration is superb and brings the entire story to life. Viola Davis IS Mary Stone!
Highly recommended. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Set in the deep South of Alabama—the heart of the Bible Belt—this compelling courtroom drama tackles controversial issues. Judge Stone, a respected circuit court judge, presides over a highly sensitive case involving a pregnant 13-year-old and the physician accused of helping her.
Things get personal—and violent—as the case escalates. Judge Stone proves she’s brilliant and no-nonsense when it comes to her job and justice. As a Black woman serving as a judge in the Deep South, she also runs headfirst into racism and sexism along the way.
The story kept me hooked from beginning to end. The collaboration between James Patterson and Viola Davis works perfectly.
The audiobook is outstanding. Viola Davis’s narration is superb and brings the entire story to life. Viola Davis IS Mary Stone!
Highly recommended. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
March 15, 2026
I received this as an arc audiobook from NetGalley and @HachetteAudio. This book was AMAZING! Totally out of my normal realm but super good nonetheless. I love the whole court case drama and what went on behind the scenes. Really getting down to the nitty gritty was just exhilarating need more court drama books asap
March 18, 2026
I received an advance listener copy of this book to listen to in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.
***AUDIO BOOK VERSION***
Judge Stone was a book I just had to listen to once I heard Viola Davis had co-written it with James Patterson and also narrated it too, and she sure did an incredible job of both!
Judge Stone is a courtroom legal drama about a thirteen year old girl who had an abortion carried out by the local doctor in a small town in Alabama that was both illegal and dangerous in the state the book is set in. Judge Mary Stone is presiding over the trial and has worked hard to get where she is both as being a woman and black. But the case isn't an easy one and corruption, prejudice and emotions running high through the town make the trial even harder and more dangerous than she accounted for and despite becoming a target herself, Mary Stone isn't one to back down or give in.
The detail written into this book really brought the case to life and Viola Davis was breathtaking in her narration. With short chapters and lots of tension, thought-provoking moments and unforgettable characters, this is one legal thriller you don't want to pass up and is a very current and important read for all.
***AUDIO BOOK VERSION***
Judge Stone was a book I just had to listen to once I heard Viola Davis had co-written it with James Patterson and also narrated it too, and she sure did an incredible job of both!
Judge Stone is a courtroom legal drama about a thirteen year old girl who had an abortion carried out by the local doctor in a small town in Alabama that was both illegal and dangerous in the state the book is set in. Judge Mary Stone is presiding over the trial and has worked hard to get where she is both as being a woman and black. But the case isn't an easy one and corruption, prejudice and emotions running high through the town make the trial even harder and more dangerous than she accounted for and despite becoming a target herself, Mary Stone isn't one to back down or give in.
The detail written into this book really brought the case to life and Viola Davis was breathtaking in her narration. With short chapters and lots of tension, thought-provoking moments and unforgettable characters, this is one legal thriller you don't want to pass up and is a very current and important read for all.
March 23, 2026
So so good!!! 🔥
A legal thriller by Viola Davis x James Patterson ⚖️🏛️🐄🏡🔥 this was gripping, real, and raw. The writing was so descriptive and vivid I could literally see everything playing out in my head.
I did an immersive read and having Viola Davis narrate it just took it to another level 🎧✨⚖️ it made everything feel even more clear and real. Honestly, you’d be doing yourself a disservice if you don’t include the audio, it was that good.
Set in rural Alabama 🐄🏡🌾 this was intense just like you would expect ⚖️🔥 and I could 100% see this as a limited series on a streaming platform 🎬🏛️
This book will definitely pull on your heart and your moral strings ⚖️💔🔥 it really makes you think.
Also this was my first James Patterson book and I will definitely be looking into his catalog after this 👀📚⚖️
Read it!!! 🏛️🔥
Thank you Hachette Audio for the ALC 🎧✨
Pre-Read:🎧🎧🎧
Just picked up the Target Edition, I heard the audiobook is a must, since Ms Viola is narrating it!!
A legal thriller by Viola Davis x James Patterson ⚖️🏛️🐄🏡🔥 this was gripping, real, and raw. The writing was so descriptive and vivid I could literally see everything playing out in my head.
I did an immersive read and having Viola Davis narrate it just took it to another level 🎧✨⚖️ it made everything feel even more clear and real. Honestly, you’d be doing yourself a disservice if you don’t include the audio, it was that good.
Set in rural Alabama 🐄🏡🌾 this was intense just like you would expect ⚖️🔥 and I could 100% see this as a limited series on a streaming platform 🎬🏛️
This book will definitely pull on your heart and your moral strings ⚖️💔🔥 it really makes you think.
Also this was my first James Patterson book and I will definitely be looking into his catalog after this 👀📚⚖️
Read it!!! 🏛️🔥
Thank you Hachette Audio for the ALC 🎧✨
Pre-Read:🎧🎧🎧
Just picked up the Target Edition, I heard the audiobook is a must, since Ms Viola is narrating it!!
February 23, 2026
First off, let’s start with Viola Davis’s narration in this audiobook! She did amazing as the adult voice, and even when she did Nova’s small voice. To me, narrating adult and Children’s voices takes a special type of talent.
Judge Mary Stone has officially made my “I wanna be like her when I grow up” list! She stood her ground even in impossible situations, and trust when I say some of the things she faced will break most. A black female judge in the southern small town of Union Springs, Alabama had to have thick skin in her profession, but mix in racially & morally charged subjects this could be a recipe for disaster!
I felt very bad for Nova, her mom had absolutely no desire to protect nor stand by her child! It was truly heartbreaking & sadly far too realistic than people care to admit. The trauma that was lingering from the characters in this story was mind blowing, including Judge Stone’s own trauma.
In some moments, a few of the themes gave me the movie A Time to K i l l vibes, and I loved every moment! Overall an excellent & amazing story, Viola Davis & James Patterson did a great job with this story. Thank you NetGalley & Hachette Audio for an advanced listening copy.
Publication 🗓️ : 03.09.26
Judge Mary Stone has officially made my “I wanna be like her when I grow up” list! She stood her ground even in impossible situations, and trust when I say some of the things she faced will break most. A black female judge in the southern small town of Union Springs, Alabama had to have thick skin in her profession, but mix in racially & morally charged subjects this could be a recipe for disaster!
I felt very bad for Nova, her mom had absolutely no desire to protect nor stand by her child! It was truly heartbreaking & sadly far too realistic than people care to admit. The trauma that was lingering from the characters in this story was mind blowing, including Judge Stone’s own trauma.
In some moments, a few of the themes gave me the movie A Time to K i l l vibes, and I loved every moment! Overall an excellent & amazing story, Viola Davis & James Patterson did a great job with this story. Thank you NetGalley & Hachette Audio for an advanced listening copy.
Publication 🗓️ : 03.09.26
March 19, 2026
I normally avoid when well-known actors try their hand at writing fiction because I found that they either tried to hard to establish themselves as authors or the ill feeling that they had a member of their entourage write their half for them. Viola Davis' collaboration with James Patterson Judge Stone is the complete opposite because I heard I Ms. Davis' distinct voice as I read the novel just as well as when I listened to her read the equally as good audio version. The story that both authors came up with is a real doozy that centers on Judge Mary Stone persiding over a case where Dr. Bria Gains is put on trial after performing an abortion on 13 year old Nova Scott whose pregancy was a result of her being sexually assulted. The story's setting, Union Springs, Alabama, (where abortion is now illegal in in the state) effects Judge Stone both personally and professionally especially after she learns about Nova's sexual assault. Incidents from Stone's past that she emotionally burried years ago resurface that launches the case and Stone into a tailspin. Davis and Patterson pull no punches in the controversial issues in their story particularly abortion. They don't take sides, but instead let it become a catalyst for their story. Judge Stone herself is strong, but has a vulnerabilty that balances her out that makes her relatable. (I couldn't help but picture Davis as the lead in its eventual limited series on Netflix). The courtroom scenes are intense as they should be in a legal thiriller, but the book's standout is the character of Nova. She's not only the victim in the case, but a victim of a young girl who feels unloved and unworthy broke my heart especially when she is put on the stand. I decided to read Judge Stone because I saw Davis' name on its front cover. I knew she would put the same heart and soul as a writer that she does as an actress. Judge Stone is not only a page turner, but has both a depth and humanity that remains from begining to end.
March 20, 2026
Viola Davis does not miss, and this was no exception.
From the very first chapter, you can feel the control over every detail. The writing is sharp, intentional, and grounded in a way that makes the legal side of the story feel real, not overdone or performative. The courtroom dynamics, the ethical tension, the weight of every decision Judge Stone has to make, it all felt incredibly authentic and honestly fascinating to read.
The plot itself is tight and layered. What starts off feeling straightforward quickly turns into something much bigger. There is a constant push and pull between what is legally right and what is morally right, and that tension carries the entire story. You are not just reading for the outcome, you are questioning everything alongside her.
And the twists actually land. They are not thrown in for shock value. They build. You feel them coming just enough to stay hooked, but not enough to predict how everything unfolds. By the end, it is clear this story was crafted with intention from start to finish.
Judge Stone as a character is what really makes this stand out. Strong, complex, and deeply human. Balancing her role in the courtroom with her personal life added another layer that made every decision hit harder.
This was just a really, really good read.
From the very first chapter, you can feel the control over every detail. The writing is sharp, intentional, and grounded in a way that makes the legal side of the story feel real, not overdone or performative. The courtroom dynamics, the ethical tension, the weight of every decision Judge Stone has to make, it all felt incredibly authentic and honestly fascinating to read.
The plot itself is tight and layered. What starts off feeling straightforward quickly turns into something much bigger. There is a constant push and pull between what is legally right and what is morally right, and that tension carries the entire story. You are not just reading for the outcome, you are questioning everything alongside her.
And the twists actually land. They are not thrown in for shock value. They build. You feel them coming just enough to stay hooked, but not enough to predict how everything unfolds. By the end, it is clear this story was crafted with intention from start to finish.
Judge Stone as a character is what really makes this stand out. Strong, complex, and deeply human. Balancing her role in the courtroom with her personal life added another layer that made every decision hit harder.
This was just a really, really good read.
February 13, 2026
Thank you, thank you sooo much @hachetteaudio @littlebrown @netgalley for allowing me to be an early listener!
Listen, VIOLA DAVIS NARRATES THIS BOOK!!!!!!! Ahhh!! Once I realized that, I was SEATED!!
Immediately, you are snatched into this storyline. It is emotionally gripping from the very beginning and the tensions don’t let up off your neck until the very end. The subject matter is controversial but I feel the authors handled the topic with care.
Judge Mary Stone is one fierce woman and her courtroom is her domain!! You felt her energy in every courtroom scene and it got me so hype. It was reminiscent to her moments on How to Get Away with Murder; that same commanding presence, her super sharp intellect, and “don’t play with me” courtroom energy. 🤏🏾🤏🏾 I’m getting hype all over again just typing this!
This novel makes you consider being in shoes such as a judge and making decisions that are beyond difficult to make.
I’m so happy Viola narrated this dynamite story; she truly was phenomenal. Her emotion, her ability to get into character, to embody these personas that she takes on, my goodness this woman is an icon! Because I know Vi (I love giving a nickname to everyone lol) I could literally see her playing the role of this honorable Judge Stone— this obviously needs to be a movie!!
FIVE STARS! FIVE MARVELOUS, GLORIOUS STARS! WOW!!!
Listen, VIOLA DAVIS NARRATES THIS BOOK!!!!!!! Ahhh!! Once I realized that, I was SEATED!!
Immediately, you are snatched into this storyline. It is emotionally gripping from the very beginning and the tensions don’t let up off your neck until the very end. The subject matter is controversial but I feel the authors handled the topic with care.
Judge Mary Stone is one fierce woman and her courtroom is her domain!! You felt her energy in every courtroom scene and it got me so hype. It was reminiscent to her moments on How to Get Away with Murder; that same commanding presence, her super sharp intellect, and “don’t play with me” courtroom energy. 🤏🏾🤏🏾 I’m getting hype all over again just typing this!
This novel makes you consider being in shoes such as a judge and making decisions that are beyond difficult to make.
I’m so happy Viola narrated this dynamite story; she truly was phenomenal. Her emotion, her ability to get into character, to embody these personas that she takes on, my goodness this woman is an icon! Because I know Vi (I love giving a nickname to everyone lol) I could literally see her playing the role of this honorable Judge Stone— this obviously needs to be a movie!!
FIVE STARS! FIVE MARVELOUS, GLORIOUS STARS! WOW!!!
March 16, 2026
Judge Stone needs to be made into a movie with Viola Davis in the role of Judge Mary Stone!
March 21, 2026
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March 1, 2026
I’ll be honest: I don’t typically consider myself a fan of James Patterson, especially given the sheer volume of titles he “co-writes” each year. That said, his high profile collaborations with cultural heavyweights like Clinton, Dolly Parton, and now Academy Award winner Viola Davis have undeniably piqued my interest. And Judge Stone may very well be my favorite Patterson novel yet.
Brought to life by a landmark narration from Davis herself, the advanced audiobook provided by the publisher is one of the most compelling listening experiences I’ve had in quite some time. Davis gives absolutely everything to the role of Judge Mary Stone, a bench judge running for reelection while presiding over a volatile criminal case involving a doctor accused of performing an abortion on a 13-year-old girl in Alabama. Her performance is layered, commanding, and full of emotion.
I was completely enraptured by this novel; the tension of the courtroom drama intertwined seamlessly with the unraveling revelations about Judge Stone’s past and the sacrifices that shaped her career. The pacing is relentless, the stakes feel urgent and timely, and the emotional depth caught me off guard in the best way.
This is a stunner of a novel….impossible to put down.
Brought to life by a landmark narration from Davis herself, the advanced audiobook provided by the publisher is one of the most compelling listening experiences I’ve had in quite some time. Davis gives absolutely everything to the role of Judge Mary Stone, a bench judge running for reelection while presiding over a volatile criminal case involving a doctor accused of performing an abortion on a 13-year-old girl in Alabama. Her performance is layered, commanding, and full of emotion.
I was completely enraptured by this novel; the tension of the courtroom drama intertwined seamlessly with the unraveling revelations about Judge Stone’s past and the sacrifices that shaped her career. The pacing is relentless, the stakes feel urgent and timely, and the emotional depth caught me off guard in the best way.
This is a stunner of a novel….impossible to put down.
March 14, 2026
A gut-wrenching and dark but thought-provoking read. Lots of triggers. I enjoyed this one.
Bria a physician has been arrested and will face trial for giving unlawful abortions - everyone is advising the judge, Stone, to not try this case. Pass it along to another judge they tell her. But she won’t be backed into a corner, she will take this case.
Judge Stone is wrestling with her farm chores and a case of the times. But is also being threatened that she could lose everything she’s spent her life building. Her farm. Everything is on the line in this case.
The tension just kept building.
She also faces racism and sexism in her line of work, but stands strong in her convictions. I loved this character. So much. She doesn’t take crap from anyone and isn’t afraid to speak her mind.
🎧: Yoooo Viola Davis as a narrator? HELL FKING YASS! Listen to this one!
I loved the Alabama setting.
The book tackles many important issues and I could see some of Viola’s own life throughout the book.
A good legal thriller.
Bria a physician has been arrested and will face trial for giving unlawful abortions - everyone is advising the judge, Stone, to not try this case. Pass it along to another judge they tell her. But she won’t be backed into a corner, she will take this case.
Judge Stone is wrestling with her farm chores and a case of the times. But is also being threatened that she could lose everything she’s spent her life building. Her farm. Everything is on the line in this case.
The tension just kept building.
She also faces racism and sexism in her line of work, but stands strong in her convictions. I loved this character. So much. She doesn’t take crap from anyone and isn’t afraid to speak her mind.
🎧: Yoooo Viola Davis as a narrator? HELL FKING YASS! Listen to this one!
I loved the Alabama setting.
The book tackles many important issues and I could see some of Viola’s own life throughout the book.
A good legal thriller.
March 20, 2026
Judge stone is one of those books that sits in a space I already feel strongly about. It explores pro life vs. pro choice, racism, and how women are often antagonized for making deeply personal decisions about their lives. The court terminology was so detailed & realistic it genuinely feels like you’re sitting in the courtroom watching it all unfold. ⚖️
At times, it felt a bit repetitive, which slightly took away from the impact..
Still, this is a book I respect. If you care about women’s rights & autonomy, it will resonate.
At times, it felt a bit repetitive, which slightly took away from the impact..
Still, this is a book I respect. If you care about women’s rights & autonomy, it will resonate.
March 18, 2026
If you enjoyed How to get away with Murder then you’ll enjoy this read especially since it’s narrated by Viola Davis herself.
This was a good read. Judge Stone resides in a small southern town where folks are racist, church going bible thumpers who love to use the words in the bible as a weapon, and love to hate to see a black woman thriving and successful.
When Judge Stone’s new case about a doctor who performed a procedure on a 13 year old goes to trial all hell breaks loose. People’s true colors start to show. But Judge Stone will not let that tear her down even though she’s tired of it all.
I enjoyed this read and I stand behind Judge Stone 100%
Thank you to NetGalley for the ALC!
This was a good read. Judge Stone resides in a small southern town where folks are racist, church going bible thumpers who love to use the words in the bible as a weapon, and love to hate to see a black woman thriving and successful.
When Judge Stone’s new case about a doctor who performed a procedure on a 13 year old goes to trial all hell breaks loose. People’s true colors start to show. But Judge Stone will not let that tear her down even though she’s tired of it all.
I enjoyed this read and I stand behind Judge Stone 100%
Thank you to NetGalley for the ALC!
March 10, 2026
This excellent legal thriller is available now. I have been eager to read this book as soon as I learned Viola Davis and James Patterson were teaming up to write a book and I was not disappointed! This book is so much more than a legal thriller. It is a beautiful story about a strong black woman who sticks to her principles to uphold justice for the people in her Alabama circuit court district. The job of a judge is hard enough, but as a black woman in a small Southern town, Judge Mary has to work even harder and faces prejudices that most of her colleagues can't even imagine.
The book starts with some smaller cases, letting us get to know Judge Stone before the central case of the book begins. This controversial case could make or break careers and have life-changing consequences for several characters. The issue is polarizing and violence comes to the small town of Union Springs, Alabama as protesters from both sides, many from out-of-state, clash. I don't want to give away too much of the story, but I will say this dramatic courtroom thriller is intense, heartbreaking, inspiring, and surprising. I wasn't sure which way the case would go, but either way I knew I admired Mary Stone and the way this story was told. I highly recommend this book.
I received a copy of this ebook from Little, Brown and Company and NetGalley. My review is voluntary and unbiased.
The book starts with some smaller cases, letting us get to know Judge Stone before the central case of the book begins. This controversial case could make or break careers and have life-changing consequences for several characters. The issue is polarizing and violence comes to the small town of Union Springs, Alabama as protesters from both sides, many from out-of-state, clash. I don't want to give away too much of the story, but I will say this dramatic courtroom thriller is intense, heartbreaking, inspiring, and surprising. I wasn't sure which way the case would go, but either way I knew I admired Mary Stone and the way this story was told. I highly recommend this book.
I received a copy of this ebook from Little, Brown and Company and NetGalley. My review is voluntary and unbiased.
March 14, 2026
All the stars, no notes. What a captivating and emotionally driven story. This story absolutely had its claws in my heart. It was gut wrenching and enraging to watch this story play out, I know that this book is a work of fiction, but stuff like this is still happening in this country. Gah, I loved that Davis and Patterson wrote about such a hot topic. So many things were covered in this book, abortion, racism, politics, corruption, religion, humanity, justice, healthcare, the legal system, and poverty.
Did I love it? Absolutely, 5 stars.
Would I read this book again? Probably not, it's not great for my mental health.
Am I going to recommend it to everyone I know? Heck yes.
Format: audiobook - bravo Viola, your narration brought this story to life!
Thank you so much to NetGalley, Viola Davis, James Patterson, and Hachette Audio for the ALC!
Did I love it? Absolutely, 5 stars.
Would I read this book again? Probably not, it's not great for my mental health.
Am I going to recommend it to everyone I know? Heck yes.
Format: audiobook - bravo Viola, your narration brought this story to life!
Thank you so much to NetGalley, Viola Davis, James Patterson, and Hachette Audio for the ALC!
March 21, 2026
So when is the screen adaptation coming out? This was PHENOMENAL 👏🏾👏🏾🔥🔥
March 13, 2026
2.5 ⭐️ I only picked this up bc I love viola davis but this was pretty mediocre
February 23, 2026
This is the best legal thriller I have read this year and hands down will be a favorite for me this year! This was a timely story that handled a controversial issue delicately.
I listened to Viola Davis narrate her own memoir. So when I saw Nae @naesnextchapter rave about this book and how Viola Davis was the narrator, I jumped at the chance to read this. She did a wonderful job of narrating the voices of all the characters, especially Judge Stone. I listened at 1.75x speed.
Thank you to Hachette audio for the gifted audiobook and the opportunity to preview this book. All opinions are my own.
I listened to Viola Davis narrate her own memoir. So when I saw Nae @naesnextchapter rave about this book and how Viola Davis was the narrator, I jumped at the chance to read this. She did a wonderful job of narrating the voices of all the characters, especially Judge Stone. I listened at 1.75x speed.
Thank you to Hachette audio for the gifted audiobook and the opportunity to preview this book. All opinions are my own.
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