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Hit List
(Stone Barrington #53)
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When Stone Barrington finds his name on a hit list, he plans to lie low until the culprit is caught. But when this foe shows no signs of stopping until his deadly objective is realized in full, Stone is left with no choice but to face the problem head-on.
Armed and alert, Stone joins forces with his most savvy connections to catch the perpetrator before the next strike. But ...more
Armed and alert, Stone joins forces with his most savvy connections to catch the perpetrator before the next strike. But ...more
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Your choice to pick the most inept. The Hitter, The Hittee, The Police Commissioner and The Law Firm. All the nonsense welded between the usual Stone sexcapades. 0 of 10 stars
This series is a repetitive loop of the same basic plot. How many home security systems does a person need? (Stone) Can Vanessa be more of a bimbo stereotype? Why in one instance Vanessa was eager to shoot someone while a chapter later, she was too afraid to look at a long gun? Same as previous novels; Dino and Vivian abandon their jobs and personal lives on a whim to travel around the world with Stone. BTW, what happened to Bob the dog? He was the most interesting character! A pure waste of
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2.5 stars.
Keystone Cops
I believe this is the most ridiculous book Ive ever read. Im obviously used to the formula writing, but this one takes the cake. Follow that plane... ...more
I believe this is the most ridiculous book Ive ever read. Im obviously used to the formula writing, but this one takes the cake. Follow that plane... ...more
This book was just okay to me. Stone is his usual blundering self lately who has found his name on a hit list. Dino tries to help and what ensues was pure disbelief on my part. Stone can't figure out why his name would appear on a hit list (any number of women immediately came to my mind) and doesn't quite take the appropriate precautions in the beginning. His womanizing knows no bounds. It seems unbelievable that he picks up women without any preamble. The constant globetrotting and giving
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This was the worst Stuart Woods / Stone Barrington book I have read - and I have read them all. They were all quick and easy reads. Yes, they were predictable. I still enjoyed them. They were never great. My ratings for most of them were only 3 stars. Still, I read them all. After 52 books I felt like I was catching up with old friends.
But this one was bad. It went on too long, and was just blatantly ridiculous too often. Near the end Barrington was racing around the streets of Harlem on a ...more
But this one was bad. It went on too long, and was just blatantly ridiculous too often. Near the end Barrington was racing around the streets of Harlem on a ...more
Did Not Finish
4.5 stars Much better than the previous two or three. Plot is fairly interesting and somewhat realistic ... in Barrington-world, anyway! I enjoyed it.
I was very disappointed with the last Stone Barrington installment. Over the course of a few years the books have increased the unimaginable increase in Stone's wealth, influence and womanizing but it added to a fictional hero. This installment overplayed these aspects. The bantering between Stone and Dino has always been amusing; in this installment, their keystone cops antics dilute and disrespect the positions they hold, Police Commissioner and respected attorney.
If the author has no more to ...more
If the author has no more to ...more
I'm a Stuart Woods fan so anything I say should be taken with that in mind. This was action packed and full of fun. There was a light and jovial atmosphere which I needed during this time of national panic. Woods always gives me a break from the real world and seems to pull me into this delightful fantasy of Stone Barrington and his friends. I needed the break. Great book.
As always a great read
Since I love these characters it is so easy to not want to stop reading once I start. Always anxious for the next.
Since I love these characters it is so easy to not want to stop reading once I start. Always anxious for the next.
This is another fantastic Stone Barrington book by Stuart Woods. Okay, I know I say that about every one of these books, but its true. Enjoy!
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A good addition
Very well told story with the expected professional flare you expect from a Stuart Woods novel. Great action and flow. These books are my favorites and they are over too soon.
Very well told story with the expected professional flare you expect from a Stuart Woods novel. Great action and flow. These books are my favorites and they are over too soon.
Another great adventure!
Stone is a great character. The supporting cast are just as alive and well written as the main character. They are always fighting the good fight.
Stone is a great character. The supporting cast are just as alive and well written as the main character. They are always fighting the good fight.
Rcsva13
Another great read from Stuart Woods. I have enjoyed rereading all of the Stone Barrington books.Looking forward to the next book
Another great read from Stuart Woods. I have enjoyed rereading all of the Stone Barrington books.Looking forward to the next book
Hope there is no Book 54
They are getting worse and worse. The plot is inane and the telling equals it. No more for me Mr. Woods.
They are getting worse and worse. The plot is inane and the telling equals it. No more for me Mr. Woods.
The worst yet. What a serious disappointment. He is losing his edge
I wont be buying any more of his books which is das because Ive never missed onr ...more
I wont be buying any more of his books which is das because Ive never missed onr ...more
Loved the adventure
Old motorcycles, friends, Dino backing Stone up! Well worth the read with a exhilarating finish! So looking forward to Madam President.
Old motorcycles, friends, Dino backing Stone up! Well worth the read with a exhilarating finish! So looking forward to Madam President.
Exciting read
This one was really full of twists and turns. Hopping from country to country . Excellent ending, cant wait for the next book ...more
This one was really full of twists and turns. Hopping from country to country . Excellent ending, cant wait for the next book ...more
Fast Moving and Fun
I couldn't put this down. Great fantasy, world view, lovely fashion, and strong women. Plus a great definition of a sociopath. What's not to enjoy!!
I couldn't put this down. Great fantasy, world view, lovely fashion, and strong women. Plus a great definition of a sociopath. What's not to enjoy!!
The old Stuart Woods has returned with another well written cannot put it down until you finished
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At the beginning of HIT LIST, Stone Barrington receives an envelope containing a hit list with this message: Dead, no special order, starting soon. Figure it out. He immediately calls his best friend, Dino Bacchetti, the New York City police commissioner, along with his other contacts in law enforcement and the government. All of these people are ready to help Stone at a moments notice. Everyone on the list was an employee at one time at Strategic Services, a private security firm, except for
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Stone receives a 'Hit List' and he's the last name on it. After two murders of persons on the list, he realizes that the list is not in order. After shooting a woman that pulled a silenced pistol on him in a store, he befriends her and finds out her boyfriend put her up to it. As she's recovering from the shooting, she is put in a small apartment with a nurse and two cops to guard her. The cops, her nurse and she are also murdered. Stone, Dino, and the rest of the NYPD are searching for her
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Last year I read more than 300 books and buy most at the local Friends of the Library bookstore at $25 for a bag of books. When I find A new Author, I try to fill in at the bookstore and buy the ones I cannot find used on Amazon.
Stuart Woods in one of the very few authors that I purchase new. As soon a book is scheduled, I preorder on Amazon. Hit List is one of his better books.
A very good plot, the usual cast of characters plus Ed Eagle and Herbie Fisher, and laugh out loud dialogue. An ...more
Stuart Woods in one of the very few authors that I purchase new. As soon a book is scheduled, I preorder on Amazon. Hit List is one of his better books.
A very good plot, the usual cast of characters plus Ed Eagle and Herbie Fisher, and laugh out loud dialogue. An ...more
I "read" with audiobooks and like the narrator (that's why there are 2 stars instead of one). The best thing I can say is since I download from my library, the books are FREE I'm used to how rediculous these books are, so I listen while I'm on my computer, playing games, or exercising. I'm always amazed that Stone & Dino eat and drink out almost every day. Can't wait until the "Next time killer"!
Well, Im trapped in my home due to coronavirus. I checked this book out at the last minute of our librarys last day open. I would probably have put it down if I didnt have guilt over not reading what I have since someone out there doesnt have any books to distract them from reality. There are some laughable parts but overall, just didnt work for me. Pretty much unbelievable and predictable. But! I escaped reality!
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Going on the assumption that by now Stone and Dino are members of your family as well, this book did not disappoint. Over the last couple of years some of the tales were lackluster in originality but Hit List was action packed and kept my interest. Bed hopping was a little less than usual (which was nice - it gets tedious). Keeping in mind that these books were not meant to be leather bound on the shelf next to the classics they are fun and mindless entertainment. Not a bad thing these days.
I enjoyed this book quite a bit more than the last two; "Stealth" and "Treason". Stone receives an envelope which contains a list of people who are on a "hit list" and his name is on the list. Stone tells Dino he doesn't know ant of the others on the list but before long, they uncover the common denominator.
There is plenty of intrigue and action in this book and it was a very quick read. Looking forward to the next book and perhaps we will see more of Holly in the forthcoming book.
There is plenty of intrigue and action in this book and it was a very quick read. Looking forward to the next book and perhaps we will see more of Holly in the forthcoming book.
No this best work
I have been a fan of this author since his first Stone Barrington book. Unfortunately they are not as fun and interesting as they used to be. Less thought and effort goes into them now and I think that it is time for me to move on. Thank you Stuart Woods for many great reads. I wish you well.
I have been a fan of this author since his first Stone Barrington book. Unfortunately they are not as fun and interesting as they used to be. Less thought and effort goes into them now and I think that it is time for me to move on. Thank you Stuart Woods for many great reads. I wish you well.
This latest in the series has a very weak plot, the usual collection of 'snappy' dialogue lines which the author seems to think constitutes acceptable literature and ends with the main character's mistress being elected President of the USA. Surely a harbinger of more books to come. As always, light and mildly entertaining reading, great for the flight home.
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