Shakeup

A Stone Barrington Novel, Book 55

By: Stuart Woods

Narrated by: Tony Roberts

Stone Barrington must track down an enemy intent on disturbing law and order in the latest action-packed thriller from the number-one New York Times best-selling author.

Upon returning from a dangerous coastal adventure, Stone Barrington is looking forward to some normalcy with the leading lady in his life. But when a grisly crime arrives on his doorstep, along with some suspicious new clients eager for his help, Stone realizes peace and quiet are no longer an option. As it turns out, the mastermind behind the malfeasance rocking New York City and the nation's capital wields a heavy hand of influence. And when Stone is unable to recruit those closest to the case to his side, he is left with few leads and a handful of dead-ends.

But with the help of important people in high places - and the expertise of alluring new friends - Stone is more than ready to rise to the occasion.

©2020 Stuart Woods (P)2020 Penguin Audio

Critic reviews

“Woods’s alternate universe—in which the first female U.S. president is succeeded by the second female U.S. president—provides perfect escapist fare.”—Publishers Weekly

“Woods provides a lively romp of a book, but it's built for entertainment, not solving puzzles. Pick up a copy to update your sense of why James Bond was and is adored.”—New York Journal of Books

Shakeup

As always Stuart Woods provides an intrigue filled Stone Barrington story. You can't get any better entertainment than this.

Predictable

Not really as entertaining as his earlier works. The story line is basically repetitive, just add different names. Stone meets girl, has sex with girl, and she moves on. All the while jumping around the globe on his private jet. The stories are becoming more predictable and less actionable. And the politics is getting old.

Another winner by Woods!

For me all his books are so easy to listen to, the plots always flow quickly and seamlessly and I always rush to get back to them. I like that they're uncomplicated as I feel with enough complex stuff during the day in my business. I'm surprised that no one has made a few of the books into movies. I wonder who would play Stone? He always gets into some sticky situations with the ladies too, LOL. Oh well I have to wait til the end of December for the next book in the series...

Does this character ever grow up?

I have been reading this series for years. When I was younger I thought the character interesting and fun, but now he seems irresponsible, immature and emotionally stunted. I always enjoy Mr. Woods’s writing and style but can Stone Barrington wear a condom if we are going to let him be a man whore. This is the 21st Century.

predictable

good background book. his read-aloud stories are interesting enough to entertain, but i can walk away and come back a few minutes later without worrying about missing any key info.

Love Stuart Woods!!

Great Book. Love Stone Barrington and Dino Baccheti.
Tony Robert's does a wonderful job reading. Thanks for a great listen!!

intriguing

great book. i love stuart woods. just the right amount of sex, intrigued and suspense. i can't wait for the next book.

Shakeup

I always love a good Stuart Woods novel!! Humor danger,and love interests galore!! Never a dull moment for the leading man!!”He main Love happens to be the President of the US and they truly do care for one another. So much so that they arrange an “open” relationship due to her heavy responsibilities and his lawyer practice keeping him always on the run, far away from Washington where she resides on the White House . The must have clandestine meetings for them to share their love-making and dreams!! She allows him to dally with other women, Even setting him up at times! He is robbed of his mother’s precious art by some idiot men who totally botch it up, and misadventure ensues . I enjoy the lavish lifestyle of our lawyer and his many cases and interludes with the President !!

the number of times our hero jumped into bed and how friendly his lady friends were to each other.

it did keep me listening and an enjoyable and profitable several hours were spent doing jigsaw puzzles and knitting.

Disappointing

As a long time fan of Stuart Woods’ Stone Barrington stories, I waited for his latest with eager anticipation. Unfortunately, the story line just plodded along, interspersed with short biographies of each of Woods’ main characters. While understanding that anyone new to Stone Barrington might need to get up to speed on the regular players, these summaries that Woods keeps including in his books are putting us aficionados to sleep.

Thankfully, Tony Roberts continues to be as entertaining as ever in his narration, capturing each character perfectly with his wide repertoire of voices.