Unnatural Acts - Paperback

Stone Barrington Thriller: Unnatural Acts by Stuart Woods

When a hedge fund billionaire hires Stone Barrington to talk sense into his wayward son, what begins as a straightforward assignment quickly spirals into a dangerous investigation. Stone Barrington, the iconic protagonist of Stuart Woods's #1 New York Times bestselling series, discovers that some jobs come with deadly consequences.

A High-Stakes Investigation

Stone Barrington knows the hidden sins and temptations of the ultra-wealthy better than anyone. But this case proves different. Joined by his protégé Herbie Fisher, Stone probes deeper into the billionaire's family secrets, uncovering layers of deception that stretch far beyond a simple father-son conflict. An old case resurfaces to haunt him, forcing Stone to confront how far some people will go to cover up their crimes and commit new ones.

Action-Packed Crime Fiction

This thriller delivers the signature blend of sophistication, danger, and intrigue that has made the Stone Barrington series a phenomenon among mystery readers. Set against the backdrop of New York's elite society, the novel explores the dark underbelly of wealth and power, where billion-dollar fortunes hide devastating secrets.

About Stuart Woods

Stuart Woods is the author of more than eighty-five novels, including the #1 New York Times-bestselling Stone Barrington series. A native of Georgia who began his writing career in the advertising industry, Woods won the Edgar Award for his 1981 debut, Chiefs. An avid sailor and pilot, Woods lives in Florida, Maine, and Connecticut. His decades-long career has established him as a master of the legal thriller and crime fiction genres.

Perfect For Readers Who Love

Fans of fast-paced legal thrillers, crime fiction featuring complex investigations, and stories centered on the wealthy elite will find Unnatural Acts impossible to put down. This paperback edition from G.P. Putnam's Sons offers an accessible entry point into the beloved Stone Barrington series or another satisfying installment for longtime readers.

In this action-packed thriller in Stuart Woods's #1 New York Times bestselling series, Stone Barrington discovers that some jobs don't pay...

When a hedge fund billionaire hires Stone Barrington to talk some sense into his wayward son, it seems like an easy enough job; no one knows the hidden sins and temptations of the ultra-wealthy better than Stone. But as Stone and his erstwhile protégé, Herbie Fisher, probe deeper into the case--and an old one comes back to haunt him--he realizes that even he may have underestimated just how far some people will go to cover up their crimes, and commit new ones.