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Stone Barrington

by Stuart Woods

66 books Started 1991 Latest 2025
Publication Reading Order

The Stone Barrington is a Legal Thriller / Literary Fiction series by Stuart Woods, made up of 66 books published between 1991 and 2025. It begins with New York Dead (1991), and is best read in publication order. The most recent entry is Finders Keepers ( With: Brett Battles) (2025), spanning 34 years of storytelling.

66books
34years active
4decades
~0.5yrs between books
2025latest release
# Title Year Buy
1990s
1 New York Dead 1991 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2 Dirt 1996 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
3 Dead in the Water 1997 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
4 Swimming to Catalina 1998 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
5 Worst Fears Realized 1999 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2000s
6 L.A. Dead 2000 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
7 Cold Paradise 2001 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
8 The Short Forever 2002 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
9 Dirty Work 2003 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
10 Reckless Abandon 2004 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
11 Two Dollar Bill 2004 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
12 Dark Harbor 2006 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
13 Fresh Disasters 2007 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
14 Shoot Him If He Runs 2007 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
15 Hot Mahogany 2008 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
16 Loitering with Intent 2009 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
17 Kisser 2009 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2010s
18 Lucid Intervals 2010 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
19 Strategic Moves 2010 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
20 Bel-Air Dead 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
21 Son of Stone 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
22 D.C. Dead 2011 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
23 Unnatural Acts 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
24 Severe Clear 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
25 Collateral Damage 2012 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
26 Unintended Consequences 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
27 Doing Hard Time 2013 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
28 Standup Guy 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
29 Carnal Curiosity 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
30 Cut and Thrust 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
31 Paris Match 2014 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
32 Insatiable Appetites 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
33 Hot Pursuit 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
34 Naked Greed 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
35 Foreign Affairs 2015 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
36 Scandalous Behavior 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
37 Family Jewels 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
38 Dishonorable Intentions 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
39 Sex, Lies & Serious Money 2016 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
40 Below the Belt 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
41 Fast and Loose 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
42 Indecent Exposure 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
43 Quick & Dirty 2017 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
44 Unbound 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
45 Shoot First 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
46 Turbulence 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
47 Desperate Measures 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
48 A Delicate Touch 2018 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
49 Wild Card 2019 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
50 Contraband 2019 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
51 Stealth 2019 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
2020s
52 Treason 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
53 Hit List 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
54 Choppy Water 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
55 Shakeup 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
56 Hush-Hush 2020 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
57 Double Jeopardy 2021 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
58 Class Act 2021 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
59 Foul Play 2021 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
60 Criminal Mischief 2021 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
61 A Safe House 2022 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
62 Black Dog 2022 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
63 Distant Thunder 2022 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
64 Near Miss ( With: Brett Battles) 2023 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
65 Smolder ( With: Brett Battles) 2024 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia
66 Finders Keepers ( With: Brett Battles)Latest 2025 Buy from Amazon U.S / Intl. Buy from Amazon Australia

Stone Barrington series: frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Stone Barrington series?

Start with New York Dead (1991), the first book in the Stone Barrington series by Stuart Woods. Follow the books in publication order for the best reading experience.

How many books are in the Stone Barrington series?

There are 66 books in the Stone Barrington series by Stuart Woods, published between 1991 and 2025.

What is the first book in the Stone Barrington series?

The first book in the Stone Barrington series is New York Dead, published in 1991 by Stuart Woods.

What is the latest book in the Stone Barrington series?

The most recent book in the Stone Barrington series is Finders Keepers ( With: Brett Battles) (2025) by Stuart Woods.

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About Stuart Woods

Stuart Woods, an American author known for his suspenseful legal thrillers, was born in Manchester, Georgia, in 1938. Woods began his writing career later in life, after retiring from a successful advertising career. His debut novel, "Chiefs," was published in 1981, introducing readers to the charismatic attorney Stone Barrington. Barrington quickly became a popular character, and Woods went on to write numerous sequels featuring the character, along with several standalone novels. Over his prolific career, Woods published over 100 best-selling books that entertained millions worldwide. He received recognition for his work, including the Southern Literary Journal Award in 2009. However, his critical acclaim was limited, as his books were often criticized for their formulaic plots and characters. Nonetheless, Woods' ability to captivate readers with his fast-paced and thrilling stories ensured his enduring popularity.

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