D.C. Dead

Stone Barrington, Book 22

By: Stuart Woods

Narrated by: Tony Roberts

Length: 7 hrs and 39 mins

Publisher's summary

After a shocking loss, Stone Barrington is at loose ends, unsure if he wants to stay in New York and continue his work as a partner at Woodman & Weld. It comes as a welcome relief when he's summoned to Washington, D.C., by President Will Lee. The president has a special operation that calls for Stone's unique skill set, and it's a mission that will reunite him with his former partner in crime and in bed, Holly Barker.

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Critic reviews

"An exciting entry that possibly wraps up one of the longest-running story threads in Woods’ popular series." (Booklist)

"Engaging.... The story line is fast-paced...fans of the series still will enjoy D.C. Dead." (Midwest Book Review)

Another entertaining read

I look forward to these for light entertaining but usually predictable reading. The narrator annoys me at times but he is as much a part of the book as the characters.

Predictably incredible!

Stone Barrington's character is predictably unpredictable. Intrigue as usual. Always a good choice.

Frequent Listener

Talk about a bummer, this one was not what I expected. Tony gets thumbs up from me, one of my favorite narrators. He seems to have these characters down pat. I think if I had to listen to this series with any other narrator it wouldn't be the same. As always, not great literature, but always entertaining.

Errors in history

In the previous Stone Barrington novel (Son of Stone) and this one there were noticeable historical errors. More in the previous book but notably in this one Mike Freeman of Strategic Services was suddenly referred to several times as Mike Newman. It’s almost done as if someone other than Stuart Woods wrote the previous book and this one.

To drawn out!

I have enjoyed Stone and Baccilli (that's not spelled correctly I know) however this suppence was too drawn out and in some cases made the two main gentlemen appear less than experts in their field to say the least. also I didn't like where two major events happening that didn't have anything to do with one another. These stories hardly ever disappoint so all in all I got my enjoyment but prefer if it could have been cut short.

Another great book by Stuart Woods

Would you listen to D.C. Dead again? Why?

No, I don't usually listen or read books more than once

What was one of the most memorable moments of D.C. Dead?

I enjoyed the relationships of the characters, there really wasn't one memorable moment.

What about Tony Roberts’s performance did you like?

He is great to listen to. I listen in my car and a monotone would just put me to sleep. He keeps me engaged without be distracting.

Loved it

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Tony Roberts is a great narrator

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

Not necessaryily but love the author

What does Tony Roberts bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

His inflections make it come alove

Another Great read -- Woods NEVER fails!

Would you consider the audio edition of D.C. Dead to be better than the print version?

I never tried the print version.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

Absolutely-the series is always wonderful.

What about Tony Roberts???s performance did you like?

I would be disappointed if a Barrington book was not narrated by Roberts.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It made me smile as I live in the DC area.

Any additional comments?

Keep the Stone Barrington series alive and well.

Disappointed in Woods

Would you try another book from Stuart Woods and/or Tony Roberts?

Probably - have listed to all Stone Barrington books. If bad language appears in another one, however, it will be my last.

What could Stuart Woods have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you?

Left out the crude language - MY Stone Barrington would never use the

Which character – as performed by Tony Roberts – was your favorite?

Always love Robert's Stone and Dino. And his Holly is always a good female!

Do you think D.C. Dead needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

NOT this plot. It was weak and thready. Two stories that never connected. The murderer should not

Any additional comments?

I have liked Woods because his characters USUALLY have a great vocabulary and rarely use bad languarge and cursing. The

Fun with stone barrington

Fun book to listen to, although have to admit that I guessed it way back. Still interesting, and stone is always fun, especially while driving long distances!